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Can now enter one tracking number for multiple purchases (?)
I remember that, previously, you weren't able to enter the same tracking number if the buyer paid for multiple items separately, but now I find that I can. Does this reflect a change in policy, in that you are now eligible for protection if you pack ...
Too Many Non-Payers
There seems to be an increasing number of people who will bid - and win - a sale and then just forget it. In the past few weeks I've had several and where there hasn't been a request to cancel the transaction or even a response to emails requesting p...
Temporary restriction
Hi, I recently had a listing removed from ebay for not following policy last month. I could not get an explanation off ebay to why this had happened, the item I was selling was a pair of sunglasses that I received many positive reviews about. I suspe...
I just got in "trouble" for ebays new address tracking.
Just took todays pile of mail down to my local PO and the guy scanning noticed ebays new input tracking code in the addresses of my parcel labels. Told me you aren't allowed to put extra information in the addressing section just the street or PO box...
Resolved! What means "delayed" in AP tracking
I sold item 24thNovember, posted 25th to small place past Nhill and the buyer is not happy because it is not delivered as yet. The problem is that the tracking said estimated delivery Tuesday 26th!!!!! from Melbourne. And now it says "delayed". does ...
Resolved! Has anyone actually used OPTISELLER?
Has anyone actually used the OPTISELLER tool that eBay is pushing for fixing the listings that are missing item specifics?Is it worth while using?Or is it a load of **bleep**?
New Zealand now charging GST on all low value ebay purchases.
Just had a NZ buyer complaining he was charged GST on a purchase at the checkout. Once I did a search I found the New Zealand government have basically copied Australias policy regards GST on ebay purchases. Starting today, 1/12/2019 all low value sa...
Moron bidder sends email.
Morning after auction ends, idiot sends email saying that they bid by mistake and won't be paying. First time in years this has happened and these days, I find I cannot leave neg feedback and am in limbo for 4 days. I suppose it makes the place look ...
Couldn't edit due to bid or after removing bid.
Listed an item with auction and had pick up only (as that's what the last item was) and someone messaged about postage. Let them know that I would be adding postage shortly and at what cost.I thought I had the postage cost as the default option.They ...
Postage Gripe
The new Aust Post / eBay rates are a real pain - I generally use the eBay Aust Post satchels and what used to be the $7.55 charge for the 500gm satchel is now anywhere between $8.21 and $8.95. What was the 3 kg Medium satchel - which is now seems to ...
Resolved! Letter Gauge for Large Letters
Hi I hope this isn't too silly a question...but does anyone have any tips on making a 2cm letter gauge to test large letters? I pretty much have zero craft experience so I'm not sure what would be the best way to go about it. How would I cut through ...
No sales on Black Friday
With all the hype of Black Friday to Cyber Monday I was hoping to have a few sales, and sadly no... and here comes the retail recession we had to have
Resolved! 500g Parcel Post Satchel
Is anyone have the trouble to send the parcel with old 500g Parcel Post bag which actual weight is over 500g? Today I went to a Post office near our house, and the staff rejects my parcel because the weight is 1.2kg. I had to drive to another Post of...
Can we talk about Promoted Listings please?
My sales have just about dried up in both my shops, from multiple daily sales in each, I am down to the odd small sale in one or the other every 2-3 days. eBay insist I am visible, and advise using the seller centre hints to try to streamline my list...
Resolved! Can someone please explain me how paypal fees works for ebay sellers?
Can someone please explain to me how PayPal fees work for eBay sellers? I'm new to eBay and last month I made 188 AUD sales. I was surprised to see that there were 13 AUD as PayPal fees for that. This is nearly 7% of fee! Can someone explain how PayP...
