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Free Shipping Might Cost You
We are not a patient society. That is evident by the overwhelming
number of fast food restaurants. If we can get something fast and
cheap, we are blissful. If you throw in something free on top of
that, it could be love. Free shipping is one of the ways some Ebay
auctions entice buyers. Good or bad, there are points to keep in
mind when looking at one of these auctions.
Auctions, by their very nature, are designed to be competitive.
People bid on the item they desire and if they are willing to pay
enough, win the auction. The very first decision you must make is
how much you are willing to spend. Most people, in the rush of
adrenalin, forget to factor in how much shipping will be. A good
example is clothing found overseas. Yes, you won the auction for a
handmade wedding dress for only twenty dollars. But you failed to
pay attention that shipping will be two hundred dollars. Maybe it
was not such a great deal after all.
Ebay listings that offer free shipping are for those people that
want the product as soon as possible, do not want to wait on a
lengthy auction or bidding war, and will pay what the seller
requests. There is a high chance that there are several auctions
going on for the same type of item, especially in electronics. The
prices will be lower with shipping fees or higher and come with free
shipping. A little browsing will reveal a very insignificant price
gap in the end.
Free Ebay shipping may be a way to lure buyers in but if you are the
seller, there are important thoughts to keep in mind. Always make it
very clear regarding exactly where you are willing to ship an item
for free. Free shipping can become very expensive if you forget to
mention that you only ship in the continental United States.
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