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Sydney Morning Herald – Australian Competition and Consumer Commission – eBay anti-competitive and monopolistic

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The Sydney Morning Herald blog adds a final word about eBay's attempt to make PayPal the only payment service available to eBay buyers and sellers in the down under.  The author - Simon Tsang reports the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission plainly determined eBay's PayPal only plan as a monopolistic play.

It seems from our end of the World that the Australian governmental agency ruled in favor of it's citizens and merchants. I understand eBay's position in wanting to make PayPal the only payment service available on eBay but I do not think the plan will work as long as eBay charges final value fees on listings.  In an article I wrote late in 2007 I made the proposal that eBay could look at a fee free based service with a PayPal only option for payment processing. 

Do I really think would ever happen?  No, but the days of double & triple dipping at eBay with the pre-sale charges, post sale charges (final value fee) and payment processing charges seem to be causing the selling public to re-evaluate the venue. 

Free listing services like CraigsList and now Walmart's free classifieds will take an ever increasing portion of eBay's market share.  Would a Free eBay make more sense to consumers if PayPal were the only option?

We may never know....

 

Top Markets Selling Most Merchandise On eBay – Where Do You Live?

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I really do not think Geographical location has anything to do with selling capability on eBay, but apparently eBay believes in the theory of location location location... Continue reading “Top Markets Selling Most Merchandise On eBay – Where Do You Live?” »

eBay Master Plan & eCommerce – Speculation – Why Not Join The Two?

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eBay is in a period of transition...

As sellers we are left to react to the changes - wouldn't it be nice to have an idea about the master plan?

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I don't think eBay will be revealing the complete master plan any time soon...

Either because they do not have one (a possibility proffered in multiple other blogs and chat rooms) or, more than likely, eBay knows each change brings with it a cloud of worry and concern from the users of the site.  If they were to set out the overall plan all at once, it would be met with so much resistance from the community the transition would become almost impossible. 

Once again we are left to speculate - and with speculation comes opportunity. 

Opportunities to dream, opportunities to succeed...

An opportunity to think about what could be...

Lets take a look at what eBay has to work with... Continue reading “eBay Master Plan & eCommerce – Speculation – Why Not Join The Two?” »

eBay vs Craigslist – Who is the Biggest Loser?

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eBay vs Craigslist - Who is the Biggest Loser?

Recently numerous media outlets and blogs have detailed the legal developments between these two very popular and highly ranked marketplaces. 

While each marketplace has its loyal followers and vehement detractors, neither one will ultimately be monetarily damaged by the law suit recently sensationalized in the press.  

Damages to reputation are another matter altogether... Continue reading “eBay vs Craigslist – Who is the Biggest Loser?” »

Blogging to Drive Traffic to Auction Listings – Selling a Boat on OnlineAuction.com 2003 18ft Renegade Nomad Flats Boat

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The listing below is a consignment item listed with All Business Auctions 

We have listed this boat twice on eBay.com and now have it running on OnlineAuction.com

Renegade Flats Boat2003 18ft Renegade Nomad Flats Boat - No Reserve Auction

For Sale on OnlineAuction.com or in Person. This boat is located in Largo, Florida. But it is a Michigan boat with most of its running time in Fresh Water! The boat is in great shape with two brand new batteries and everything regularly serviced - ready to fish!

 

  • 115 H.P. ELPT4S Mercury 4 Stroke Outboard Motor
  • 260 Hrs on Engine
  • Owens & Sons 2004 Aluminum Slide On Trailer (See Photos)
  • Boat is from Michigan with mostly Fresh Water Use
  • Minn Kota 24V 65lb Thrust Trolling Motor
  • Stainless 3 Blade Propeller (See Photos - Small Nicks)
  • Bimini Top
  • Removable Bow Cushions

This Renegade outboard center console has a fiberglass hull, is 17.58 feet long and 80 inches wide at the widest point. The boat weighs approximately 900 pounds with an empty fuel tank and without any gear or passengers

  • VFlex Steering
  • Console Rod Holders
  • Comfortable Helm Seat
  • Lowrance LS-240 Fish Finder
  • Dual Batteries - Both Brand New - March 2008

Great flats boat with alot of class- 4-ss prop-trim tabs-fish boxes and live wells-dual battery set up with switch-poling platform-pop up cleats-deluxe gauges-Lowrance x 67 at helm-Motor Guide trolling motor-boat shows like new-new Aluminum Slide On trailer

Similar Renegade Nomads have sold recently for up to $21,000.00
Additional Photos Available Here: Renegade Nomad

Recently I have advised my readers here at the TAJournal that blogging about the items you sell is a great idea to drive traffic to your listings, no matter where you post them.  One reader mentioned that I seem to not be practicing what I preach.  This is true to some extent, but mostly because I do not want to load up the Trading Assistant Journal with post after post of items I have for sale.  

I have posted here with items we have listed for sale in the past (See: Diamond Ring)

From the diamond ring listing I have unscientifically determined this strategy works - try blogging for your listings and see if it helps boost sales and awareness of your brand.

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