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Customer Says They Received a Damaged (Expensive) Item. How To Proceed?

Hi all. I sold an almost $1800 projector lens that was in perfect condition. They're saying it has damage and according to the photo, it's substantial. I find it hard to believe because it was packed amazingly with many layers of bubble wrap. What wo...

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So...been reading a lot of different opinions about this option. First of all..for Ebay to want to charge a minimum of $6 a day to use the service is ridiculous. However, how many of you think we're being punished for not using it? I used to see my i...

Don't you hate it when buyers nessage you "When are you going to ship?"

Item purchased: 10-26-25.Handling time: 3 days.Ships via: USPS Ground Advantage.Estimated delivery date: 10-30-25 to 11-5-25.Current status: Awaiting shipment. I can't even remember if/when i've ever done this before, but Does this warrant a friendly...

A prospective buyer in India wants "free shipping" on a $6.98 paperback. . .

And that prospective buyer is also a competitor bookseller. No problem -- my goal for selling on eBay has always been to lose money on sales. While some international buyers may consider that the United States has lately become "the Good Ship Lollipo...

Why is nothing ever the fault of the buyer?

Put store on a time away because I was in the process of making a big multi item deal with a buyer, and didn't want to potentially foul things up by turning sales off completely. Sold over 25 items, except 3 buyers had requested cancellation because ...

Big piece of the the cake for resell

The global secondhand luxury market is projected to reach $360 billion by 2030, up from $210 billion currently. This data above is a clear indicator that reselling is a big win. Imagine that you control 1 percent of that market. Trust and verificatio...

Second Time Getting Ghosted by a Buyer This Week!

It's so frustrating having to wait 4 days to do something, when you need to sell something fast and might be losing other bidders. Just needing to vent. Thanks.

'Autofeedback Ruined My Life'

Anyone feeling like this? Seen a few people convinced this would be a result. Was promised a flood of negs and neuts... While I've only had 40 autos and no issues... I have noticed some more experienced and reputable posters like Jonathan have had 1,...

Resolved! Can someone explain eBay fees?? Help!!

I am soooo confused!!! Why is it I never even get close to what I think I will get after sale. I sold a purse for $10 and did not promote and buyer paid shipping and tax. My end profit was $5.76 which is like 43-46% taken out by eBay??? When they cla...

ebay account restriction

long story short, im a 66 year old retired veteran. family and friends recommended selling on ebay as a means of getting by. im disabled from a gunshot wound near my chest (i wont get into specifics) when i was doing a tour in iraq. i sold a grand to...

Resolved! eBay not notifying seller of pending sales until after it's late!

This is the second time I have sold something where eBay has not notified me of the sale until AFTER it was late! I'm getting very tired of eBay lately! I use eBay mostly to purchase items but even then it's been 50/50 where supposed USA stock is act...

No Sales

I have not had any sales for the past 9 days....seems very odd????? Can anyone advise?

Thoughts of Closing Store

Hi Everyone! I hope this finds each of you doing well. I just wanted to share my feelings about my store and possibly closing it. The year has not been kind to many of us. Some are doing great. Others doing awesome. A mixed bag. I've been doing this ...

Many low ball offers. More like 25 to 50% off on highly sought after items.

When I offer something at a reasonable price with free shipping and they offer more like 25 to 50% off I tell myself I should try the lady and her kids lemonade stand across the street to see if they would offer more.

Bradford Exchange Collector Plates

Hi! I’m looking to sell some plates that are from the 70’s mainly. They are all in original boxes and have certificates of authenticity. My father in law collected these and asked me to sell them. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you!