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AB-U Issue #212 - April 06, 2008.
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From the Editor
Read the AuctionBytes editorial to catch up on important news for online sellers.
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Shipping Tips for eBay Sellers and Online Merchants
AuctionBytes interviewed shipping guru Mark Taylor, who shares his top tips for online merchants. Taylor, who writes the blog ShippingCoach.com and is a top executive at RedRoller.com, also explains how shortcomings in eBay's shipping calculator makes its new Specified Shipping policy a challenge for many sellers.
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eBid Founder Goes from Stockbroker to Auction Entrepreneur
Mark Wilkinson set out to build the eBid auction site in 1998, before eBay launched its site in the UK. eBid has continued to grow since its initial debut, with plans for continued international expansion (it's currently available in 14 countries), and with a listing tool and shipping calculator on the way. AuctionBytes columnist Greg Holden spent some time interviewing the British entrepreneur to learn more about his plans for the future.
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PlunderHere Auction Site an 'Up and Comer'
Tiny in comparison to its online-auction rival eBay, PlunderHere is betting that a homey feel and caring attitude can help it gain traction in an industry where community counts. Jan Perry fills us in on the basics of selling on the PlunderHere website.
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First Item Sold Online: Beanie Babies and More!
Do you remember the first item you ever sold online? Let us know by sending an email to ina@auctionbytes.com and we may publish your story. Today we hear from three sellers who sold very different items to start their eBay career: a pager, an autobiography of George Harrison, and a collection of Beanie Babies!
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This & That: Online Auction Roundup:
Free email newsletter for appraisers; A tip for searching blogs and discussion boards; An onlince invoicing service for freelances - all this and MORE in our This & That column!
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Collector's Corner: 2008 Show of Shows for Militaria Collectors
What does the smell of musty wool and mothballs conjure up in your mind? For Andrew Turner, it is the essence of the Show of Shows where militaria collectors can bring home history - from clothing to weapons, to photographs and field gear.
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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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