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Auctionbytes-Update, Number 227 - November 16, 2008 - ISSN 1528-6703
This & That: Online Auction Roundup
1) SellerDome Tracks eBay Drop-outs
By Ina Steiner
Reminder: AuctionBytes-Update does not endorse the products and services featured in the "This & That" column, which often features new Web sites. (Anyone can set up a Web site.) Online fraud has become widespread, and you should think twice before giving private information or User IDs and passwords to any third party.
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SellerDome continues to track top-feedback eBay sellers and recently wrote that, as of 10/29/2008, 23.2% of the Top 100,000 eBay Sellers ranked by feedback were either NARU or Inactive. "From 5/25/2008 to 10/29/2008 (157 days), the total number of NARU or Inactive eBay Sellers ranked in the top 100,000 on SellerDome has increased nearly 25.5%."
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2) Learn to Sell on WebStore by Amazon in November 19th Webinar
By Ina Steiner
OSI Rock Stars is holding a free webinar hosted by Amazon.com executive Zoltan Szabadi on how to sell on WebStore by Amazon. The 60-minute webinar will cover how to build a WebStore in just 1-click and sell Amazon products to earn commission, and it will show experienced sellers co-branding and customization features, plus a review of the integration with Selling on Amazon and Fulfillment by Amazon. Szabadi drives strategic initiatives for WebStore by Amazon, including recruiting developers and technology partners. Go to AskAboutTools.com to register for the webinar, being held on November 19, 2008, at noon PST.
3) Save on Packing and Shipping Supplies
By Ina Steiner
These days, everyone is trying to save money (you should be negotiating with your suppliers too). Fastpack Shipping Supplies' is running a "Fire Sale Friday" promotion at its sister site, BizDeal.biz. A great idea - consider running your own "fire sale" promotions!
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4) Escrow Isn't Just for Real Estate
By Ina Steiner
A good reminder of the value of online escrow services. The September 20, 2008, article published in the Orange County Register newspaper talks mostly about Escrow.com, but also has a sidebar with other useful sites.
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