Chapter 8
Winner! Winner! Chicken Dinner?
In This Chapter
Getting yourself organized
Having some straight talk with the seller
Ironing out the details and sending your payment
Dealing with an item that arrives “not as expected”
Finishing the transaction with feedback
Perhaps there’s no chicken dinner, but the thrill of the chase is over, and you’ve bought your first eBay item. Congratulations — now what do you do? You have to follow up on your victory and keep a sharp eye on what you’re doing. In this chapter, you can get a handle on what’s in store for you after you buy your item. I clue you in on what the seller is supposed to do to make the transaction go smoothly and show you how to grab hold of your responsibilities as a buyer. I give you info here about following proper post-auction etiquette, including the best way to get organized, communicate with the seller professionally, and send your payment without hazards. I also brief you on how to handle an imperfect transaction. ...
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