Los Angeles Times, November 18,2004
If you are not one of the registered users on EBay, this book will help you jump right in.
Antiques and Collecting Magazine
This is the guide you need for conducting in-depth research, finding antiques online, making intelligent bids, and avoiding bad days.
Book Description
If you?re searching for one-of-a-kind collectibles, eBay offers a wealth of resources?right at your fingertips. "Buying & Selling Antiques and Collectibles on eBay" is the guide you need for conducting in-depth research, finding antiques online, and making intelligent bids, and for avoiding bad buys with insider tips on savvy bidding strategies. Are you interested in selling a rare antique on eBay? Find out how you can set up shop as you learn about taking and posting photos, writing catchy descriptions, setting your starting price, and standing out in the competitive eBay marketplace. Whether you?re searching for the buy of a lifetime or looking for the highest offer on the items you?ve listed, "Buying & Selling Antiques and Collectibles on eBay" gives you the skills you need to meet your goals quickly and hassle-free.
About the Author
Pamela Wiggins is a freelance writer who has been collecting and learning about old things since childhood in her mother’s antique shop. She currently serves as the Antiques Guide for About.com, is the founder of Chic Antiques, a vintage costume jewelry and ladies accessories website, and she frequently sells antiques on eBay. She enjoys participating in several clubs for collectors including VF&CJ, a national organization for vintage costume jewelry enthusiasts. Pamela currently resides in Round Rock, Texas.
Buying and Selling Antiques and Collectibles on eBay FROM THE PUBLISHER
If you're searching for one-of-a-kind collectibles, eBay offers a wealth of resources -- right at your fingertips. Buying & Selling Antiques and Collectibles on eBay is the guide you need for conducting in-depth research, finding antiques online and making intelligent bids, and avoiding bad buys with insider tips on savvy bidding strategies. Are you interested in selling a rare antique on eBay? Find out how you can set up shop as you learn about taking and posting photos, writing catchy descriptions, setting your starting price, and standing out in the competitive eBay marketplace. Whether you're searching for the buy of a lifetime or looking for the highest offer on the items you've listed, Buying & Selling Antiques and Collectibles on eBay gives you the skills you need to meet your goals quickly and hassle-free.
SYNOPSIS
The exciting aspect of this "topical" eBay book is its ability to address the expansive needs and interests of those focused on antique/collectible buying, selling, and trading on eBay. It appeals to a huge audience of people including professionals who are making a business out of buying and selling antiques/collectibles, inheritors interested in valuing and possibly selling their inheritance, the flea market enthusiasts who love the thrill of the hunt, and those who want to start a collection and expand their buying marketplace using eBay. Not only will eager-auction buyers be educated on how to bid with confidence on the specialized items of their desire, current and prospective sellers will be provided with the information that enables them to better understand the trends and growth opportunities for these specific market niches, ultimately helping them elevate to expert-level merchandising when offering specific goods for auction. Additionally, this book offers forward-looking analysis of future directions, emerging opportunities, and natural extensions of dealing with and dealing in the topic matter at hand. With in-depth discussion, description, and expertise on this high-volume commodity category, this book is personable, engaging, and effectively educational.
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