Generally getting ready to sell items on eBay is a fairly simple process. This is particularly true if you are familiar with the item, its condition, and have made a determination of the format or type of sale you wish to have.
If you are going to sell items on eBay that are unique, rare, antique or unusual you may need to do a bit of additional research before putting them on the online auction site. This is important for several reasons but mostly so you can know how to list the item, how to describe the item and to have a good idea of what a fair price would be for the item given its condition and actual fair market value.
Pictures are Essential
It is absolutely critical to have clear, crisp and detailed pictures of items, especially if they are used. New items that are sold as new and in the box or packaging will not need to be removed for the picture if that would damage the packaging or seal. However, items that are not in a package or items that are used should have multiple photographs from different angles.
A good idea when you sell items on eBay that have some type of damage or visible marks is to take pictures of those and post the on the listing page. This ensures that buyers understand what you mean when you report the damage. It is also essential to list any damage that is on the item to be fair and accurate in your description.
Create a Listing Description and Title
When you are going to sell items on eBay they will be found by the words that the potential buyer enters into the eBay search bar or general search engine. The more specific you are in the product title the more you will bring in buyers that are looking for just that item.
The more detailed your description the search engine is able to send buyers to your listing. To sell items on eBay effectively the buyer should be able to put in one or more keywords and get to your listing, which means you have to think like a buyer to determine what search engine terms need to be used in your listing title.
