Errors in Judgment
Certain mistakes are common among eBay sellers, even those with experience. But avoiding them can result in higher close rates and better final prices. Lynn Dralle, of http://TheQueenOfAuctions.com, shares the five top mistakes she sees eBay sellers make:
1. Writing a Bad Title.
Look at the keywords other sellers are using for similar items, and use every relevant keyword you canmake the most of your 55 characters! Avoid wasting characters on punctuation, and using come-ons like L@@K to get peoples attention.
2. Setting the Wrong Starting Price.
Look at lots of Completed Items listings and see what your item is going for. If you start too high, you may lose buyers interest.
3. Posting an Inaccurate or Incomplete Description.
Failure to include the details of your product, such as size, condition, markings, age, or history, will result in numerous questions and emails. And shoppers will feel less confident bidding without having all the information. Make sure to note any damages or defects as well, to avoid many unnecessary returns. People will be more likely to trust you if they see youre honest and up-front...