Tenzil
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- Posted: November 30, 2015 2:00:26 am
- So I'm a little bit of a technosaur, having lived the majority of my days in a world of black and white TV, LP's and 45's, and not a personal computer in sight. I don't own a cel phone, let alone a Smart one, and I am not on social media, unless this site counts as such. Still, I find it is time to dive in, to take the plunge - a leap of faith, as it were - and try to sell some of my comics on ebay or any other suggested online places. So if any of you have any experience selling or buying comics online and tips, tricks, things to avoid and suggestions would be gratefully accepted and appreciated. I know a few things about ebay: for example I would need to set up an account but I don't even know if there is a cost for doing that. And when I do is there a minimum or maximum number of books I need to offer for sale at any one time or over a set time period? Should I do auctions or list with a price (or are there other options that allow for both)? What do I owe if a book does not sell? Should I get my comics graded first (I have five already graded)? How much does Paypal take off? How much should I add for shipping? And it goes on and on. I have far more questions than answers so if anyone wants to chime in please feel free!
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labria4
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Rapha1978
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Spa-fon
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Tenzil
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- Posted: December 1, 2015 2:14:38 am
- @labria4, Rapha1978 and Spa-fon: Thank you all for taking the time to reply and for all the advice, suggestions and tips. If anyone else wishes to share their two cents worth, don't hold back, even if it only one little tip or word of advice.
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GenesisDay07
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- Posted: December 1, 2015 4:07:37 am
- Excellent opinions from all IMO. Rapha mentioned Facebook groups . . . I've joined a Facebook group recently where we can buy and/or sell. If you're not in a hurry, join a group and get to know the people a bit first. At least you'll have some track record to go on and people can vouch for each other.
The buyer pays the postage and you only post once payment has been confirmed. No additional costs that I'm aware of . . .
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