I've been selling my videogames on ebay for like 10 years now but this past year it's really gone to s***.
I've had 4-5 non payers, and a lot of people who pay via echeck that had their echecks bounce.
To top it off, one of these dead beat scammers sent me a threatening email asking why I cancelled his auction win. He said to wait until he got the money in the bank. I had been waiting for almost 30 days! The money in the bank he owed me was just $20! If your having trouble getting $20 f***in dollars in your bank account, then I think your priorities should be food, clothing, shelter over buying a god damn video game.
Also, ebay changed their policy for 1-3 day sales. They charge a fee now for them : $1. Ya it doesn't sound like much but if you sell a lot it adds up. And I always do a 1 day auction since I know it'll sell fast and I can ship it out fast - a good option for our fast paced society.
Now I'm considering Amazon. Has anyone sold on Amazon and what are your experiences? Especially vs Ebay?
And best buy trade in isn't an option for me. They fingerpint you here for trading in games.
Selling Games : Ebay or Amazon
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Re: Selling Games : Ebay or Amazon
eBay is simple...price it competitively and ONLY allow BUY IT NOW w/ immediate payment required. Yes, you'll miss out on a few bucks here and there but by requiring immediate payment, they do not have a choice and they must pay instantly before ending the auction. Problem solved.
Re: Selling Games : Ebay or Amazon
I've sold on Amazon. Buyer pays Amazon directly and Amazon sends me an email notification to ship item. After I confirm shipment, Amazon transfers funds, minus their fee into my bank account.
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Re: Selling Games : Ebay or Amazon
I've used Glyde.com with NO issues. Sold over $1k.