Are you new to the Online Auction world? Are you a Pro just looking for a few helpful pointers? Before you spend lots of time and money, check out these Seller's Tips:

- Maintain good communication with bidders. Answer all questions
quickly.

- Ship items out as soon as payment is received.

- Cancel bids from bidder that you know are "deadbeat."

- Always use Delivery Confirmation (even if you have to add the .50 into the shipping costs.)

- If you're just starting out as a seller, you may want to do some buying first
to build up a feedback rating.

- Publish your shipping and handling costs up
front.

- Clearly state your check acceptance policy.

- Always include a picture of the item in your listings. Many potential bidders won't even look at your auction if there is no picture.

- Order FREE priority mail shipping supplies on-line at
http://supplies.usps.gov.

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