If you dream of opening an online store, chances are you’ve envisioned what you’ll sell. But even if you’ve always wanted to run a widget shop, you need to think long and hard about whether or not widgets will sell! If buyers don’t want what you’re offering, no amount of marketing, online buzz or discounts […]
Selling Internationally with the eBay Global Shipping Program
September 9, 2013 by
As an eBay seller, you have access to customers across the entire globe. And eBay’s statistics show that selling to international buyers can be an easy way to grow your sales. But since selling internationally involves customs, tariffs and taxes – all items that can seem complex, many sellers do not open their listings up […]
Shipping Label Options: Plain Paper vs. Adhesive Labels vs. Thermal Printer
August 27, 2013 by
As an e-commerce seller, whether you’re selling on a marketplace like Amazon, eBay, Etsy or via your own website, you’re bound to be shipping packages to your customers. And each package will need to include a shipping label. So, what’s the best way to print labels for the merchandise you’re shipping to your customers? Preferences […]
How to Speak Your Customer’s Language – Developing a Niche
August 23, 2013 by
Top Rated Seller Webinars is a monthly webinar series helps eBay sellers grow sales and become more successful. Presenters include eBay staff, e-commerce experts and application companies. Are you a seller who has been selling anything and everything? Or have a niche but the market has run dry as to it’s profitability? Join us to […]
eBay’s 2013 Fall Seller Update
August 12, 2013 by
Every spring and fall, eBay announces updates that impact sellers’ practices. With the Fall Seller Release imminent, here’s a glance at what you can expect to change. Expanded Feedback Removal eBay’s Feedback Removal Policy will be adjusted worldwide for feedback left on or after July 31. As a seller on eBay, you will now have […]
PayPal: The Basics of Collecting Payments for E-Commerce Sales
August 6, 2013 by
One of the most popular online payment processors today, PayPal provides a simple and hassle-free method for online retailers to accept payments from customers globally, without having to pay any set-up fees or enter into contract agreements. PayPal Basics: What Type of Services Can You Expect For Your Business At its core, PayPal opens up […]
USPS July 2013 Updates
July 29, 2013 by
These may be the lazy days of summer, but don’t fall asleep on the job when it comes to your e-commerce business. With several operational changes – though no postage rate increases, make sure you’ve reviewed the latest USPS product and service updates. Here’s a quick overview of these updates. Express Mail Name Changes: Express […]
Choosing A PayPal Payment Solution For Your Business
July 22, 2013 by
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 […]