Don't Get Burned On eBay (2006)

Organization of This Book

This book is sometimes aimed at buyers and sometimes at sellers. Here's a brief overview of what's in the book:


Chapter 1, Don't Get Burned on Bidding
This chapter gives you information about common bidding and communication errors, shill bidding, and bid histories.


Chapter 2, Don't Get Burned on Payment
Chapter 2 walks you through PayPal's rules, Unpaid Item Disputes, money orders, and Western Union wire transfers.


Chapter 3, Don't Get Burned on Packaging
This chapter talks about inadequate packaging (what packages to use, what not to use), and gives tips for where to find materials and when to use local pick-up.


Chapter 4, Don't Get Burned on Shipping
In Chapter 4, learn about major U.S. shippers, international shipments, insurance, and customs.


Chapter 5, Don't Get Burned by Other eBayers
Read about feedback, eBay's Seller Preferences, counterfeits, and selling for others.


Chapter 6, Don't Get Burned by Scammers
Chapter 6 provides information about phishing, account take-overs, identity theft, escrow scams, and buyer scams.

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