How much shipping to charge

[shabbychic6912]

Today I am listing for the first time in months and when completing the shipping charges this is what I am coming up with: 

USPS Ground Advantage eBay discounts applied

Yes

Up to $100

2 - 5 business days

$5.85 - $8.81 $9.45 - $16.65

Before it would say exactly what to charge, now there is a range. I have always charge same cost for everyone. I always fill in the weight and dimensions. What am I supposed to charge when given a range? 

Thank you in advance for your help. 

[wastingtime101 · Accepted solution]

The range is because the rate is different based on the buyer's shipping address.

I suggest using Calculated shipping instead of entering a flat cost. That way eBay's calculator will read the package weight and dimensions you enter on the listing form and charge the buyer the accurate rate to their location.

Make sure you always use accurate weight and outer package dimensions as both can impact ship cost.

[mr_lincoln]

Hi @shabbychic6912 

If you are charging a Flat rate pick the highest amount, that way you will not be shorted on you out of pocket shipping cost.

I use Calculated shipping when means Buyers from different part of the country will see the amount that applies to their location in relation to mine.  More local customers will see a lower shipping cost, you may be losing those Buyers if you charge a higher flat rate to cover shipping to customers farther away.

[shabbychic6912]

Thank you for your replies. Did the shipping charge system change withing the last month. It never calculated like this. I have been selling for 16 years and have always charged a flat fee, without any issues. 

[wastingtime101]

It's been like this for many years. I don't know what process you were using before to come up with flat rates, unless perhaps you were looking at Priority Flat Rate Envelopes/Boxes.

[monica-sells]

This would be an issue:

Item:

Wild Pair Women's Sz 8 Black Leather Pull-On Lace Up 3" Heel Ankle Boots

Shipping:

USPS Priority Mail Padded Flat Rate Envelope®

Estimated between Wed, Feb 5 and Mon, Feb 10 to 44136

Shipping: US $10.40

I can't see cramming those boots in a flat rate envelope (padded or not)

maybe I am mistaken.......

Might be worth your while to check your shipping options and costs....flat rate could cost you some money with the fluctuating USPS prices.

[shabbychic6912]

Thank you for bringing that to my attention. Unfortunately, eBay is not allowing me to do any editing, therefore, I am not able to change the shipping method. I have been having many issues with eBay and unfortunately the only place I get help is from the community.

[wastingtime101]

You may have open offers which locks most edit options. You can end the item and relist, making changes before you relist.

[shabbychic6912]

You are correct, I do. My brain is not working too good lately 🙄😂