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Across the Fence:  Ebay changes  |
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Peanut
True Blue Farmgirl
603 Posts
Jennifer
Waverly
Virginia
USA
603 Posts |
 Posted - Feb 08 2008 : 06:08:11 AM
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Ebay is changing things so that only buyers may leave negative feedback. On one hand, this allows buyers to complain with no fear of retaliatory feedback. On the other, I have buyers who complain about the least little things - or complain about things specifically stated in the listing (that they didn't read carefully).
Also - the Final Value fees are going up.
I think this might be the end of me selling on Ebay. 
"What is a farm but a mute gospel?"
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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Beemoosie
True Blue Farmgirl
2077 Posts
Bonnie
New York
USA
2077 Posts |
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knewslady
True Blue Farmgirl
555 Posts
Kathy
Russellville
KY
USA
555 Posts |
Posted - Feb 08 2008 : 4:57:42 PM
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Can you believe how much those final value fees are going up? I sell quite a few books on there, but I am like you, it may not be worth it any more.
Will always be a farmgirl at heart
Visit my online shop at http://KentuckyBackwoods.etsy.com
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9403 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9403 Posts |
Posted - Feb 08 2008 : 6:19:13 PM
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I just found out that you can't stipulate anything about paying with paypal. It has to be by credit card. They used to let you sell and say that you would accept non credit card paypal but not anymore. So I won't be selling that way because paypal takes a fee for credit card purchases. The fees have just gotten to much for me.
farmgirl sister #43
Kind hearts are gardens
Kind thoughts are roots
Kind words are blossoms
Kind deeds are Fruits
www.torismimi.blogspot.com
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PlumCreekMama
True Blue Farmgirl
730 Posts
Heather
Iowa
USA
730 Posts |
Posted - Feb 08 2008 : 6:36:39 PM
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| Yeah, somebody's getting very greedy! I'm about to give up on ebay too. |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
3659 Posts |
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Rebekka Mae
True Blue Farmgirl
965 Posts
Rebekka
Moscow
ID
USA
965 Posts |
Posted - Feb 08 2008 : 7:42:59 PM
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I am so turned off by ebay and so in LOVE with etsy!!! It is so much easier to list items that are handcrafted or vintage and the customers are FABULOUS;) You BOTH leave feedback and people are very good about it, ebay's feedback is so convoluted now that I don't even try. By the way Peanut, your sling is on it's way...
Rebekka
www.bebebella.etsy.com
As a woman I have no country. As a woman, my country is the whole world.
Virginia Woolf |
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Peanut
True Blue Farmgirl
603 Posts
Jennifer
Waverly
Virginia
USA
603 Posts |
Posted - Feb 09 2008 : 1:32:01 PM
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I received my sling yesterday!! It's so beautiful. I wish it fit now, but my belly is a bit big (not two mention those two huge melons on top!) - I'm sure it will be perfect after the baby is born.
Thanks so much, Rebekka!!
"What is a farm but a mute gospel?"
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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Rebekka Mae
True Blue Farmgirl
965 Posts
Rebekka
Moscow
ID
USA
965 Posts |
Posted - Feb 09 2008 : 4:10:45 PM
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Jennifer,
I am sure it will fit you like a glove! If not don't be shy, I have two more yards of that fabric tucked away and I aim to please;)
Love, Rebekka
www.bebebella.etsy.com
As a woman I have no country. As a woman, my country is the whole world.
Virginia Woolf |
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italianchildhood
True Blue Farmgirl
172 Posts
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Posted - Feb 11 2008 : 03:50:32 AM
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I also am miffed/perturbed that they are being sneaky about explaining their changes, so that the fees that they are dropping (ever so slightly) they are making a big deal about, but the increases in final value fees, which are huge, they are calling an adjustment. Why can't they just tell it like it is? I sent them a note and they sent me back a boilerplate answer. Ugh.
Final Value Fees are the commission on the final selling price that eBay charges to the sellers. For the first $25, the fees are going up from 5.25% to 8.75%--huge increase.
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farmgirl blessings
True Blue Farmgirl
777 Posts
Lea
TN
777 Posts |
Posted - Feb 12 2008 : 3:34:34 PM
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The buzz is that a bunch of artists who have been selling at eBay are moving their businesses to etsy. Good news for those at etsy who already have existing shops especially when new businesses bring their existing customer base with them.
Blessings, Lea
www.farmhouseblessings.blogspot.com
www.farmhouseblessings.etsy.com
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 05:54:40 AM
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That IS a huge increase. And both the buyer and the seller should be able to express opinions about a transaction. Why are they muzzling sellers? I study everyone's comments when I'm looking at an item and checking out feedback. I can learn a lot from both sets of comments. This is sad about ebay. I've been cheated twice in about 150 transactions, and the good dealers outweighed the bad just way over the moon. I've dealt with wonderful people on ebay. Darn. Can you sell anything on etsy, or handmade items only?
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
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Peanut
True Blue Farmgirl
603 Posts
Jennifer
Waverly
Virginia
USA
603 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 06:29:35 AM
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I wondered about that too Janice. I sell cotton bolls from the field on Ebay - can I do that on Etsy?
"What is a farm but a mute gospel?"
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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knewslady
True Blue Farmgirl
555 Posts
Kathy
Russellville
KY
USA
555 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 06:42:34 AM
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Did I read somewhere about a boycot of Ebay sometime in February. If anyone knows about this would you let me know.
My advice Janice and Jennifer is to go to Etsy and view the different categories. I know there is a Vintage que, but you may have to ask administration about certain products. That wasn't a lot of help was it? Anyway, if anyone knows about the boycot I would like to know.
Will always be a farmgirl at heart
Visit my online shop at http://KentuckyBackwoods.etsy.com
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 07:05:24 AM
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I'd like to know about the boycott, too. I'll make sure to stay off if there is one.
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
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farmgirl blessings
True Blue Farmgirl
777 Posts
Lea
TN
777 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 10:52:54 AM
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The boycott of eBay will commence the week of February 18th. Those of us participating have chosen to neither buy nor sell during that time. It is a way for a lot of smaller sellers to band together and have a large voice. Join us!
Blessings, Lea
www.farmhouseblessings.blogspot.com
www.farmhouseblessings.etsy.com
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"He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose." Jim Elliot |
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 11:15:00 AM
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Okay, Lea. I'm off as of next Monday. Does it run for a week? or longer?
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
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abbasgurl
True Blue Farmgirl
1262 Posts
Rhonda
USA
1262 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 11:33:24 AM
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You can sell in three categories on Etsy. Handmade, Vintage (over 20 years old) and supplies (handmade or commercial). The ebay boycott runs from Feb 18-25.
I will sing at the top of my lungs, and I will dance even if I'm the only one...
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Edited by - abbasgurl on Feb 13 2008 11:34:01 AM |
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 11:39:51 AM
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Thanks, Rhonda. For all that information!
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
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abbasgurl
True Blue Farmgirl
1262 Posts
Rhonda
USA
1262 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 11:58:36 AM
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According to what I have been reading...There is a new CEO and he is making some changes as far as the image of ebay goes. He feels that ebay is negatively perceived as a "big flea market". Many sellers have left over the past few years because of fee increases, which obviously results in less income for the company. The stock is dropping in value and their profit margin was only 2% in 2007. Statistically, 60% of items listed there do not sell. By lowering LISTING fees they are saying they will "give sellers a break", but by upping fees on SOLD items, they get a bigger chunk of the pie. I think it's basically their way to recoup losses over the past few years.
TMI? Told you girls I do my homework! LOL 
Rhonda
I will sing at the top of my lungs, and I will dance even if I'm the only one...
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Miss Bee Haven
True Blue Farmgirl
4331 Posts
Janice
Louisville/Irvington
Kentucky
USA
4331 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 12:10:08 PM
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Thanks to Rhonda, Girl Reporter! :D I salute you!
Farmgirl Sister #50
"If you think you've got it nailed down, then what's all that around it?"
'Br.Dave Gardner' |
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farmgirl blessings
True Blue Farmgirl
777 Posts
Lea
TN
777 Posts |
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
2087 Posts
Bridget
Ligonier
pa
USA
2087 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 1:01:50 PM
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Thank you Rhonda, I'd rather be informed:) hm I noticed they tend to advertise more on tv too. I liked it when it was newer and I still love the feel of etsy, though I have trouble going through all the stuff in a category :-p lil overwhelming for my ADD like tendency.
**~~Farmgirl Sister #60~~**
"... to thine ownself be true."
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knewslady
True Blue Farmgirl
555 Posts
Kathy
Russellville
KY
USA
555 Posts |
Posted - Feb 13 2008 : 1:34:54 PM
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Thanks Rhonda, I will definitely join this boycott because I think that much of a jump in fees is absolutely rediculous.
Will always be a farmgirl at heart
Visit my online shop at http://KentuckyBackwoods.etsy.com
My blog: KentuckyBackwoods.blogspot.com |
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