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AB-U Issue #139 - March 20, 2005.
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From the Editor
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eBay Private Auctions: Survey Results Show What's Behind Closed Doors
It seems more eBay sellers are turning to Private Auctions, but are their motives pure? Read the results of a survey of AuctionBytes readers conducted last month. The results may surprise you.
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Small-Town Fundraisers Learn Lessons in Selling on eBay
In the pioneering tradition of their forefathers and mothers, a mid-Western town took on a challenge to work together to better their community. The town of Atkinson, Nebraska, conducted a fundraiser by listing donated items on eBay. Learn about the challenges they faced in this 21st century version of a barn-raising event.
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Commentary: Charging eBay Handling Fees, Legitimate or Lies?
Michael Banks takes a controversial stand on the topic of handling charges. While mail-order companies have long tacked on Shipping & Handling charges to their items, Michael questions this practice on eBay. Read about it and then visit our forums to weigh in on the issue.
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Linking to Your eBay Auctions
There are several ways for eBay sellers to display their listings on their own unique page. Brian Cohen takes a look at About Me pages, RSS feeds and eBay's Merchant Kit and explains which one may help you create your own auction web page.
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This & That: Online Auction Roundup:
Trying to get some publicity for your eBay business? Invite a local reporter to be your helper for a day! Read some publicity hound tips in our This & That column!
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Collector's Corner: Miniature Books
In today's Collector's Corner column, Editor Michele Alice takes a look at the history of miniature books. Who can resist these tiny tomes, with everything from great literature to Cracker Jack inserts. Read on, and find out if you are a "microbibliophile"!
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AuctionBytes Soundoff: Letters from Readers
In every issue, readers soundoff about issues important to them. From feedback to payment services, from increased fees to posting policies, AuctionBytes Soundoff gives you a chance to air your views.
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