From the Editor
Find out what your editor was up to in March, and learn how to be considered for a signed copy of Guy Kawasaki book, "Reality Check: The Irreverent Guide to Outsmarting, Outmanaging, and Outmarketing Your Competition," in today's editorial.
Touring Etsy.com's Brooklyn Headquarters
While there's plenty of character at Etsy's Brooklyn headquarters, it's not all fun and games. AuctionBytes editor Ina Steiner took a tour of the marketplace for handmade and vintage items and shares some thoughts on what makes this a serious business for creative, fun-loving sellers.
Former eBay Seller Starts Stootsi.com Using Old-School Approach
Yet another former eBay seller has broken out on his own to start an ecommerce marketplace. Bryan Corbett is taking a unique approach to selling online, as AuctionBytes columnist Greg Holden reveals in today's feature article.
eBay Alternatives Review, Part 2: Atomic Mall and Wensy
Online buyers and sellers have more options than ever before, and Ed Tomchin has been taking a look at some of them for AuctionBytes. In part one, Ed examined eBid, OnlineAuction and Overstock Auctions. Today, he reviews Atomic Mall and Wensy. As a 10-year seller of vintage, collectible, useful and other odd goods, Ed has an interesting perspective on marketplaces, and you won't want to miss his frank, revealing reviews of eBay alternatives.
First Item Sold Online: Nature Books and a Ronald Reagan Presidential Calendar
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 Kaniesia and Robert, whose first eBay sales led them down very different paths.
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.
