Thank You for Your Feedback!

Thanks to my readers who took time to send in their comments about the Hot List. I appreciate your feedback!

From JS in South Carolina,

"I just wanted to drop you a line and let you know how much help you are. I purchased your Hot List book last night and there were some real eye openers in it. I wanted to thank you on the [tip on Facebook Group] as well. I got very lucky and found 2 of them in a clearance bin for 7.99 each. Found I found 4 more regular price, put everything together and someone purchased the lot for just over $200. Not bad and easily the best profit deal to date for me. [Profit = $160 for one sale.]"

From RP,

"Thanks for the Hot List. I found them all to be very valuable. As we speak, my husband is out getting some [tip on Facebook Group] -(I called ahead and had them hold them for me). I will certainly be buying your next tips update; saves me time as eBay is so very time consuming for me!"

From AM in Charlotte, NC,

"Thank you Suzanne! I live on the outskirts of Charlotte, NC and I found 9 of one of the items yesterday and already sold my first lot this morning on eBay! My profit was about $25.00 per auction. I listed three auctions on Sunday night and sold out last night. my husband went found 14 more this afternoon. I hope I can sell these as quickly as the first!"

From M.R. in Florida,

"Thanks for putting together the Hot List. I have looked into the toys you mentioned, and although the profit is only about $15-$20 on an item that costs $50 to buy, the beauty is that you only have to create the listing once then hit RELIST whenever you want to list another one. Thrift store and garage sale items are great, but since each is unique, you have to take the pictures, write the listing, and do each one individually. I've been looking for a way to put some items in my store on auto-pilot - this is going to be such a time-saver. You pointed me in the right direction to get started!"

I agree, M.R. - the best way to keep a consistent eBay income is to obtain inventory from a variety of sources. If one of your inventory sources dries up, you will have backup. Automating as much as possible is much more time and energy efficient, although the profit margin is smaller. Thrift store and garage sale finds can bring a much higher profit per item, but the time investment is much greater. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages.

I'm so glad that all of you (and hopefully others) are profiting from these tips and I wish you the best of luck with your eBay selling!

Laundry Room Essentials for Sellers Offering Used or Vintage Clothing on eBay

I came across this list of laundry essentials when I was lurking on the Vintage Clothing board. This might be beneficial for those of you who sell used or vintage clothing. (There is some chit-chat to wade through, but good information on specific stain removal tips if you have time to read the whole thread.)

Laundry Room Essentials

eBay Coach Hot List - Fall 2008

It is here – the eBay Coach Hot List! I’ve been out scouring the internet for more hot items to sell on eBay. These hot items are similar to the Aveeno Cream tip I posted back in June, and the other Hot Tips on my Facebook Group. My eBay Hot List contains several discontinued items, hot sellers for Fall 2008, toys for the 2008 Holiday Season, and every day products that we have in the USA that international buyers want.

My 17-page Hot List report contains the following:

3 Discontinued Drug Store Items

2 Common Grocery Items to Sell Internationally

2 Discontinued Baby Items

1 Clothing Item – Limited Supply, Get it now and Sell it Later during Winter

4 Toys Already Selling for this Holiday Season

1 Category of Items Unique for Fall 2008

My Hot List explains exactly where to find these items, how much they cost, the price you can sell them for on eBay, and your estimated profit per item based on current eBay selling prices. Most of these items can be easily found at local drug stores, WalMart, the mall, or grocery stores.

The key to making money on eBay with the items on this list is knowing on which eBay site to list them, when to list them, and how to price them to sell. Some of these products work fine on eBay USA; others do better on eBay Australia or eBay Canada. I explain all of this to you –where to list them and for how much.

Similar to the Hot Tips provided on my Facebook eBay Group, I have personal experience selling many of these items. I’ve learned a lot from my customers about WHY they buy certain items, and that is the key to success on eBay – understanding how your customer thinks. Get the Hot List NOW!

(Note: Don’t assume other sellers have done the math. They may not be getting the item for the same price that you are paying. Always check selling price, fees, and your cost before listing anything!)

How to Make Money Selling Halloween Costumes on eBay

My friend and fellow eBay Power Seller, Sherah Taylor, is offering eBay Coach readers a special on her eBook, "“Discover the Secrets of How to Find and Sell the Hot Halloween Costumes for High Profits." This book is really laid out well and offers quite a bit of valuable information about making money selling Halloween costumes on eBay. Now is the time!

Sherah has been an eBay Power Seller for 9 years, is a stay at home mom to 6 kids, and is the author of the Auction Moms Newsletter. She updates this book every year with current information on popular costume styles, brand names, themes, and specific characters.

I wish I could pass this book on to you for free, but it isn't mine to give away (and as an eBook writer myself, I respect that). Click here to get your copy and start selling Halloween costumes now - before time runs out.

Back to Business - Another HOT eBay Tip!

Well, I am back from vacation and ready to hit the ground running. Not really. I wish I had another week sitting on the beach with the view in the picture! I actually learned about this product on my vacation chatting with the woman next to me on the flight.

Check out this new health and beauty product that is already in some Walgreen's stores. Retail price is $150. Selling price on eBay is $80. I have not seen them in my Walgreen's yet so I don't know what the purchae price is, but they are coming....

Click here to find out what the item is! (Check the discussion board for hot tips.)

Hot eBay Tip - Discontinued Grocery Item to Sell for BIG Profit

I am on vacation - but don't you love the scheduled posting feature! Run to the grocery store for this one. Discontinued food item that is selling for an average of $25 per unit - costs less than $3.50 at grocery stores, if you can find it. A lot of 9 of these sold a few days ago for over $200. Talk about a profit!

Get this tip by joining my eBay SAHMs Facebook Group and look on the Discussion Board for the HOT TIP post.

Like these tips? Want more? Just join my SAHMs eBay Group on Facebook and gets these alerts faster!

Adios, Amigos! I'm on Vacation!

Finally, after 6 years, I am taking a vacation. The sweet man in my life has surprised me with a week in Cancun. We will be at an all-inclusive resort for 6 days. I am most looking forward to the swim with the dolphins, something I have wanted to do all my life. (Dolphins are so smart, agile, and cute! I always loved Flipper.) I've been watching this video for a week getting revved up for my trip. (I have no idea who these people are, but they sure are having fun, and aren't the dolphins sweet?)

Time to Sell Halloween Costumes on eBay

Halloween costumes are good sellers on eBay year round and I always look for them when visiting garage sales and thrift stores. Now is the time to get them listed in your store as the Halloween rush is starting.

Look for costumes at members clubs (like Sam’s and Costco), Dollar Stores, Walmart, Target, Old Navy, Big Lots, Kohl's, garage sales, and thrift stores. Watch for costumes to go on clearance after Halloween and stock up on them to sell at Christmas time. Many costumes are reduced up to 75% after Halloween is over.

Click here to learn which costumes to sell and why.

Make Money on eBay Selling Walmart Items

Yes, you read that right. You're thinking, “Why would anyone buy stuff on eBay that you can just get at Walmart?" Good question. Click here for the answer.

Hot eBay Tip - Drugstore Item to Sell for BIG Profit

Here is another one - along the lines of the Aveeno Eczema Cream and the Polaroid Digital Camera. Another popular drugstore item is undergoing a packaging change and is not being restocked on store shelves. Get out there and grab what is left and sell it on eBay.

People are in a panic over this one. They are paying 3 times the retail price for it on eBay and you can make approximately $20-$25 profit per item that you sell - more if you list this item in a lot of several. Visit my eBay SAHMs Facebook Group and look on the Discussion Board for the HOT TIP post.

Like these tips? Want more? Just join my SAHMs eBay Group on Facebook and gets these alerts faster!

How to Get Walgreens Deals

I promised you an article about how to work the Walgreens system. (Remember the camera deal?) Walgreen’s drug store is full of bargains, rebates, rewards, and coupons, if you know where to look. Learn about all the different ways you can save money on every day products when shopping at Walgreens.

Click here to read the article and start getting free stuff this week!

How Many Times a Day Are You Asked This Question?

After I ship every item, this email is automatically sent (feel free to use it):

"Your order has been shipped from Atlanta, GA via USPS mail.

You should receive your order within 3 business days, however, due to internal USPS factors beyond our control, delivery can take up to 14 days. If you have not received your order within 14 business days of this email, please contact us.

If for any reason, you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us PRIOR to posting feedback and we will make arrangements with you for a refund, no questions asked. Our return policy is very straightforward, as we guarantee 100% satisfaction. We are committed to making each transaction a positive experience for every customer. Be sure to add us to your eBay favorites if you would like to receive email newsletters about our sales, special offers, and products.

Item title: {TITLE}
Total: {TOTAL$}

We ask that you leave feedback for us upon receipt of your order as we will do the same for you. Thank you again, it has been our pleasure doing business with you."

Either they don't read their emails, it goes to a bulk mail folder and they never see it, or they forget they read the information. I must receive 3 emails a day asking, "Have you shipped my item and when will I get it?"

Please, sellers, share with me - does this happen to you, and does it drive you crazy, too?

eShop Owner - Baby Products Giveaway

My other blog is getting jealous. The giveaway is over at eShop Owner this time. Visit this link to enter to win this collection of baby products.

Something Great - eBay Coach Recommendation

I keep talking about eHow. I have been submitting articles here and there on eHow for about a year and earn about $70 a month - not really knowing what I am doing. It is just another thing in addition to eBay, blogging, Google AdSense, product reviews, etc that can be done from home for extra income.

I participate in a writer's forum where I met a really sharp gal (she has a degree in English and worked as an editor),who has eHow all figured out. Yesterday, I bought her eBook about how to increase your eHow earnings. I am just as skeptical about eBooks as most people. In fact, I get emails daily from people asking me to offer their free eBay eBook to my readers - and rarely do this because their eBooks are usually a shell - just a glorified ad trying to get you to buy something else.

But, If you are interested in making some extra money, or learning how to effectively write for eHow, you will want to get her book. She writes alot like I do, giving real facts that you can use -not a bunch of vague verbiage that doesn't teach anything. I was very impressed with this information.

Maria's eBook contains very specific information about how to submit your articles to eHow for maximum exposure, maximum traffic, and maximum earnings. I'll be honest, I checked out her eBook page a few times before getting the book thinking, "Is this really worth $20? What is so complicated about eHow?" But she includes examples of her eHow earnings page and you can look at her articles for the proof that she knows what she is talking about. Last month (August) she made over $600 from her articles, most only taking about 15 minutes to write.

I think where so many writers go wrong is just slapping up any old article without knowing all the details about how the site works, how payment is calcualted, and what we topics we should be writing about. Maria has done the homework for us, has made mistakes that she shares, and the information is presented in an easy to read and understand format. I was very impressed and spent most of yesterday applying the information to my past articles to tweak them based on her tips.

If you are interested in making more money from home writing short "How-to" articles, you will want to check this out. You may be thinking, "I don't know how to do anything that anyone would want to read about." Not true. You can write about parenting, saving money, cleaning tips, cooking, medical conditions that you have had to deal with, pets, military experiences, relationships, anything. The possibilities are endless.

I wish I could offer this fantastic eBook for free to all my readers, but it isn't my information to give away. As an eBook writer myself, I respect the time and energy she put into creating this valuable resource. Don't waste any more time writing articles that won't be read - that you won't be paid for. Get her book here - it is absolutely $20 well spent. She is the real deal! Thanks so much Maria!

New SAHM eBay Seller Group on Facebook

I wanted to make everyone aware of the new Stay at Home Moms Selling on eBay Group on Facebook. (anyone can join, you don't have to be a SAHM.) The eBay Coach forum will gradually be phased out and I hope everyone will join the group to continue our networking and support system.

I received an email from Free Forums about some changes – changes that I am not happy with. The advertising banners have become rather sleazy and the forum seems to attract a large number of spammers and non-eBay sellers.

Many of us are on Facebook daily doing other things. I think we will have more participation using a Facebook group. The interface is easier for moderating posts, and to be honest, Facebook is the place to be. They recently reported passing the 100million user mark.

If you don’t have a Facebook account, don’t worry. You can create a profile in just a few minutes and it is free. Here are a few tips about how Facebook can help you grow your business, network, and find customers.

I hope this change will not inconvenience anyone, but this is definitely a change for the better! I look forward to seeing you on Facebook, and be sure to send me a friend request!