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eBay Restricting use of outdated Internet Security Protocol
Hi eBay Members, eBay has decided to restrict the use of outdated Internet Security Protocol, SSL 3.0, because we have determined that it does not meet our standards. As such, some Turbo Lister users could see some connectivity issues. For more infor...
Holiday Returns available in Turbo Lister
Hi Turbo Lister Users, The option to apply Holiday Returns in Turbo Lister is now available in the Beta version of the program. When deciding whether or not to be a Beta user, please keep in mind that the beta versions aren't free of bugs, nor are th...
Recent Issues w/Turbo Lister Sign In
Hi Turbo Lister Users, A recent Windows update has caused some programs, including Turbo Lister, to crash. To sign-in to Turbo Lister before the improved Windows update is released, please follow these steps: Open Internet Explorer Open the Tools men...
Postal Strike???
Our letter carrier said this morning that there is talk of a possible postal strike. She is hoping that is not the case as she can't afford to be off work. Has anyone else heard anything about this?
Store icon....
Just out of curiosity, has anyone noticed the red store icon showing up under format in their Sold items? I just noticed it last night but not all of the FP listings show the store icon. The others show either the auction symbol or the other black & ...
Our 13th Ebay Birthday is Saturday!!!
Is pleased to say tomorrow is our 13th Birthday on Ebay. We've had wonderful experiences, great customers, great Ebay discussion forum friends, and I can proudly say 100 % feedback and the highest DSR ratings since they have come out!
Cap on Internet Usage...
I heard on the radio last week and read an article in tonight's newspaper about the CRTC ruling to allow a cap on internet usage. I am technically challenged when it comes to gigabytes, etc. Could someone please enlighten me on what exactly this will...
Don't know how to do something? Ask eBay seller
Hello, i am looking to build a pair of very bright off road lights for my quad. I am looking to put as many led lights in the housing as i can fit. My question to you is: can i hook these led lights directly to the power source (12 volts) or do i nee...
Where are they now?
Having been around here myself for a while, I got to wondering whatever happened to some of the regular (and colourful) contributors to this board from days gone by. Anyone remember: Whoscloset (Monique) - very helpful, mad HTML/design skills thebidw...
1867 Feedback!
Yippee! Made it 1867 feedback! We are a fifth generation building supply and hardware retailer founded in 1867, the same year as confederation. This is our 144th year of business.
NO SALES
Hello everyone, I know this is not a busy time of year for sales, but I have had none all week and that`s very unusual for me, has anyone else exerienced this? not trying to be a downer just wondering. Red:|
Site Preference Changed on its own?
When checking my Sold items today I noticed that eBay had a note beneath one of them stating that payment had not been recorded and that an UID would be opened after 16 days according to my Preferences. Interesting because I had never allowed them to...
Completely OT....but do need help!
Hi All, Back in 2002/2003 our oldest daughter, Jamie, developed a website for the group of families that adopted from China at the same time we did through Children's Bridge. It was a beautiful website and all of the families quite enjoyed it. This i...
GOOGLE Question
Hi All, Over the past several weeks, perhaps a bit longer, I've noticed that SEARCH WITHIN RESULTS is no longer an option when using Google. Am I missing something? I am so used to being able to put in a broad search and then narrowing it down with t...
OT: Emi - 2011 Saskatchewan STARSkate Figure Skating Championships
Hi All, We've been away since last Thursday to Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan. Our 8 year old daughter, Emi, competed at the 2011 Saskatchewan STARSkate Figure Skating Championships this past weekend in the 10 & Under Preliminary Women's FreeSkate categor...
MAJOR EBAY ANNOUNCEMENT NEXT WEEK
Hello everyone, I receive a newsletter from Skip Mcgrath every month, he decided to hold off until next week to send his newsletter as he heard from someone at ebay that there is going to be some major announcements next week, has anyone heard of any...
Well, it was fun while it lasted...
Yup, the day has cometh... I am restricted from selling on eBay, with 50+ listings pulled. My seller performance is below acceptable levels, it seems. Seems like one Neutral feedback (Item as described) with corresponding low DSRs was enough to send ...
Reshippers from US to Canada
Can anyone recommend a reposting service from US to Canada. I seem to be encountering more and more sellers who do not ship to Canada. The items I collect are small and might also be interested in consolidating small packets. Any experiences? or sugg...
Please, need help with taxes
Hi, I am soooo lost... Need some help. I am in Quebec, just got registered with Revenue for GST and QST and now not sure how much to charge my buyers. Do I charge all canadians GST and all buyers from Quebec QST on top of that? Do I have to charge PS...
What happened to the free media listings?
I haven't listed much since Christmas. I went to list a bunch of DVD's and now it's back to charging me 5 cents. I thought if you listed with the catalog information the insertion fee was waved for the DVD category. Was it just a short lived promotio...
Neutral Feedback due to delivery service time at Christmas
Just received Neutral feedback from a customer due to their statement,' Express delivery, 5 days before Christmas, Received in 7 days '. So after having a good laugh I have emailed the customer for a more elaborate explanation for this Neutral Feedba...
VACATION OVER - BACK TO REALITY!
Ok, so we're back from an unbelievably great time in Riu Ochos Rios Jamaica! We could not have dreamed of a more perfect vacation....everything, including the food, the resort, our room, the pools, the ocean, the people and the sunshine were just stu...
Here it is folks - the post everyone has been waiting for
How to Make Money on eBay Early December a buyer purchases a $6.95 ($22.95 retail) dog book listed as a new remaindered copy with remainder mark. Total purchase w/shipping $10.94. Buyer receives book, emails his absolute distress to find that it is n...
Canadapost shipping rate is up AGAIN TODAY (2011-JAN-17)
Found Canadapost raise rate again when I print shipping label to a repeat buyer on same item. Tried Fedex before and it's more expensive than Canadapost (My package is less than 1KG most of time). Is there any alternative other than using Canadapost ...
Small Packet Surface to U.S. same delivery time guideline as Interantional?
I sent a small packet SURFACE mail package to California on November 17th. It still hasn't arrived 45 days later. (customer just contacted me). Canada Post has told me that I cannot file a claim until January 30th ... the exact same timeframe for cla...
New letter prices using 3 stamp types
We use the most O/S letter in Canada, so I made a new schedule with minimum number of stamp types to stock: Required stamps: $0.59, $1.03, $1.25 Regular letter: $0.59 O/S letter < 100g: $1.25 O/S letter < 200g: $2.06 (2x $1.03 = $2.06) O/S letter < 3...
Buyer leaving negatives because she lost her job!
I am a victim of this. Take a look at my user ID (ecgt) and follow the negative. This buyer is leaving negatives for sellers who did not let her out of transactions because she lost her job. Buyer has left a string of unfair negatives for sellers all...
multi listing violation
Happy Holidays Everyone... Ive been listing golf shirts etc on Ebay for about 8 years now and try and list about 50 or more per week.I use Auctiva.The other day I had a listing pulled for multi listing.I have no idea how that happenned as I certainly...
Time for the Best DSR!
Alrighty then...finally time for the best dsr this winter...leaving for Jamaica tomorrow, the eBay stores are on vacation mode, and I can't wait to get me some Drinks, Sun & Relaxation! Oh yeah, we'll be jammin' mon!!! Cheers, AXEB-)
Silly Buyer Question for the Day Add your buyer Questions & Comments
I do not recall seeing anything like this listed here before. I thought I would start a string of brilliant buyer requests and comments that everyone can contribute. Feel free to add your great buyer questions or comments. Here is a question I reciev...
Ebay needs to do something in regards to return policies once and for all.
The last two disputes opened on us were from one customer who wanted to return an item after a month of having it and the other had the item for almost two months. We sell used clothing. I completely understand and agree with the fact that ebay requi...
Challenge: Double your Sales in 3 Months
Challenge will start on December 1 and ends on February 28 and sales will be self-compared with same period last year and everyone will do self-evaluation. Anyone willing to join the challenge, send me a PM. You are expected to bust your butt to meet...
No rhyme or reason!!
Earlier this month I tried to list a pill box and received the following message. Attention Sellers: Important message We're sorry for the inconvenience, but in order to maintain a safe trading environment, there's a limit on the number of times indi...
