How do I sell on eBay?

What is eBay?

eBay is the world's online marketplace; a place for buyers and sellers to come together and trade almost anything.

Here's how eBay works:

• A seller lists an item on eBay, most anything from antiques to cars, books to sporting goods. The seller chooses to accept only bids for the item (an auction-type listing) or to offer the Buy It Now option, which allows buyers to purchase the item right away at a fixed price.

• In an online auction, the bidding opens at a price the seller specifies and remains on eBay for a certain number of days. Buyers then place bids on the item. When the listing ends, the buyer with the highest bid wins.

• In a Buy It Now listing, the first buyer willing to pay the seller's price gets the item.

Selling on eBay is a great way to make extra money - and have fun doing it!

To get started, click the Sell button at the top of most eBay pages, and then on the next page,click the Start selling button. We’ll guide you through the process of listing your item step-by-step, including helping you find the best category. Selecting the right category is important as it helps buyers find your listing.

Before you sell on eBay you must:

• Be a registered member and

• Become a seller.

Before you list an item:

• Look for similar items that have recently sold on eBay to help you select the best category, price, or learn your item’s potential value.

• Review the Seller’s Checklist, Seller Tips, and Knowing the Rules for Sellers.

• Take the Audio Tour: How to Sell on eBay.

How to search for similar items:

Search for items that sold (completed listings) following these steps:

1. Click the Advanced Search link located at the top of most eBay pages.

2. Enter your keywords and any other search information.

3. Select the Completed listings check box.

4. Click the Search button.

Note: If you’re not signed-in, you will be prompted to before you can see your search results.

Alternatively, click the Sell one like this link at the bottom of an item's page that’s similar to the one you’re selling. This takes you to the Create your listing form.