Buying and Selling on eBay: Tips, Tricks, Problems & Questions

[bpk1]



Ok, thanks for clarifying. I've noticed that some sellers are charging $7 for shipping. Would it be fair to ask sellers for the cheaper option in your opinion?

Depends on the what they're shipping and service selected...

I charge retail for shipping. $7 for a Priority Flat Rate Envelope would be pretty reasonable. If they're charging $7 for a 3 ounce item shipped First Class, then they are over-charging. If they're charging $7 for something that will cost $15 to ship, then the charge is reasonable.

I charge $7 for USPS Priority Mail padded flat rate envelopes. They cost $6.80 USPS retail, add in sticky label paper, printer ink, tissue paper or plastic sealer bags, my time, etc. I think $7 is fair to get a buyer their item in 3 days or less. I only have the free USPS priority mail supplies, which can't be used for First Class mail. So for me to ship via First Class, I would need to order, or go out and find supplies that could be used for First Class mail. So generally, with some exceptions (repeat buyer, multiple items purchase, etc), I won't ship First Class.

 

[maro2280]

I wanted to see if anyone here knows if this Hermes item goes by a special name. I looked at the Hermes site, but could not find anything comparable. It is finely knit silk, four different colors (reversible), equal width at both ends (~3 1/8"), ~58" inches long, and both ends taper towards the middle of the item. Given the measurements, it simply seems like a tie. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[bpk1]



I wanted to see if anyone here knows if this Hermes item goes by a special name. I looked at the Hermes site, but could not find anything comparable. It is finely knit silk, four different colors (reversible), equal width at both ends (~3 1/8"), ~58" inches long, and both ends taper towards the middle of the item. Given the measurements, it simply seems like a tie. Any help would be appreciated. 

If I had to venture a guess, I'd say a tie also. Currently have a similar double ended Zegna (albeit not reversible).

Edit to add:
@1ofTheCoolKids was kind enough to send along the link below - intuition of it being a tie was accurate.

http://usa.hermes.com/man/ties/cont...e=1&back_search=q+4+temps|back_from_product+1

 

[SpooPoker]

is anyone else not getting PayPal payment notification emails or is it just me?

 

[Fueco]

is anyone else not getting PayPal payment notification emails or is it just me?

Dunno, I deactivated those emails a long time ago...

 

[Reosymes]

is anyone else not getting PayPal payment notification emails or is it just me?

Me too.

 

[SpooPoker]



Me too.

This is quite annoying.

 

[maro2280]

Thanks @1ofTheCoolKids & @bpk1 thank you both! Super helpful. I should have looked more carefully at the Hermes page--I have noted that scrolling down is a solid move.

 

[bpk1]

Just had a bidder win an item - and when I went to send an invoice, it shows that they're in Mexico...

I only ship internationally via GSP (and GSP doesn't ship to Mexico), so how is it even possible that they won the item? Guess my only option is to cancel the transaction, unless I reach out and they can update to a US paypal address?

 

[SpooPoker]



is anyone else not getting PayPal payment notification emails or is it just me?

FYI, its a thing.

https://www.paypal-community.com/t5...al/td-p/440811/page/13?profile.language=en-gb

 

[TheNeedMachine]



FYI, its a thing.

https://www.paypal-community.com/t5...al/td-p/440811/page/13?profile.language=en-gb

I stopped getting timely emails this past Friday. They came thru eventually - like a day later. Minor hassle for me; big hassle for anyone who sells more I'm sure.

 

[My Main Man]

Just had a bidder win an item - and when I went to send an invoice, it shows that they're in Mexico...

I only ship internationally via GSP (and GSP doesn't ship to Mexico), so how is it even possible that they won the item? Guess my only option is to cancel the transaction, unless I reach out and they can update to a US paypal address?

There is a solid chance they either live near the border and have a US PO Box or else they use a proxy service. Don't cancel yet.

 

[suited]



Quick tax question. Whenever I thrift, I always have my baby Glock (Glock 26) concealed on my person. I am contemplating giving that to the wife and purchasing a Glock 30S or Springfield XD for myself. If carried for personal protection while working, is it a legitimate tax deduction?

Knowing the IRS, I wouldn't. If you get audited I doubt it would bode well for your treatment.

wow thread is packing... would've never ever considered that a necessity while thrifting.

Thats because its not.

Can you guys tell me part of the country you live in where crime only happens in certain, determinable areas? I need to more there asap. I've been living under the apparent ridiculous assumption that crime happens everywhere

What do you guys think is better for a default pic? 1)

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

2)

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[drlivingston]

I stopped getting timely emails this past Friday. They came thru eventually - like a day later. Minor hassle for me; big hassle for anyone who sells more I'm sure.

This... I sometimes get the e-mails now 12-16 hrs after the payment has been made.

 

[double00]

Can you guys tell me part of the country you live in where crime only happens in certain, determinable areas? I need to more there asap. I've been living under the apparent ridiculous assumption that crime happens everywhere

wut? haha CE that ****.