Selling Used Or Refurbished Items On Ebay

General goods can be defined as the everyday products we use - well that is the definition ebay provides. General items encompass a wide range of item but not limited to bulk consumable, tools and hobby supplies. There is a year long market for these types of goods on Ebay.

This is not to say that the market for such items never fluctuates because it does, but the rises and falls happen over much longer periods of time and tend to be less dramatic.  When a surfer sees an item on Ebay being popular, they too will want to list their own. Market saturation will inevitably occur and prices will drop as a result. Always check for other items that are similar or are perfect substitutes, they can damage your sales and cause you to lose revenues. If competition becomes tough, wait and list other items that have fewer people selling them.

Selling used or refurbished items on Ebay allows you to offer prices much lower than your competitors. As long as the items are in top condition, buyers will appreciate the lower listing price and buy the items from you rather than a higher-priced listing. List all flaws where applicable as this show people you are honest.  A bad reputation will destroy your business, so be wary of the quality of the goods you deliver be careful of the quality of the goods you deliver, it determines your survival as a seller.

Of all the types of items that can be sold on Ebay, general goods and consumables behave the most like traditional business goods.
This is a place where great customer service is crucial to ensure long term success. There are rare stories of goods in this niche making huge sales overnight.

Do not set goals based on the periodic stories you hear of overnight success on Ebay every now and then. Aim for a solid supplemental income and then slowly expand your business until it can be your sole endeavor. Do not sell only one kind of product but spread they range wide. If you diversify your offers then the slow sales of one product will not affect the overall income you derive.

General goods and consumables will always have a place on Ebay.
Tap into this money making opportunity by setting up your own store on eBay. Once you’ve built up a reputation for having what everyone needs, when they need it and at a fair price, you will have a bright future as a seller of general goods.