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Buyer Protection, Pokémon Day, VAT invoices & other launches landing this February
As we wave goodbye to January, I wanted to update you on exciting changes coming in February.
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Update regarding “Urgent - VAT action” email
On 17-19 February, some sellers received an email asking them to update their UK Value Added Tax (VAT) registration on eBay or potentially be restricted from selling. This email was sent in error. Rest assured, this does not affect your ability to se...
Is it me or are Final Value Fees still payable for private sales on ebay?
I've had a guitar amp on ebay.co.uk for a few months (auto renewal) and someone has made a low offer. I might accept it if I don't pay any fees on the sale but I can't find a definitive answer as to what I will pay? Here's what I've found on ebay but...
Resolved! Buying demanding
Hello, I sold an item which i posted on monday by 2nd class, I always get proof of posting, now today the buyer as bombarded me with messages demanding to know where his item is, i explained to him when i posted it he as told me he his going to repor...
In Order View - ratings removed?
Noticed that Ebay has removed the buyers rating from order view If we notice an order with a low rating we always give them a quick check to see if potential fradulant But you cannot see their ratings now, you have to click on their username to see w...
Resolved! Bidder withdrawing a bid on item still active
Someone has bid on 2 of my items, but just withdrawn one bid. I no longer wish to do business with them, as they have 199 bid retractions in last 12 months. However, they are the only bidder on the other item.Advice please.... is it better for me to ...
Research is showing some prices in US dollars
I regularly use the Research facility to check on past prices acheived and current prices sought. For about a week, past prices have shown in pounds sterling as normal, but current listings are showing in US dollars! Not the end of the world, but rat...
Message display....
The message display switched to new format automatically (again).I was able to switch it back a while ago but can't see the option at the moment. Any help please ??
Spy cameras can't be sold?
Going through a box of junk I'm listing I found a little USB charger. I've got loads of chargers already, so time to list it. Except that a bit of googling showed there's more to it, there's a removable front cover, behind which is a tiny camera and ...
150 positive feedbacks for not paying!
Just had a non payer that I blocked. Thought I would have a quick look at their feedback!! Of 160 feedbacks, 148 are positive but saying they are a non-payer. And no, I am not leaving her feedback.
Resolved! would you sell £500 item to someone with zero feedback who joined ebay today
would you sell £500 item to someone with zero feedback who joined ebay today?Ebay always favours the buyer, so I'm very concerned to send the item?What are your thoughts please and thank you.
Another seller using my photos to sell their goods and ebay saying it's ok
I reported to ebay another sellers listing as a potential buyer contacted me saying they were confused as they'd seen a similar item beiing advertised for sale that used exactly the same photos as i'd used on my listing which including personal thing...
The Death of Auctions?
Has anyone seen this gem to come soon in the summer update to affect auctions (my bold italics): Reducing unpaid itemsPlacing a bidAdditionally, buyers on select auctions will be required to set up a preferred payment method and postal address before...
Your item was sent "untracked"
Anyone noticed how eBay are now pointing out to buyers which of their items were sent untracked? So helpful eBay..... Of course this won't increase cases for INR will it....
Resolved! Buyer changed parcel to collection
Hi all, I sent a parcel a few days ago. I used the eBay QR code drop off to send to the buyers address on file like I alsways do. I've noticed the buyer has changed the delivery to collection from a post office. The parcel says ready for collection w...
What has happened to Door to Door delivery since ebay has had its new facelift?
I went to sell something bulky tonight that i usually would use the door to door service for because i dont deibe and the driver does ao makes sense. But nowhere could i see the option anymore? Has anybody got any idea if its been took away? And is i...
Resolved! New seller - items not showing up for sale?
Hi, I'm pretty new to the site having just made an account last week, I put up my first items for sale last night but only my first has gone through and is actually being displayed, this happened almost instantly, but if I try to search for the rest ...
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