Ebay & Auctions Board: Useful Links, Info & FAQs

soolin

Thanks for that FF, I have several bidders now who are added to my OK list as they are in strange countries that I don't usually ship to.

flyp

Thanks for all this info, plan to start selling. Will do some more research.

spethmeister

hi all, i've got a load of things i'd like tp shift and hopefully get a few quid for - am considering ebay but am not really sure what the best approach is. How do I work out how much to list things for? How do I work out how much to charge for the postage? If there is a page on here I should read through let me know, and apologise if i've asked a load of wuestions that have already been answered elsewhere!!

soolin

spethmeister wrote: »

hi all, i've got a load of things i'd like tp shift and hopefully get a few quid for - am considering ebay but am not really sure what the best approach is. How do I work out how much to list things for? How do I work out how much to charge for the postage? If there is a page on here I should read through let me know, and apologise if i've asked a load of wuestions that have already been answered elsewhere!!

Some of the basic points are covered here:

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=1623183&highlight=tips+new+sellers

Just work out your end price after all fees and charges before setting your start price. It is a common mistake for newer sellers to sometimes sell too cheaply and end up losing money.

moromir

dickibobboy wrote: »

List many items at once very easy
http://pages.ebay.com/turbo_lister/

I note that you've referred to the US version of the program here, is there any reason why? Its just that I've DL'ed the UK version and I can't get the program to launch after installation.

emweaver

supa parcels is no longer one of cheapest, i was just quoted £7.98+vat

emweaver

TKPeters wrote: »

Official MoneySavingExpert.com insert:

This is the discussion to link on the back of the



Courier Cost Cutting Article



Please read the above article first, then return to this discussion for further info.

Due to the ever-changing availability of these services, it's inevitable that the main article will occasionally fall behind the latest best buys. Thankfully, TKPeters has compiled this excellent list of services which he updates regularly.

If you use these services, then please report back with feedback below; we'll be keeping a close eye on which perform best in the longer-term.

If you know of a cheaper service then please post it below. All best buys will be added to the article.

Now, back to the original post; thanks TKPeters!

eBay Parcel Delivery Reseller's (Cheapest in Bold)
Updated: 15-05-2008

• Pre Paid Parcel / PPWeXpress (http://www.ppwexpress.com)

• 10.00am Cut Off
  Home Delivery 48Hr £5.95
  Home Delivery 24Hr £6.45
  Omega Economy - 48Hr Delivery To A Business Address £5.45
  Omega Standard - Next Day Delivery To A Business Address £5.50
  Omega Diamond - Delivery by 10.00 am To A Business Address £19.95
  Omega 12 - Delivery by 12.00 pm Weekdays To A Business Address £9.85
  Saturday AM Delivery £19.95
  Highlands £9.95
  Offshore Islands £11.99
  Mainland to Northern Ireland by Air £15.95
  Mainland to Northern Ireland by Road £11.95
  Mainland to Northern Ireland Diamond by Air by 10:00am £42.95
  Northen Ireland to Mainland by Air £15.95
  Northen Ireland to Mainland by Road £11.95

• SupaParcels 5% discount when registered on their website

• 
  
  DHL 48hr £6.64

• BirdCagesUnlimited

• DHL 48hr £7.00

• CouriersDirect (MH Direct Couriers, 10am Cut Off)
  DHL 24hr £8.20

eBay/Paypal Postage

Select your item/s on eBay & Click 'Print Postage Label'
or click the 'Print Postage Label' on the Paypal overview

• Parcelforce 24: £11.99 (Zones 1, 2 & 3)
  
• Parcelforce 48: £10.99 (Zones 1, 2 & 3)
• All standard Royal Mail services offered
  

Top Tip: Parcelforce via Paypal Postage charged the same as Mainland UK for services to Northern Ireland, Highlands, IoS & IoM.

You have the option to drop the item off at your local Post Office (PF Accepting PO Finder) Before 3pm or have it collected by ParcelForce at your location.

Note: If using the PO method, ensure the PO staff scan the barcode & give you a receipt with the parcels' tracking number on it.




Websites

• PPWeXpress(0115 976 2020)
  Home Delivery 48Hr £5.95
  Home Delivery 24Hr £6.45
  
  Omega Economy - 48Hr Delivery To A Business Address £5.45
  Omega Standard - Next Day Delivery To A Business Address £5.50
  Omega Diamond - Delivery by 10.00 am To A Business Address £19.95
  Omega 12 - Delivery by 12.00 pm Weekdays To A Business Address £9.85
  Saturday AM Delivery £19.95
  
  Highlands £9.95
  Offshore Islands £11.99
  Mainland to Northern Ireland by Air £15.95
  Mainland to Northern Ireland by Road £11.95
  Mainland to Northern Ireland Diamond by Air by 10:00am £42.95
  Northen Ireland to Mainland by Air £15.95
  Northen Ireland to Mainland by Road £11.95

PayPerParcel
DHL 48hr £6.39
DHL Next Day £6.89

SupaParcels
5% discount when registered
DHL 48hr £6.64
DHL 24hr £9.17

MH Direct Couriers (10am Cut Off)
UK Services Offered
DHL 48hr £6.85
DHL 24hr £6.99
DHL Extra Long £15.99

Parcel 2 Go
DHL 48hr (£5.99 + VAT) £7.03
(10% Discount Code: GREASY)

Parcels 4 Delivery
DHL 48hr (£6.64 + VAT) £7.80

Personal Shipper
24hr (£6.80 + VAT) £7.99

InterParcel
5% discount when registered
DHL 48hr (£6.99 + VAT) £8.21
Extra Long Items upto 250cm; Quote for 10Kg: £9.49

Pharos International
Hercules Service £9.39

European Deliveries

Parcels2Collect

• DHL; Maximun Weight: 31.5Kg per parcel. Maximum size is 120x60x60cm
• Parcelforce; Maximun Weight: 30Kg per parcel. Maximum size is 3 metres length and girth combined, with 1.5 metres for any single dimension.

Would it be a idea to keep this upto date?

Parcel2 go is now £6.99+ VAT code GREASY no longer works


Supaparcels is also incorrect as per my previous message

Marivanna

I have sold two items only and got a headache for 6+ months ongoing. I totally agree with the article on webpronews[dot]com

The top ten things that sellers are frustrated with about eBay:

1. Management
2. Feedback Policy
3. Small Businesses Get Shut Out
4. Lack of Communication
5. Payment Policies
6. Fees/Lack of Profitability
7. Unwarranted Account Suspensions
8. The Buyers Themselves
9. Glitches
10. Lack of Innovation

Does anyone know where one can complain about eBay? About customer service.

Thanks.

soolin

Marivanna wrote: »

I have sold two items only and got a headache for 6+ months ongoing. I totally agree with the article on webpronews[dot]com

The top ten things that sellers are frustrated with about eBay:

1. Management
2. Feedback Policy
3. Small Businesses Get Shut Out
4. Lack of Communication
5. Payment Policies
6. Fees/Lack of Profitability
7. Unwarranted Account Suspensions
8. The Buyers Themselves
9. Glitches
10. Lack of Innovation

Does anyone know where one can complain about eBay? About customer service.

Thanks.

You want to complain about buyers I have a simple solution for you, sell on ebid instead then you pay no fees and never ever get bothered by a buyer again.

cyberbob

Marivanna wrote: »

I have sold two items only and got a headache for 6+ months ongoing. I totally agree with the article on webpronews[dot]com

The top ten things that sellers are frustrated with about eBay:

1. Management
2. Feedback Policy
3. Small Businesses Get Shut Out
4. Lack of Communication
5. Payment Policies
6. Fees/Lack of Profitability
7. Unwarranted Account Suspensions
8. The Buyers Themselves
9. Glitches
10. Lack of Innovation

Does anyone know where one can complain about eBay? About customer service.

Thanks.

I;m a long term seller i'm not frustrated about any of those things. Does that mean i'm not a real seller as i'm reasonably happy with ebay:rolleyes: