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Second Chance Offer???

We recently sold something on ebay, and just after the sale ended we got a notice on our 'My EBAY - Summary' that an item we had sold was eligible for a second chance offer...

Anyone able to explain what that is? thanks!

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  • Miss_Laid
    Miss_Laid Posts: 6,212 Forumite
    If the winner of the item didnt want it, you could offer it to next highest bidder
    Anyone can cuddle but only the Welsh can cwtch :)
  • Miss_Laid wrote: »
    If the winner of the item didnt want it, you could offer it to next highest bidder


    Ah...ok. Didn't know buyers could 'opt out'
  • philips9071
    philips9071 Posts: 39 Forumite
    It's more the seller's option to offer it to the next person if the buyer refuses to pay or kicks up some other fuss, and the seller simply wants to sell it quickly without the hassle.

    I would be a little wary that this is hiding shill bidding - I think that has put people off when I've offered 2nd chance offers for genuine reasons. In fact, I don't think I've EVER had a second chance offer taken up!
  • elainew
    elainew Posts: 889 Forumite
    Its also if you have 2 of the same item
    TRYING hard to be a good money saver :rolleyes:
  • soolin
    soolin Posts: 74,472 Ambassador
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Photogenic Name Dropper
    I sell a lot on Second chance offers on my business account.
    I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the eBay, Auctions, Car Boot & Jumble Sales, Boost Your Income, Praise, Vents & Warnings, Overseas Holidays & Travel Planning , UK Holidays, Days Out & Entertainments boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know.. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com.All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.
  • 2Sheds
    2Sheds Posts: 297 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 100 Posts Combo Breaker
    I've offered 2nd chance to bidders when I've had 2 of the same item. 99% of the time they don't respond but end up paying more when I list it again !
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