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eBay / Insurance Claims on Ebay
« on: November 05, 2013, 04:45:01 PM »
So I shipped something and it broke. I got insurance on it, but...

Who is responsible to file the claim through USPS? Is it the seller or buyer?

I'm reading where USPS may want the product back before issuing a refund. I'm not sure how I can do that when the item has been shipped.

Faithful Ebayers, what to do?

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Other Forms of Selling / How do you sell old books?
« on: October 28, 2013, 10:05:20 AM »
I recently had a moving sale clean out and as part of this clean out I got some pretty old, first edition prints of books. Mostly kids books, most notably a Charles Dickens. I could go the ebay route, but looking up these books, they're selling but only at a rate of 1 a month or so.

So aside from ebay and amazon, how do you guys sell your older, antique books?

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General Storage Auction Talk / Putting together ideas for an ebook..
« on: October 18, 2013, 11:30:04 AM »
I'm thinking of writing an ebook that's a bit more realistic about the industry. Want to throw some topics/ideas out?

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Craigslist / HTML Edited Ads
« on: September 23, 2013, 12:57:49 PM »
How do you feel about ads that are edited by HTML to make the font bigger, different colors, links added, etc.? Is it a good thing, or a turn off?

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Craigslist / A story about free craigslist ads...
« on: September 20, 2013, 08:52:29 PM »
So, since I've opened up shop I'm using craigslist free ads to give away items that I wouldn't ordinarily sell to get people to come to the store. It works out really well and typically I don't put on the ad things like "no resellers". This time I put up a free ad and added "for a family in need. NO RESELLERS" I also asked to send an email before coming to the store and tell me why they need the items.. they were baby items, a bottle warmer, bottles, burp cloths, etc.

A guy sends an email with a sob story about how he is broke and been out of work for years. He has hit rock bottom. His wife is due in a few weeks with their first and they have nothing because they don't have the money to buy. It was a very sad story..

So the guy comes into the store today to pick up his free items for his pregnant wife and...... it's a guy from the auction circuit.. and his wife is not pregnant, I've seen her before at auctions.. When he came in, I didn't think he was there for the free stuff, because he can't be the same guy who wrote the story. And then, he asks for the free baby stuff.. and I was like, "your wife is pregnant?" "uhhh.. yeah.." he replies. I gave him the stuff, but what a degenerate!

Guess who now has a HUGE target on his back? As long as I'm at an auction, I'll be sure he won't be getting a locker.. and I'll be telling this story around the circuit. Guys like him make me sick!

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The Treasure Chest / Large Lladro Figurine
« on: September 19, 2013, 02:29:07 PM »
Spent $30 on a locker today for some clothing racks which my store needed. I was figuring I overpaid, but it was alright, because I needed the racks personally.

As I was digging through the one sterilite bin in the locker, beneath the Spongebob and Patrick plush.. Even beneath the Homer Simpson plush doll, and the Stewie plush, I found a Llardo Figurine. Makes the locker a home run, however, on $30, it's not like I'm set for life.. I've got it up on ebay now for $75/$150


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Craigslist / Craigslist stats?
« on: September 19, 2013, 12:25:37 PM »
Does anybody know of a site or service that offers craigslist stats? I'd like to know about search terms.. I know it's probably a long shot, but with guys like MM who seem to have a hand in everything online, thought I'd ask!

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eBay / Anybody Use Ebay Classifieds With Any Luck?
« on: September 18, 2013, 12:16:37 PM »
Ebay classifieds seems to be popular in my area. Lots of listings, not sure if it's worth my time to put all my listings up there..

Anybody else use Ebay Classifieds? How does it work for you?

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Craigslist / Using Craigslist To Find Auctions
« on: September 09, 2013, 08:07:05 AM »
I tried this just a few minutes ago and I was pleasantly surprised by the result!

When you go to your local craigslist site, type in "auction" in the search on the main page. Once the results come up, use your computer's search function (CTRL+F) and type in "auction" again. This will weed out any ads that say auction in their listing because what they're selling was bought by them at an auction, etc. I was able to find a couple of storage auctions using this that isn't advertised through the typical sites or through a popular newspaper.

You can also toggle the search to community and events using the dropdown at the top of the page. But the for sale/wanted pages seem to have the most information.

I was able to find a TON of antique auctions, household auctions, estate sales, etc. using this method.

Since I've opened the shop, I've been more selective with what I buy, and I haven't bought as many lockers. This is mainly due to space, but also my level of criticism has gone way up. I don't want to sell the crappy units, even though that's what I've been selling at the flea market. So I've been attending more local piece auctions. Takes a hell of a lot longer, but it also gives me an education on the value of items. So even if I don't buy much (I always buy SOMETHING) I'm getting good lessons.

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Craigslist / Do You Post In Other Areas?
« on: September 06, 2013, 11:11:26 AM »
Craigslist strongly advises against buying in other areas, however, people still post in other areas for sale. If you are in an area where areas are close, it makes sense to me! I've got 3 other areas in about an hour to hour and a half drive to me. Fayetteville, Greensboro, and Greenville. Granted, I have not posted in these areas, but when I get an item with provenance local to those areas, I would think that I would get better action and prices by posting in those areas within driving distance.

Thoughts?

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Craigslist / Using Craigslist Community Sections To Advertise
« on: September 04, 2013, 11:55:23 AM »
Everybody seems pretty comfortable with putting up single item listings on Craigslist to sell products. Also, using the garage sale section to advertise an upcoming sale. Around my area, they police Craigslist pretty well. As a business, or a regular garage sale, I can't put an ad on the garage sale section without it being flagged most times.

In the upper left corner, the first section is Community. I've asked folks locally if this section has worked well for advertising their business or regular garage/warehouse sales. It's been hit or miss. How has it been for you? I've been posting an ad here and there and I haven't seen much from it, but then again, it's the middle of the week.

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eBay / Which is better?
« on: September 03, 2013, 04:33:49 PM »
I'm having a debate with myself while it's slow in my store.. Is it better to start an auction off with a low price and charge or shipping, or higher price and free shipping?

The past few days I've listed stuff with free shipping, but setting my starting price higher thinking I'd get good results, not so much..

I know it's all about what you're putting up there, but I see similar items sell daily and mine get glossed over..

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Craigslist / Using Craigslist services section for labor
« on: September 03, 2013, 12:37:20 PM »
How many of us use craigslist services section for manual labor? I have had to use it once because I bought a locker with an elliptical machine I couldn't move on my own, nor fit in my van. Hired a guy with a truck and we got it loaded up and moved. He charged me $25, we brought it straight to Play It Again sports (used sporting goods store) and sold it for $300. Best $25 I ever spent!

Ever use hired help through craigslist for bigger jobs? Use "rent a guy with a truck" services for smaller one or 2 piece specialty moves? Got a tip for sourcing these types of services?

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Craigslist / What Time Of Day Works Best?
« on: September 02, 2013, 04:43:55 PM »
I try to stagger my craigslist ad renewals and it seems that late afternoon seems to work the best for quick responses, but it really depends on the item.

For me, baby stuff responds faster in the late morning/early afternoon.. Most everything else is late afternoon/evening. Any different where you are?

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Craigslist / Selling Smalls On Craigslist
« on: September 02, 2013, 12:29:44 PM »
Craigslist is a great place to sell your large pieces, like furniture, cars, large decor, etc. Or for niche stuff like baby stuff, toys, etc. But what about selling smalls like collectibles, small kitchen accessories, glassware, etc.? I haven't had much luck selling that kind of stuff.. Stuff that goes for under $10-$15..

One thing I'm thinking of doing is combining items... Like all small kitchenware in one ad for 1 price. What do you do to sell your smalls on craigslist?

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