From the Editor
Read the AuctionBytes editorial to catch up on important news for online sellers - Amazon.com has a good fourth quarter, ideas for your online retail business, and a survey on Ecommerce and Social Networking. Plus breaking news on the CPSIA law affecting manufacturers, importers, retailers and resellers of children's products.
Online Auction Site SeeAuctions Puts Fun Back in Antiquing
Mike Kranz has been in the antiques business for 35 years, has owned an antiques mall for 17 years, and has been selling online for 11 years. Two months ago, he turned his website into an auction platform, and it's gaining followers excited about the potential of the marketplace. Learn how SeeAuctions is trying to put the fun back into antiquing online.
SpecialistAuctions.com - Building Trust Is Key to Success
Seeing a need for trust and authenticity, Bob Clements, Sue Harrington, and Simon Massingham came together in 2005 to create an online auction site for collectors. "Have a Haggle" is just one feature that sets SpecialistAuctions.com apart from the others. Greg takes a look at the site and speaks to one of the founders about his plans for continued success.
First Item Sold Online: Mrs. Beasley Doll in 1994
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 Marina who sold a doll in 1994 - before eBay was even conceived! But while Marina saw the potential of online selling right away, it was not so easy to convince her colleagues.
This & That: Online Auction Roundup:
A new organization for Antiques, Vintage & Collectibles Online Sellers; A page to help mom entrepreneurs show off their wares; SEO as a Strategic Ecommerce Opportunity - all this and MORE in our This & That column!
Collector's Corner: Breweriana
You don't have to be a beer-drinker to appreciate breweriana (although it doesn't hurt!). There is a lot of variety in this field of collecting, from beer cans to playing cards, coasters to bottle caps, and much, much more. Michele Alice fills us in on the latest trends in today's Collector's Corner column - an appropriate topic on Super Bowl Sunday!
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.
Discussion Forums
Have a question about buying or selling online? Want to get marketing or technical advice? AuctionBytes Discussion Forums are the place to come to get answers to your questions and get advice! Great tips - a refreshing change! Discussions going on right now!
eBay Drop-Off Stores
AuctionBytes has created a consignment resource page. We've put together a chart of eBay drop-off stores and have links to articles and resources to learn more about consignment selling, the latest trend in the online auction industry!
Marketing Inserts Sellers! Create custom flyers to add to your auction packages. Simply fill in and print out! GREAT for marketing yourself to your buyers!
AuctionBytes Bookshelf A guide to some of the best books and reports for online auction buyers and sellers! Compiled by Ina Steiner, Editor of AuctionBytes.
