There are many advantages of using PayPal as a payment processor for your online business, including the ability to access funds quickly, keeping credit card merchant costs under control, providing an optimal customer experience, fraud protection, & more. Moreover, PayPal offers three business plans that online retailers can choose from, depending on the features they […]
Carrier Guidelines for Shipping Alcohol and Tobacco
July 16, 2013 by
Several shipping carriers, including the USPS impose restrictions on items such as alcoholic beverages and tobacco. That being said, there are certain exceptions and online retailers can utilize a few different methods to ship these restricted items to their customers legally. Read on to learn more. Shipping Alcohol and Tobacco with the USPS Due to […]
Using PayPal Shipping To Ship Items Not Sold On eBay
July 8, 2013 by
If you sell on eBay, you already know how convenient it is to accept PayPal payments and use PayPal Shipping to print labels and ship your items. However, what happens if you sell on Amazon or other sites that don’t accept PayPal payments? Luckily for small business owners, it is fairly simple to print a […]
International Carrier Shipping Options
July 1, 2013 by
You’re already aware that shipping isn’t one-size-fits-all … but did you know that applies to your international carrier as well as packaging? Carrier offerings — from pricing to supplies to transit time — vary widely, but the good news is there’s almost certainly an option for every international shipment you send. It’s possible you can […]
Shipping Perfume With The USPS
June 25, 2013 by
While you may be able to sell perfume online easily, shipping it to its destination through the U.S. Postal Service may turn out to be a tricky proposition. Perfumes, colognes and fragrances are typically manufactured by combining aromatic oils with alcohol. When exposed to changes in temperature or atmospheric pressure, the alcoholic components can become […]
“Return to Sender?” What You Need to Know About International Returns
June 17, 2013 by
You want your customers to love what you sell. But what happens if your product is damaged during shipping or the buyer has second thoughts on the purchase and wants to make a return – and that buyer happens to be in a different country? Processing international returns can be time-consuming and costly, so it’s […]
Packing Tips for International Shipments
June 10, 2013 by
When shipping internationally, your packages require a little more care than if they were being shipped domestically, within the U.S. Remember, your package will be handled not only by your U.S. carrier, but also by your host country’s carrier, and handling facilities that aren’t always as sophisticated or regulated as they are here in the […]
Is Plastic Or Paper Shipping Tape The Right Choice For Your Business?
June 3, 2013 by
Paper or plastic? It’s not just a question heard at your local grocery store! If you ship frequently, whether you’re an online retailer or simply selling household items on eBay, choosing the right shipping tape is important. The two most common types are plastic shipping tape and paper shipping tape. Learn about the benefits of […]
Understanding The USPS Shipping Zones
May 27, 2013 by
Understanding what the different USPS shipping zones mean is vital, especially if you ship frequently. The shipping zones map is a good place to start. At first glance, the shipping zones map can be confusing, so here’s a quick guide to understanding how USPS shipping zones work. How Do The USPS Zones Work? Postal zones […]
eBay Seller Meetup Groups: How They Can Help Your e-Business
May 20, 2013 by
If you’ve been selling on eBay for a while, you know that each step from taking photographs of your products to listing them correctly on the site to shipping comes with its own set of challenges. Have you ever wondered how other sellers fare with these issues? Meeting face-to-face with other eBay sellers who deal […]
