Selling on eBay
How to make money in the online marketplace.
10 Tips for Selling on Kijiji
[July 1, 2009] This week we offer 10 tips for selling on Kijiji—actions that sellers can take to produce quality leads and sales on this local classified ads network.
Book Review: eBay Rescue: Problem Solver
[June 29, 2009] Kevin Boyd follows up his last eBay epic with another aimed at solving any and every problem for buyers and sellers. Does he deliver?
eBiz Profile: Bidz.com Cashes in on Bling
[June 17, 2009] We look at Bidz.com to find out how this gem of a company reached yearly sales of $207 million with live, online-jewelry auctions that start at a dollar.
eBay Sellers Prep for $25K Challenge and Policy Changes
[June 10, 2009] This week in eBay news the company announces a Seller’s Challenge that awards entrepreneurs with $25,000 grants. Also, the auction site’s latest policy changes roll out next week.
EBay Listing Tips and Seller Promotions
[June 3, 2009] This week HammerTap dispels the myth that Sunday is the best day to end listings on eBay, and the auction giant announces June promotions to save sellers listing fees.
Ebay Watch: eBay and Online Marketplace News
[May 27, 2009] This week eBay wraps up user agreement revisions and iOffer launches a new bulk uploader. Plus we take a look at a new niche site for buying and selling used medical equipment.
Seller Profile: The Dreamy Giraffe
[May 20, 2009] A successful artist and Etsy seller talks about her work and strategies for Web-shop success.
Spring Round-Up: Ebay Alternatives
[May 13, 2009] This week we take a look at several popular eBay alternatives to see what’s new for Spring 2009.
E-tailers Focus on Customer Retention to Cut Costs
[May 7, 2009] Study indicates the down economy has online store owners paying closer attention to marketing efforts that include social networking and customer retention.
Skype: Is It Right for Your eBusiness?
[April 28, 2009] The voice-over-Internet service can help e-tailers save money, especially those who sell overseas and need to contact customers or vendors. We explain the pros and cons.
eBay Edges Wall St. Despite Lower Revenues
[April 24, 2009] UPDATED: The company’s first quarter results are slightly ahead of expectations, but analysts still see a troubled core business.
StumbleUpon Tumbles Away from eBay
[April 17, 2009] The online recommendation site buys back its independence from the auction giant citing a lack of “long-term synergies.”
EBay —Not PayPal—To Handle Dispute Resolution
[April 16, 2009] EBay plans to move buyer-seller dispute resolution from PayPal to eBay. Plus, the auction giant rolls out a new fixed-price format, talks about the new item page layout and details buyer incentives.
Will eBay News Skew Toward Big Sellers?
[April 14, 2009] The auction giant is expected to announce policy changes today that will likely favor larger merchants.
Online Book-Selling Tips: Beating the Bushes for Books
[April 6, 2009] Books may top the list in online sales, but keeping your e-shelves stocked can challenge even the most dedicated merchant. Our resident expert shares the best sources for finding books.
eBay Details Plans for 'Open' App Store
[April 3, 2009] Executives at the e-commerce giant discuss the upcoming application store for eBay and opening up PayPal to developers.
eBay Enters the Application Platform Game
[April 2, 2009] Project Echo paves the way for eBay Selling Manager to become a platform where developers can build and sell their merchant tools.
eBay's All About Fixed-Price
[March 19, 2009] This week, eBay Watch looks at promotions around the world. Plus, eBay tools and Leno says he's not worth it.
eBay: 'We Are Done Apologizing for Skype'
[March 12, 2009] eBay yesterday outlined a host of changes it's undertaking to grow its business in spite of the bleak economy and the looming presence of its high-flying rival, Amazon.
Book Review: eBay Rescue Profit Maker
[February 25, 2009] Kevin W. Boyd's latest eBay how-to book aimed at helping established sellers prevail in tough times.
