The other great advantage of using eBay is to save yourself a fortune. A great example is just how cheap ink for your printer is on eBay compared to the high street shops. On average 50% cheaper.
In order to bid or buy you need to register on eBay. It’s easy and FREE.
Simply click on the Register link at the top of any EBAY page and complete the registration form.
Ebay will ask you to provide a valid email address and a credit or debit card for verification purposes only (you will NOT be charged). You also need to choose a Username, which will be become your identity on Ebay, and a password, preferably one that you do not use on other internet websites.
Looking For Items On eBay
There are two easy ways of tracking down items on eBay;
Browsing: If you want to see what eBay has to offer, Browse the categories listed on the homepage. Click on the category you are interested in or select the Browse button on the navigation bar to display the full category list.
Searching: If you’re looking for something specific the simplest way to find it is to Search. Type keywords into the search box that best describe what you are looking for or select search link on the navigation bar for more advanced search options.
A list of items that match your search will be displayed. To narrow down the search, select a Matching Category.
Check Out The Item And The Seller
Make sure you know what you are buying and who is selling it. Once you find a listing that interests you, click on it to view details of the item and find out as much as you can. Read the item description completely including information about accepted payment methods, postage costs and any returns policy.
Check the Sellers reputation by clicking on the feedback rating besides the Sellers User ID (this is a number in brackets). Read what other buyers have said about the seller’s reliability, product quality and level of service.
