eBay Motors US holds cheap auction listing week

May 29, 2009

for auction-style listings in its Parts and Accessories categories from 1st to 8th June. This will be a reduction in fees for any item starting at $10 or more. All other fees apply as normal. Vehicle listings and fixed price “buy it now” listings… Read more

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More details emerge on eBay’s new buyer protection policies

May 29, 2009

More details are emerging on the theory and practice of eBay’s new ‘dispute resolution’ process, and frankly, they are not good news for sellers. Firstly, we see the process in action. I heard this week from a TameBay reader we’ll call Bob, who… Read more

Written by Sue Bailey · Filed Under Featured, Selling Tips, Site Changes, eBay.co.uk | 41 Comments 

TameBay Morsels for 29th May 2009

May 29, 2009

Proof that you can still bag a bargain on eBay: the man who bought a Gainsborough on eBay for less than $200. eBay Australia have found that 8 in 10 people are shopping on the sly, hiding the value of their shopping from their family and friends… Read more

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eBay UK to ban electronic cigarettes, limit voucher sales

May 29, 2009

that the sale of electronic cigarettes is to be banned on the site from the 30th June. The ban also includes componant parts, including cartridges, atomisers, liquid refills, vaporisers, batteries and shells. Again on 30th June, eBay UK will… Read more

Written by Sue Bailey · Filed Under Events, Paypal, Site Changes, eBay.co.uk | 10 Comments 

Skype 4.1 Beta adds screen sharing

May 27, 2009

Skype have released their latest Skype 4.1 Beta today, which adds screen sharing capabilities. It’s not going to instantly replace professional webinar solutions as it’s currently view only and at the moment only works between two users – a host… Read more

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TameBay Morsels for 27th May 2009

May 27, 2009

VC Fred Wilson wonders why PayPal isn’t more popular: he doesn’t really draw any conclusions, but I suspect the comments may get interesting. More interesting comments as Venture Beat asks Can eBay rebrand itself as the Web’s Wal-Mart? I’d… Read more

Written by Sue Bailey · Filed Under News | 5 Comments 

2 year EU-wide warranties for buyers

May 26, 2009

A newly proposed EC Consumer Rights Directive aims to give consumers across the Europe the same protection as they can expect when buying from within their own country. Currently only 7% of buyers purchase from another country, concerns include… Read more

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under News | 12 Comments 

Who needs bubble wrap…

May 23, 2009

It’s a tempation familiar to many eBay sellers: your buyer just doesn’t want to pay postage and packing, and for a fleeting moment, you want to slap a stamp on the item itself, and stick it in the post box. Now one Swedish artist (who, as far as I… Read more

Written by Sue Bailey · Filed Under CLD, Glitches, Internet, News | 8 Comments 

eBay wins in UK High Court against L’Oréal

May 22, 2009

Today the UK High Court ruled against L’Oréal mirroring the French courts decision from last week. In court, of the 15 products hand-selected by L’Oreal as evidence against eBay UK, not a single one was proven to be counterfeit. The High… Read more

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under News | 6 Comments 

TameBay Morsels for 21st May 2009

May 21, 2009

I’m having trouble seeing much more than a vaguely faced-shaped blob myself, but your mileage may vary. It’s currently up to $10.50 with two days to go, so this could be someone’s chance to add a bargain to their iconic vegetable collection…. Read more

Written by Sue Bailey · Filed Under News | 2 Comments 

Marks out of 10 for feedback

May 20, 2009

eBay are testing more changes to feedback with new feedback flows to be presented to selected sellers customers over the next four to six weeks in the US. eBay Ink has some screen shots as well as an interview with Brian Burke, eBay Director of… Read more

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under Featured, Site Changes, eBay.com | 48 Comments 

Terapeak reveal British is best for value

May 20, 2009

Research by Terapeak into average selling prices for music albums has confirmed that prices in the UK are currently the best in the world. Doubtless this is in part due to the exchange rate, but it does mean that it’s an ideal time for overseas… Read more

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eBay gunning for the wrong sellers

May 19, 2009

Let’s play a game. Can you tell the difference between these two items? How about these two? Just one more. This one’s a little tricky: If you spotted that only one of each pair was a gun, well done: you did better than eBay UK…. Read more

Written by Sue Bailey · Filed Under Glitches | 20 Comments 

Start to sell online seminar

May 18, 2009

I’ve always considered myself fortunate that I’ve been able to run a business on eBay, along with the freedom that it gives compared to a full time job. In today’s economic market many individuals and businesses are struggling financially and in… Read more

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under News, Selling Tips | 8 Comments 

Fighting Fakes with eBay campaign launched

May 18, 2009

eBay UK today announced a new “Fighting Fakes with eBay” campaign to recruit members of the consumer electronics industry to work in partnership tackling the global challenge of counterfeits online. In an open letter inviting brand owners to sign… Read more

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London postal workers consider strike action

May 16, 2009

photo credit: nikoretroLondon postal workers are being balloted over strike action in protest at the way efficiency measures are being introduced. The Communication Workers’ Union says that Royal Mail’s plans could cost up to 1,600 jobs. There has… Read more

Written by Sue Bailey · Filed Under News | 3 Comments 

eBay appoints global director of retail partnerships

May 14, 2009

A former vice president of the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), Paul Jones, has joined eBay as global director of retail partnerships. His brief will be to prevent stolen goods being traded on the site by forging partnerships with law… Read more

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Grab a ‘Daily Deal’ on eBay UK

May 14, 2009

eBay UK have just upgraded ‘Deal of the Week’ to ” kicking off with a with an RRP of £139.00 and offered at £64.99. Deal of the Day appears to be a recognition that the eBay marketplace has the ability to sell hundreds or thousands of a single… Read more

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under Site Changes, eBay.co.uk | 33 Comments 

eBay.fr extends BIN discount again

May 14, 2009

for another three months. Insertion fees for BIN listings will remain at 15c regardless of the start price of the item, discounted from 50c. While other sellers on eBay.fr will no doubt be as delighted as I am that eBay have extended this… Read more

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Court tells L’Oreal: eBay isn’t responsible for fakes

May 13, 2009

A French court has ruled that eBay is not liable for counterfeit L’Oreal products sold on the site, mirroring a Belgian court’s decision last August. L’Oreal sued eBay in four countries, but this is a major win in France for eBay, having been… Read more

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under Featured, News | 9 Comments 

5 Free auctions for all eBay.com sellers

May 12, 2009

eBay.com have announced five free auctions every 30 days, for all sellers, starting in June this year. Insertion fees will be zero with a final value fee of 8.75% capped at a maximum of $20 (for the sixth and subsequent listings fees will be as… Read more

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under Site Changes, eBay.com | 5 Comments 

eBay shows dirty linen in public

May 12, 2009

Amanda from had a bit of a shock when perusing eBay UK’s home page yesterday. In amongst the “tea” and “coffee” recommended searches, it also suggested she might be interested in “stained knickers” and “soiled underwear”. Amanda assures me that… Read more

Written by Sue Bailey · Filed Under Glitches | 10 Comments 

Consumers get spendy on the high street

May 12, 2009

In a surprise blip retail sales on the high street rose 4.6% in April, that’s up from a fall of 1.2% in March this year. Although attributed to Easter falling in April along with the sunny weather encouraging shoppers out onto the high street any… Read more

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under News | 2 Comments 

“NARU” not showing in SMP

May 10, 2009

Just a quick heads up for anyone with orders awaiting payment – check your buyer hasn’t been NARUed. This morning I went to file a UID on an outstanding order, only to be given my fees back immediately as the buyer’s no longer registered on eBay…. Read more

Written by Sue Bailey · Filed Under Glitches | 15 Comments 

Did you spend your £50 on AdCommerce?

May 9, 2009

So the AdCommerce promotion is pretty much over, but the big question is was it successful for you (if you were one of those who got a £50 free trial) and will you be continuing to use Adcommerce in the future? Already the placement of… Read more

Written by Chris Dawson · Filed Under Featured | 16 Comments 

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