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We know some of you are experts at Auctions
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Here are some we've already got together!
- Make sure the price you put in is the one you mean - if its pence
only (and we've won items on ebay for less than £1) make sure
you put in 0.00 format - so 60p is 0.60 NOT 60 - you could end up bidding
on something for more than you wanted.
Check the seller's reputationMost auction sites post feedback ratings of the sellers based on comments by other buyers. Ask questions before you bid e.g. what is the returns policy? A good seller will always welcome enquiries.
Do your homework
Check the description, type of model and retail price of the goods. Be wary: if the price is too good to be true, it usually is. If it's a collectable item take steps to confirm that the item is authentic.
Before you bid, find out what form of payment the seller will accept
If it's only cheques or money orders, decide whether you are willing to take the risk of sending your payment before you receive the product. Some sites may offer an online escrow service - which holds money until goods are delivered.
Before you submit a price think carefully
Know how much you are willing to pay, stick to it, and think whether you are getting value for money. Once a price is accepted you will be expected to honour the contract.
Read and understand Terms and Conditions
Is postage included with the costs? How will the goods be posted? Do you need extra insurance? Is the seller based in the UK? If not what action can you take if things go wrong?
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