Laura Fisher Kaiser & Michael Kaiser 
Official eBay Guide to Buying, Selling, and Collecting Just About Anything 

HAPPY HUNTING ON e Bay Aunt Fannie’s cameo pin collection…the cartoon-character lunch boxes you had in third grade…that cast-iron doorstop you bought for $2 but is really worth $200….Whether you’re a busy buyer, an avid seller, or just a fun-loving browser, you’ll find countless collectibles like these on e Bay, the world’s largest person-to-person online trading community.Now — in this official primer from the popular Internet site that has revolutionized the collecting world — the experts at e Bay unlock the secrets of successful online buying and selling, for everyone from the enthusiastic beginner to the seasoned pro. Featuring an introduction by Pierre Omidyar, e Bay’s founder and chairman, and packed with tips and stories from "e Baysians" all over the country, The Official e Bay Guide is the only authorized book that shows you how to* BUY SMART — unraveling the mystery of value, bidding to win, and learning how to spot the really good stuff* BE A SAVVY SELLER — from writing the perfect item listing to collecting payments from your happy customers* LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS — top e Baysians, Ambassadors, Power Sellers, and e Bay employees lend advice and share secrets for success* FIND THE GREAT STUFF — how to work garage sales, flea markets, tag sales, estate sales, and even the other kind of auction Packed with invaluable resources, information, and practical tips, The Official e Bay Guide also features entertaining stories about the millions of people who make up the e Bay community. It’s your must-have companion for mastering the art of buying and selling an astounding range of collectibles and items, from the practical to the whimsical.