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Selling stuff Online is easier than ever thanks to eBay, Google and other Online markets.  Find information here to help you get started in Online selling, whether you want to start your own business, or just make a little extra money!




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eBay Resources 

eBay offers a number of sophisticated marketing tools and regularly hosts Online meetings and live events. Check out these pages to find workshops offered almost daily on the site, merchandising tips and more.
eBay: Workshop Calendar
Take advantage of these free Workshops to learn how to take your eBay business to th next level.
eBay: Services: Seller Central: Best Practices: Holiday Selling Guide 2006
eBay's new 2006 Holiday Selling Guide is now live on the Seller Central page.
eBay - Seller Central - What's Hot
Find out what's selling best now, what sold best in the recent past, and what will be promoted in upcoming weeks at this must bookmark page for serious sellers.
eBay - Seller Central - Resources
Links to advanced selling resources on eBay.

Getting Started 

eBay: The Missing Manual

Amazon Price: $18.96 (as of 10/07/2008)

Sell Online

Amazon Price: $16.95 (as of 10/07/2008)

1000 Best eBay Success Secrets

Amazon Price: $11.01 (as of 10/07/2008)

Sites for Online Sellers 

AuctionBytes
This site will keep you informed about the latest auction news as well as new technologies for the auction seller.
MyEZ Sale Article: eBay Stores...
This article may make you think about whether your store is better on eBay or self-hosted.
eBay Learning Center
Find everything you need to know about buying or selling on eBay from this easy to use page.
eBay Reviews & Guides
Today, November 18, eBay announced that reviewers will get a page that will act as a seller overview page. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your expertise about the products you sell in your store. Visit eBay Reviews and Guides where you can post or access product reviews and buying guides for consumers. eBay reviews and guides provides user generated reviews and guides and eBay Buying Guides.
eBay Pulse: trends, hot picks, cool stuff and popular searches on eBay.com
eBay Pulse delivers a snapshot of the eBay marketplace. eBay Pulse features top 10 popular searches, popular stores, popular products, highest priced and most watched items.
eBay - Seller Central - Promotional Tools
eBay Seller Central - Get tips on how to promote your site on eBay, plus links to seasonal selling helpers.
Operating Forecast Planning document
What you need to know to expand your selling business.
Skip McGrath's Auction Seller's News January Newsletter
Skip McGrath's Auction Seller's News is a great resource for Online sellers.
AuctionZip.com - Live Auction Locator - Fast,Easy, and Free!
Large database of live auctions. Auctioneers you may post your Auction listings FREE! Search by Area - Auctioneer - Category - Keyword. Site contains full listings, photos, Auctioneer links and information. Free for Auctioneers and free for Auction goers.
Auction News - Old And Sold Antiques Auction
News about internet auctions.

Tools and Templates 

eBay Auction Templates Starter Kit (One Off)

Amazon Price: $26.99 (as of 10/07/2008)

I Sell on eBay

Amazon Price: $29.99 (as of 10/07/2008)

150 I Sell Refill Pages-The System for Tracking Your Online Auctions Sales

Amazon Price: $14.95 (as of 10/07/2008)

Great overall content about e-commerce 

SitePoint : New Articles, Fresh Thinking for Web Developers and Designers
SitePoint.com - With a vast variety of web design tutorials and articles coupled with a vibrant and well informed community, SitePoint the natural place to go to grow your online business

Business Information and Forms 

Tools to help you set up your business

CCH Business Owner's Toolkit | The Home Office Deduction
If you use a part of your home for business, you may be able to claim a tax deduction for some of your expenses of maintaining the home.

Running your Business 

Tax Loopholes for eBay Sellers

Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 10/07/2008)

The eBay Survival Guide: How to Make Money and Avoid Losing Your Shirt

Amazon Price: $15.96 (as of 10/07/2008)

The eBay Entrepreneur: The Definitive Guide for Starting Your Own eBay Trading Assistant Business

Amazon Price: $20.65 (as of 10/07/2008)

Turn eBay Data into Dollars

Amazon Price: $29.35 (as of 10/07/2008)

eBay announcements 

The general announcements feed from eBay.

General announcements and marketing information from eBay.

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More about selling on eBay 

How to Start and Run an eBay Consignment Business

Amazon Price: $26.95 (as of 10/07/2008)

The eBay Price Guide: What Sells for What (in Every Category!)

Amazon Price: $19.77 (as of 10/07/2008)

eBay: Top 100 Simplified Tips & Tricks (Top 100 Simplified Tips & Tricks)

Amazon Price: $13.59 (as of 10/07/2008)

Professional Web APIs with PHP: eBay, Google, Paypal, Amazon, FedEx plus Web Feeds

Amazon Price: $26.39 (as of 10/07/2008)

eBay System announcements 

Find out about system issues and planned outages

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I've been involved with the online world as a successful marketer, communicator and writer since the early 90's and began teaching Online in 2002. I currently work on social media consulting projects and teach marketing and communications classes at the leading Online University.

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