I am considering selling some prints and other old equipment i don't need anymore. Has anyone had experience with selling on ebay? if so, have you had good experience with it? My computer skills aren't very good so it will have to be pretty easy.
Question Do you sell on Ebay?
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janetj1968
PFG, Picture Framing God
I've never sold framing on ebay...but years ago when I got rid of some used equipment, it worked.
Sellers fees are very minimal now, even better than they used to be. You get paid before you send the item, so there's really no risk in being a seller.
Try it, you might like it.
p.s. Also try the commercial section of the G to sell framing equipment.
Sellers fees are very minimal now, even better than they used to be. You get paid before you send the item, so there's really no risk in being a seller.
Try it, you might like it.
p.s. Also try the commercial section of the G to sell framing equipment.
Craigs List is available in most areas and may be a source to sell a little more local and keep any kind of shipping fees down if the items are large. If accepting any checks or credit cards for items purchased, make sure they clear before giving the item up. On smaller items, e-Bay's a good way to go because you reach a wider target and have the option of sell-it-now or putting a reserve on items. PayPal is a good idea to make sure the monies are cleared before shipping. A small fee, but pays for itself by making sure you get your money instead of losing it to a bad money order or check. Read some of the e-Bay ads to see the best way to formay your ad that works for you. Most people who sell include shipping in their purchase price. Be as honest as you can, and represent the item as clearly as you can to prevent any misunderstandings down the line. That seems to be the most frustrating thing about e-Bay, people expecting more than what is pictured or posted.
more_so
SGF, Supreme Grumble Framer
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Selling on ebay is pretty easy. I think they have a sort of training page where you can go through all the steps and see what the resulting ad would look like, without actually creating a listing.
Just be sure to spell everything out as clearly as possible. Include lots of pictures if you can and meticulously note any defects or missing items. Too many buyers tend to automatically assume they are getting something "as new" with all the parts, you have to be very clear when that is not the case.
Especially be very very clear whether or not you will ship the item. If you aren't willing to pack it up and arrange shipping, say "pickup only" at least 3 times and be sure you don't accidentally list the item as having "free shipping" when what you really meant was "no shipping."
BTW your chance of selling a piece of equipment and the price you get will be a lot more favorable to you if you are willing to ship.
Just be sure to spell everything out as clearly as possible. Include lots of pictures if you can and meticulously note any defects or missing items. Too many buyers tend to automatically assume they are getting something "as new" with all the parts, you have to be very clear when that is not the case.
Especially be very very clear whether or not you will ship the item. If you aren't willing to pack it up and arrange shipping, say "pickup only" at least 3 times and be sure you don't accidentally list the item as having "free shipping" when what you really meant was "no shipping."
BTW your chance of selling a piece of equipment and the price you get will be a lot more favorable to you if you are willing to ship.
Frame Maker SA
CGF, Certified Grumble Framer
I have sold prints on Ebay and it was very easy. The software pretty much holds your hand and walks you through the process. Paypal makes paying Ebay fees and collecting money very easy.
Rember to charge enough for shipping, and decide before hand weather you will ship rolled or flat. One of my customers was expecting flat when I sent it rolled.
Rember to charge enough for shipping, and decide before hand weather you will ship rolled or flat. One of my customers was expecting flat when I sent it rolled.
Artifacts Gal
CGF, Certified Grumble Framer
Ebay
I am a regular seller on eBay, and once you do it, it's pretty easy. Look at completed listings of similar items to get a sense of what things sell for. Take lots of photos, describe every flaw. Pack the item up before listing, measure and weigh box, and add on an insurance fee (see the USPS web site for rates.)When you write the listing you will then be able to accurately charge for shipping. You must be able to take Paypal payments, include their fees in your asking price. Good luck!
Marge Miccio
http://artifactsgallerytrenton.com
on eBay I am "ephemeral"
I am a regular seller on eBay, and once you do it, it's pretty easy. Look at completed listings of similar items to get a sense of what things sell for. Take lots of photos, describe every flaw. Pack the item up before listing, measure and weigh box, and add on an insurance fee (see the USPS web site for rates.)When you write the listing you will then be able to accurately charge for shipping. You must be able to take Paypal payments, include their fees in your asking price. Good luck!
Marge Miccio
http://artifactsgallerytrenton.com
on eBay I am "ephemeral"
You can group items in a single post and categorize it as an item "type" ie: artwork, statues, etc, but it wont target bidders on a certain item you have. Maybe listing items in the title like "Rodin/Monet/Klees paintings" might help if the buyer is doing a search for a certain item. e-Bay costs are minimul and if the items are that disimilar, it might be better to list them seperately. Plus it'll give you better practice for each listing you do.
"and add on an insurance fee (see the USPS web site for rates.)" as Artifacts Gal stated, but that can be at the discretion of the buyer if they want to pay for it. Most buyers will pay the shipping and insurance, and it'll cover you in case of loss. Make sure you keep all mailing receipts until the buyer receives the item so they cant say they never received it. Good Luck!
"and add on an insurance fee (see the USPS web site for rates.)" as Artifacts Gal stated, but that can be at the discretion of the buyer if they want to pay for it. Most buyers will pay the shipping and insurance, and it'll cover you in case of loss. Make sure you keep all mailing receipts until the buyer receives the item so they cant say they never received it. Good Luck!
Candy
SGF, Supreme Grumble Framer
Dutch Auction is used for more than one.