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Archived Newsletter Articles Table of Contents
AB-U Issue #219 - July 20, 2008.
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From the Editor
There's big news afoot at AuctionBytes. We're growing our portfolio as part of our mission to remain the independent trade publication for online merchants. Learn more in today's editorial.
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AuctionChex Facilitates International Payments
Cross-border trading can boost sales, but it comes with its own set of challenges. In addition to the headaches involved with shipping internationally, dealing with foreign currency can also have you reaching for the aspirin. In today's issue, Lissa McGrath takes a look at a service that helps online buyers and sellers deal with currency conversion - AuctionChex may be a cure for the currency migraine.
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Ecommerce Packaging the Green Way: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
Shoppers are keenly aware of the environmental impact of their online purchases. Give them something to feel good about by packaging your items in an eco-friendly manner. Jan Ferrigan is back with more "green" advice for online sellers.
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EcommBytes - Let's Talk Domain Names
Whether or not you are ready to launch your own websites, you should consider registering a domain name, particularly if you have an existing brand, such as your eBay or auction User ID. Let's talk ecommerce!
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First Item Sold Online: Michael, Barbara and Dick and Jane
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 two sellers, Michael and Barbara, who have very different first-time stories.
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This & That: Online Auction Roundup:
Two sites to help recover stolen goods; eBid adds shipping calculator to their site; Flippid launches a listing tool - all this and MORE in our This & That column!
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Collector's Corner: Harmonicas
Just thinking about harmonicas can get your foot tapping and your fingers snapping. Michele Alice gives us a lesson on this small, ever-so-portable musical instrument in today's Collector's Corner column.
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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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