Top Tips on How To Get the Best Deals on eBay

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If you’re looking to buy something online, eBay is one of the best places to go.

With thousands of new items being listed on the site every day, you’re sure to find something cool that you wouldn’t be able to find in stores near you.

However, if you’re not careful, it can also be one of the most expensive places to shop as well, especially if you don’t know how to save money on your purchases from this site.

Here are some tips on how to get deals on eBay purchases, no matter what you’re shopping for.

How to Search for Great Deals

Looking for a specific product? Make sure you highlight and underline relevant keywords in your search.

For example, if you're looking for an antique armoire, type in 'antique armoire' and then include those same words in your search queries to narrow down your results.

Narrowing down your searches will help you find more precise items at better prices.

Instead of just seeing armoires, you'll see furniture from different periods so that you can make an informed decision about which style of antique furniture to buy.

Find discount codes

Discount codes are a great way to save money when shopping online.

You can usually find eBay discount codes through different stores and your favorite retailer’s website.

To use a voucher code, you just need to log in and add it during checkout.

Some sellers also offer promotional codes that you can enter before checking out.

If you shop frequently on eBay, it’s a good idea to subscribe to their newsletter. They often send out deals and discount codes which will allow you to get items for less than full price.

However, there is a catch: these offers aren’t available unless they have already sold at least one item at full price so make sure not to miss them.

Make Multiple Bids

If you buy something from an overseas seller, ask about shipping options. You may not have to pay for your item in full when it arrives.

The seller might only ask for a small deposit and then send you a partial payment request upon successful delivery. This is especially common when you’re buying an expensive item that can’t be shipped via air, such as furniture or artwork.

Use eBay Savings Tools

There are several tools that you can use to make sure you’re getting a good deal.

There’s eBay Pulse, which tells you what products are trending at different prices; an option to search completed listings, which gives you a sense of price history; and even an estimate of your item’s final value so that you can avoid overpricing yourself

Always be aware of shipping costs before committing to purchase. Getting better acquainted with your seller is always a good idea, as they will tell you if they have any promotions going or upcoming sales events where their items might sell better.

Consider Buy It Now Options

Many scammers and thieves use eBay to make money. If a deal looks too good to be true, then it probably is.

Be wary of other common scams including non-paying bidders, counterfeit items, and unauthorized sellers trying to collect payment without sending an item.

Always check a seller’s feedback rating before making any purchases on eBay—and pay attention to negative comments.

If you think something is fishy, just walk away - don’t purchase anything from that seller. Remember: no deal is ever so good that it’s worth risking your money.

Beware of Rebates and Similar Offers

Before you buy anything on eBay, you should be sure to read through all of a seller’s feedback.

Good sellers will tell you what they describe as their strengths and weaknesses.

It’s also important to look at their return policy: some good sellers have policies that allow buyers to make returns or exchanges.

These are great details to know before buying from an unfamiliar seller.

Read Seller Feedback

If you want to get an idea of what you’re getting into before you buy a product, take a look at its seller feedback.

This will tell you how trustworthy that particular seller is. If there are any complaints about delivery or quality, it might be worth looking elsewhere.

Reading and following a few simple rules can save you some major headaches in the future.

Always check that purchases arrive in perfect condition and on time. If they don’t (and it happens more often than not), don’t hesitate to contact customer support right away and file a dispute, even if it’s for just £5-10 worth of goods.

Set Up Alerts

First, spend some time browsing through completed listings to see what's popular and how much people are willing to pay for it.

Check auction types, including Buy It Now, auction, and fixed price listings. Keep a running list of items you like but don't buy anything yet.

You can set alerts on your favorite auctions; they will send you an email when new similar items come up for sale.

You can also set up a user ID and password with eBay so that items end immediately if someone else bids or your max bid is outbid—this way you always know exactly where you stand with any given auction before you decide to keep bidding or let it go.

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