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AB-U Issue #230 - January 04, 2009.

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From the Editor
Read the AuctionBytes editorial to catch up on important news for online sellers. Holiday sales were down in 2008 - find out by how much, and what it could mean for 2009.

eBay, Alternatives and Small Sellers: A Transformative Year
Under new leadership, eBay underwent a transformation in 2008 that changed the marketplace from top to bottom. A macro view of the year's developments gives perspective on what eBay is becoming and how sellers and alternative marketplaces reacted and adapted to those changes.
eBay Alternatives Pick up Steam in 2008 Thanks to Google
Marketplaces that provide alternatives to eBay sellers were able to attract buyers to their sites in 2008 thanks in part to search engines like Google. Small sellers turned to multi-channel selling in 2008, and alternative sites benefited from demand from sellers and exposure through Google. Read how things changed in 2008 and peruse a year of AuctionBytes profiles of eBay alternative sites.
First Item Sold Online: Parent's Dilemma Turns into Goldmine
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 Yvonne with a story that every parent can relate to about the start of her journey in selling online.
This & That: Online Auction Roundup:
Two new community sites for collectors; SEO as a Strategic Ecommerce Opportunity; eBay runs month-long promotion - all this and MORE in our This & That column!
Collector's Corner: Vintage Costume/Fashion Jewelry
Who knew grandmother's costume jewelry would become so highly collectible? Michele Alice takes us on a tour of vintage costume jewelry and what makes these special items so highly prized.
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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