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Hi World, It's been a while and I've been busy, but I answered a post today and though I'd share what I had to say.

The question was "How do i sell without it costing me lots of money? I have items that did not sell. Could anyone give me good ideas?"

My answer could go on forever but Here is what I had to say:

Not knowing what you have, my suggestions would be: If they are unique, I'd pay for a eBay store (14.95 I think) and 3 cents an ad is not bad while waiting for that unique buyer..they will find you in searches and you can capitalize on auctions once in a while when eBay has a listing special. Also you can get a free website (there are many to be found) and sell there, use paypal, they are not as hard as you may think but do take time. The flea market or a yard sale, depending on your items may rid you of some items quick. I did notice you are costing yourself money by not adding in shipping and handling. Boxes, packing material, the sheet of paper for an invoice, tape, ink, your time, etc all cost something. I could say more but I am no expert either. The one thing I have learned is - It takes time, practice, and continual learning and improving on techniques, Just be true in what you believe in and treat your customers right. You have made a good start, don't get discouraged!

In this world of instant gratification - somethings just take time. There are many sayings from the past that are just as true today:

"Good things come to those that wait"

"Patience and perserverance will prevail"

Til Next time

Sandy

Mama's Attic

Working Full Time

I have to say those that say you can work a few hours a week and make a lot of money are either lucky or blessed. I have a full time job and then I have my website(s). I now have 2 full time jobs plus a house and family! One day I guess it will all pay off (if I live long enough) but all I can say is "Gee I'm tired". I need more hours in my day!

I won't get discouraged because I still get a thrill when I succeed in making a sale or find out I must have done something right to have people visit my site! So I will keep plugging away and wait for the day it all comes together.

My biggest advise is, If it sound to good to be true.....It probably will make someone else money!

Just venting,
Til next time,
Sandy

Shopping Cart Problems

It has been reported several times that some of you are having problems with the shopping carts.

I have 3 different shopping carts, if you could tell me what you were doing or what you were ordering when you were having problems I could help you more.

Here are some Known Issues:

1 If you were in the Bargains store - You must use Internet Explorer.

2 If you were in the Silver Crosses - no known at this time.

3 If you were in the Full Silver Store - no known issues.

Be sure to check your blockers, firewalls, and cookies. Some of these will block Java and other internet functions.

Til Next Time
Sandy
Mama's Attic

Just Starting Out

I have never blogged. I am not much of a writer. I do how-ever have opinions and events in my life which I can share with anyone interested.

Topics of this blog will range from:

• Experiences building an eBay and website business. Much of which I am still learning.
• People who's opinions and soultions I trust.
• Sites that I have found valuable information on.
• My general opinions on anything that has me wound up for the day.
• Advice that may be helpful.
• Things to ponder.

This blog could go anywhere.

That's it for today.

Sandy
Mama's Attic