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AB-U Issue #234 - March 01, 2009.
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From the Editor
Read the AuctionBytes editorial to catch up on important news for online sellers. Learn about the upcoming conferences AuctionBytes will be covering, an exclusive discount for readers attending the Internet Retailer show in Boston in June, and the tour AuctionBytes will be taking of Etsy headquarters in New York later this month!
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ShipRush Gives Shipping Advice for Small Online Retailers
Efficient shipping is critical to any ecommerce business, from the casual seller to the largest company. We checked in with Rafael Zimberoff, Product Manager at ShipRush, an eBay Certified Provider, to hear his thoughts on the USPS rate increases coming in May and some advice on shipping that you won't want to miss.
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eBay Alternatives Review: eBid, OnlineAuction and Overstock Auctions
There is a tremendous hunger for information about online auction sites beyond the industry giant eBay. Writer and online seller Ed Tomchin put some notes together as he researched venues he was considering for his own use. Today he looks at eBid, OnlineAuction.com and Overstock Auctions.
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Foodzie Whets Appetites with Gourmet Marketplace
The folks at Foodzie have a tough job - they must sample the delicious food that artisan producers and growers sell on their gourmet and specialty food marketplace. From Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies to jars of Bread 'n Butter Squash, you can find it, buy it (or sell it) on Foodzie.com. Greg Holden gives us the rundown on how three young food-lovers came up with the brainstorm for a unique online grocery store.
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First Item Sold Online: No Luck of the Irish on this Disney Sale
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 Patricia, whose first buyer got cold feet and taught her some invaluable lessons about selling online.
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This & That: Online Auction Roundup:
The Internet Retailer conference is taking place in Boston this June, and you can save $100 on registration by taking advantage of an exclusive offer for AuctionBytes readers; Delcampe runs a stamp trivia quiz; Take a Wall St. firm's survey on the industry - all this and MORE in our This & That column!
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Collector's Corner: Barbie Turns 50
Barbie turns 50 years old next week! Collectors have always been wild about Barbie, her friends and family, and of course her fashion accessories. Michele Alice reintroduces us to one of the world's favorite dolls and points to resources where you can learn more. Happy birthday, Barbie!
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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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