Question:
What are the advantages of an online auction?
The Advantages of Online Auctions
The advantages of online auctions are numerous. The first is that the auction reaches a wide audience. Whereas live auctions are limited to the number of people physically attending, online auctions can gather participants from all over the world. There is also no time constraint -- an auctioneer is not required to be present to take bids, so bidding can occur around the clock within a given amount of time. Because the bidding and "winning" aspects of online auctions mimic online gaming, especially online gambling, online auction sites develop more loyal customer bases.
Since the auctions draw on large numbers of buyer and sellers, most auctions receive numerous bids, allowing the price of the goods auctioned to become closer to the actual market price. Lastly, online auction sites grow quickly. Greater numbers of buyers encourage greater numbers of sellers who in turn encourage greater numbers of buyers, creating an upward spiral of participation.
Auction Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find bargains to resell at auction?
How much information should I include in my description of the item?
Is there a software program that will help me do searches at eBay?
How do I write a title containing keywords that stimulate interest?
Where can I purchase products for auction.
Where can I purchase products for auction?
How can I protect myself from overpayment at a live auction?
Should I bid on an item if the price is unreasonably low?
Should I send payment for an item if the price is unreasonably low?
Where can I find bargains to resell at auction?
Should I avoid buying quantity because itīs cheap at a Dutch Auction?
Where can I order free shipping supplies from the US Post Office?
How can I save myself from paying unncessary fees?
Should I consider selling items to bidders in other countries?
Will I have to pay taxes on income derived from my auction sales?
Should I post all shipping information, methods & fees in one place?
How can I protect myself buying or selling when using a credit card?
Should I contact an accountant before setting up an online business?
If I am shipping UPS, should I use the Delivery Confirmation Option?
Why should I include insurance in the shipping costs?
How do I gain the confidence of potetial buyers ?
Should I schedule shipping days for my auction items?
How can I draw more bidding traffic to my auction web site?
Where can I find an online community that offers free listings?
How can I reduce the risk of a buyer saying I didnīt send an item?
How should I build my inventory to yield higher profit returns?
Is there a simple listing template I can create to sell items?
Is there a way I can block a bidder from bidding on my auctions?
Will the level of customer service be reflected in my feedback rating?
When will the auctioneer describe any changes in the auction items?
What is the National Fraud Information Center?
How do I find out what my item will sell for ?
May I Add a Link to my Website on an eBay listing?
Will I be in violation at eBay if I have a link to another web site?
Is it okay to make an offer on an item that doesnīt have any bids?
If I twitch or yawn, will that be considered a legitimate bid?
Is it important to check the history and feedback of a seller?
Should I develop a schedule for my online auction business?
How can I find out how the top sellers became successful in selling?
If I am new to online auctions, should I participate first as a buyer?
Are copyright laws enforced on auction sites?
Can I copy other ads or pictures ?
Where can I find auctions for autographs, memorabilia and manuscripts?
Where can I find auctions for autographs, memorabilia and manuscripts?
Can I have more than one user ID at eBay?
Can I have more than one user ID at eBay?
Should I use sales gimmicks and cute phrases to sell my items?
Where can I find bargains to resell at auction?
Are there some opportunities I should look for to get a bargain?
Should I bid if the shipping and handling fees are not clear?
How can I find out how the top sellers became successful in selling?
How can I be sure a drop shipper or wholesaler is legitimate?
How can I tell if an eBay staff member is on the discussion board?
How can I tell if an eBay staff member is on the discussion board?
How can I add my photos to the search listings on eBay?
How can I add my photos to the search listings on eBay?
Is there somewhere I can check for changes at eBay?
What are famous celebrities saying about eBay and the auctions?
Is there somewhere I can check for changes at eBay?
What are famous celebrities saying about eBay and the auctions?
Should I consider setting up a personal postage account?
Can I find products to resell at garage sales and thrift shops?
Should I list the most important information first in my item listing?
Should I start bidding in the auction early with one quick bid?
What types of photos work best to increase bidding?
Can I get some great deals if I visit lesser used auction sites?
Should I accept cash payments as a seller?
Should I sell large quantities of an item all at once in one listing?
Will creating an ad template for my listings save time?
Is it important to familiarize myself with the selling fees?
Should I use the About Me page to *tell about* me or *sell* me?
Should I end my auction on the last day of a 3-day holiday weekend?
How do I find out a good price range to win a bid at auction?
Are there some sources of information for investigating a seller?
What are some alternative sources for products.
How do I calculate my starting bid?
Is there a way to check out the history of other bidders?
Is there a way to reduce the size of photo images to speed load time?
Should I take advantage of special features like Buy It Now?
Where can I find quick answers and advice in an auction community?
Are there free trial versions of auction management programs?
Should I refuse to accept a return and not refund money to a customer?
Where can I find the best price for auction management software?
Should I offer several options to customers for making payments?
Where should I start the bidding price on my auction items?
What is the best time and day of the week to end my auctions?
Should I ask the seller questions about an item?
How can I narrow down my search for specific auction items?
Will searching for a commonly misspelled term help find an item?
How can I eliminate other bidders as I get close to my maximum bid?
Should I send a congratulatory email to successful online buyers?
Should I Sell More Than One Product ?
How do I find out what my item will sell for ?
Is it good to list all my auctions at the same times each day?
How can I use the holidays to shorten my sales cycle?
What are Yahoo! auctions like?
Are there jewelry auctions online?
Are there wholesale jewelry auctions online?
Is there brand name jewelry auctioned online?
Can I find an engagement ring through an online auction?
Can I purchase diamonds through online auctions?
Can I find fine jewelry through an online auction?
How can I be sure of the quality of the jewelry I buy through online auctions?
How should I choose an online jewelry auction site?
Is there art available for auction online?
How do I choose an online art auction site?
Will I be able to find wholesale art auctioned online?
Will I be able to buy paintings online?
How can I be sure of the quality of the art that I buy online?
Is there any fine art available for auction online?
How can I auction my art online?
Are there different kinds of auctions?
What is the difference between a live auction and an online auction?
What precautions can I take during an auction?
How do I find auctions in my area?
Are there different rules for auctions?
In an auction, what does the term escrow mean?
How do I know when to stop bidding in an auction?
What kinds of men's jewelry is available for auction?
What should I keep in mind when buying watches through online auctions?
Can I obtain men's estate jewelry through online auctions?
What should I keep in mind when selling men's jewelry online?
Are there any precautions that I should take when buying men's jewelry through online auctions?
Where can I obtain antique men's jewelry through auctions?
What kinds of men's watches can I find through online auctions?
What kinds of collectibles are available through online auctions?
Can I find antique collectibles through auctions?
What precautions should I take when buying collectibles through online auctions?
How can I sell my collectibles through online auctions?
Are there any options for silver collectors at auctions?
How can I be sure about the pricing of collectibles in auctions?
Should I buy stamps and coins through online auctions?
What are the advantages of an online auction?
What are some precautions I should take with online auction sites?
What are some things I should know before entering an online auction?
How should I go about creating an online auction?
How can I use escrow services with online auctions?
Is there anything I should watch out for if I am selling goods through an online auction?
What kind of research should I do before buying something through an online auction?
If I get defrauded by a seller on an online auction site, what action can I take?
Where can I get information about government and police auctions?
Where do the goods in government and police auctions come from?
Who regulates government and police auctions?
Who profits from government and police auctions?
What should I look for at a government auction?
What should I look for at a police auction?
Are there government and police auctions online?
Is it safe to buy a car through a car auction?
Are there online car auctions?
What should I keep in mind when buying a car through an auction?
Can I buy classic cars through car auctions?
Are there any precautions that I should take at a car auction?
What legal protections do I have when participating in a car auction?
What should I do if I want to auction my car?
As a buyer, how can I make the best use of an online auction site?
As a seller, how can I make the best use out of an online auctions site?
What are bidz.com auctions like?
What should I be careful of when using an auction site?
What is the best way for me to resolve a dispute with an auction site?
Are there estate sales available online?
What should I look for at an estate auction?
How are estate sales usually conducted?
How can I find estate sales in my area?
I want to have an estate sale, how should I go about doing it?
Are there real estate auctions online?
How can I find real estate auctions in my area?
What precautions should I take in a real estate auction?
What types of fraud are associated with real estate auctions?
What are real estate foreclosure auctions?
Are there auctions of commercial real estate?
What should I do if I want to auction my real estate?
Are there real estate auctions available through the government?
Are there boat auctions online?
What should I consider when buying a boat at auction?
Other than salvage auctions, what kind of boat auctions are there?
Are there boat salvage auctions?
What precautions should I take in a boat auction?
What are the rules of a charity auction?
Are there charity auctions online?
How can I host a charity auction?
How can I donate to a charity auction?
How can I find charity auctions in my area?
Are there celebrity charity auctions?
Are there travel auctions online?
Are there travel auction scams online?
What should I look for in a travel auction?
What kinds of deals can I find through a travel auction?
If I own a timeshare, can I lease it through a travel auction?
Recent Auction Questions
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Recently..a friend of mine took it upon herself to try and sell an expensive camera outfit on another online auction site where she had tried before on the same site to try and sell the camera outfit (without success). I actually own the camera outfit and she was setting it up doing the legwork..etc. One day last week...she unexpectedly calls me and informs me that she now has a firm bid on the camera set, which is good in itself...but the bid actually comes out at about current market wholesale value. We do not have any contractual agreement for her services being rendered for this service that she has provided. My question is...is there any "rule of thumb" of the common % a person would charge for setting this up, managing the process and negotiating the sale and completing the sale process on an online auction? And is there any difference in a certain % to charge when the item doesnt sell over when the item actually does sell.? Need to know ASAP.! Thanks.!!
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I am inviting you to visit it and knows my artworks, mainly, the collection BRASIL: WOMEN AND MULATTOS WOMEN.
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Eliezer Marconi
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