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eBay Restricting use of outdated Internet Security Protocol

Hi eBay Members, eBay has decided to restrict the use of outdated Internet Security Protocol, SSL 3.0, because we have determined that it does not meet our standards.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...

CANADA POST MONEY GRAB IS BACK IN EFFECT

CANADA POST IS IMPLEMENTING THE RATE CHANGES TO THEIR SMALL PACKET RATE OR OVERSIZED ENVELOPE RATE ON AUG 22ND ANYTHING NOT PRINTED MATTER WILL BE CHARGED THE NEW RATE 2.49 ABOUT 40% HIGHER AND COME JAN 2007 THE PRICE WILL DOUBLE SO MAILING A CASSETT...

Blocked Bidders/Buyers -- Possible Information Loss

Hello all. I am just writing this to inform you that there is a possibility of losing all of your blocked bidders/buyers. It is a bug that has been in the eBay system for a very long time but has never been hunted down and fixed. It happened to me 2 ...

Store Inventory Fees go up again.

I have rarely before read such long-winded weasel language to explain and justify price hikes. Apparently Store Inventory items are so VIBRANT that eBay can't afford to keep them at the current rates. Huh?!? http://www2.ebay.com/aw/core/200607.shtml#...

Telephone Contact with a live human at EBay?

Hello All, I hope the summer is treating you well. What is the easiest way to get hold of a live person at EBay? If I remeber correctly there is a phone line for store subscribers (which we are but we've let the inventory dwindle to nothing). I tried...

Need advice on how to deal with chargeback

I just got notice of a chargeback from an item that was paid for on May 11. The buyer is claiming it was an unauthorized transaction. What exactly does that mean? I haven't had to deal with this issue before. Also he left me glowing positive feedback...

Enormous Loss To The eBay Family posted by Jordan on CTS....

The eBay Community is greatly affected right now so, this was not posted on all Boards... but I am sure the thought was there... Please read... http://forums.ebay.ca/thread.jspa?threadID=500011924&tstart=0&mod=1155503276146 Elaine TimelessClassicEleg...

Have a great long weekend - speak to you on Tuesday!

I just wanted to wish you a great long weekend. The weather looks like it will accommodate the outdoor type so enjoy the sunshine and warm weather. Speak to you on Tuesday. Regards, Vaughan

Powersellers: email Canadapost with your complaints at this address:

I added this to the thread about losing our Powersellers shipping discount, but thought it worth a thread by itself. Register your disgust with Canadapost's discontinuation of the PS's shipping discount by sending an email to : trudy.trudeau@canadapo...

Manufacturer Warranty & DOA Policies

I was just curious what peoples take on Warranty on arrival or DOA was for eBay. I know most companies, including on my websites, if the person receives an item that is brand new and not working or has any type of manufacturers defect they are respon...

Blocking Certain Countries

I've been getting more bids than usual from Countries such as China, India, Turkey, etc. I do not feel comfortable shipping to these countries as I've experimented with small items (even a set of candles) and been ripped off each time. Does anyone kn...

Update: Item Specifics Updates for Cell Phones – New, Never Opened

In early August, we updated the Item Specifics within the Cell Phones – New, Never Opened category. If you list items manually through an eBay seller tool (e.g. Sell Your Item form, Turbo Lister) or the eBay API, you are not affected by this change. ...

Discussion with eBay Canada Country Manager: Friday, August 11 @ 1:00 pm ET

Hi everyone. I just wanted to let you know about our next session with Jordan, eBay Canada's Country Manager, so please save the date and time! Please join us tomorrow afternoon, on Friday August 11, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. to 11:0...

Shipping with PayPal, PrePaid via Canada Post

Anyone else use this method of shipping? I'm having a problem. I just starting using this way of shipping, and it's been great and convenient, but this is my first time shipping outside of Canada (the the US) with this method, and it seems to give me...

What is going on with Canada Post?

I have 14 parcels lost in last 45 days, all of them Commercial Expedited USA. Does anybody has the same problem with this type of service?

So much for Paypal confirmed addresses ...

Here's one I got today - this is his registered eBay address AND his confirmed Paypal address! Shipping Information Address: Chriiiiii 1010101010 Close unknown, BC t6p6p6 Canada Address Status: Confirmed Ann

NEED SOME FEEDBACK ON A NEW SITUATION I HAVE ENCOUNTERED!!

Hey everyone, I had a situation where someone contacted me via the trading assistant program and I put an item on for them and after it sold they changed their mind...I sent an email to the customer explaining what happened and refunded their money o...

Workshop: Skype in eBay Listings - Connect Directly with Buyers & Sellers

Topic: eBay Workshop: Skype in eBay Listings - Connect Directly with Buyers and Sellers Hosts: eBay/Skype Staff Date: Thursday, August 10, 2006 Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET (9:00 -10:00 AM PT) Location: eBay.com Workshop Board (http://forums.ebay.com/db2...

An Information Session with PayPal - August 8, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET

Hi everyone, it’s Eric Tung from eBay Canada’s Community Team. I wanted to let you know that representatives from PayPal will be holding an information session next week to chat and address any PayPal questions, suggestions and ideas you may have. Pl...

Picture Program that Blank out the Background

Any suggestion for picture program that can make the background completely white or black? i also saw a listing with multiple pictures but you don't have to click on the 2nd picture to see it in larger size, just pointing to thumb size picture on the...

Protect your Personal Information and Password

eBay treats your personal information with the utmost care, and our Privacy Policy is designed to protect you and your information. Some members have reported attempts to gain access to their personal information through email solicitations that are ...

PayPal Canada by August 1, 2006

Did you receive an email from PayPal? You might be interested in jumping in on CTS: http://forums.ebay.ca/thread.jspa?threadID=500009237&tstart=0&mod=1151451190818 or to add your comments here. Elaine TimelessClassicElegance

Late notice on half price listing Promo

Hello All, I hope the summer is treating you all well. I'm curious. I just got (noonish) two e-mails telling me of a listing promotion today. Did anybody get this any sooner? My worry is that we've got e-mail problems Thanks Brad

Canada Post chief executives quietly get pay raise (and more)...

Suppose the constant increase in shipping costs are partially for this? This is a quote from the Edmonton Journal July 31, 2006: "The federal government has quietly handed senior government officials and the heads of Crown corporation pay raises and ...

CanadaPOST PowerSeller Program Ending In Sept 2006

Just wanted to share with those Powersellers that are not aware that the current PowerSeller Program offered by CanadaPOST is being TERMINATED as of Sept 2006. CanadaPOST is sending out letters to all current members and for High Volume Sellers they ...

Small Packet Light announcement posted to the CTS board

In case you missed it: http://forums.ebay.ca/thread.jspa?threadID=500010872&tstart=0&mod=1154088125999 Ann

Greetings from the US and an invitation :)

Hi, Just wanted to stop in and say hello and invite anyone interested in joining a group to the new US Off Season Powersellers. It started out to be for some of us Powersellers whose status is threatened or lost but wanted to try and stay connected, ...

Canada Post sending items back asking for more $$$$

I have had 10 items come back from Canada Post even though it was measured and weighed ....yes correctly. I used to take it to the local post office. 2 staff members greived on me for making more work for them and then said they had to make up the wo...

WARNING!!!! CANADA POST IS AT IT AGAIN WITH PRICE GOUGING! A MUST READ!

Well, Canada Post is starting up the ridiculous rules that they briefly implimented last year but cancelled due to consumer pressure. The lady who ships out my packages for me at the local Shoppers Drug Mart has given me a copy of a notice she receiv...

Bill Cobb's New Store Inventory Fee Increases

The porcine Bill Cobb explains his new gluttony: http://www2.ebay.com/aw/core/200607.shtml#2006-07-19134256 As of August 22, 2006 Starting Price New Insertion Fee Current Fee $0.01 – 24.99 5¢ 2¢ $25.00 – and higher 10¢ 2¢ Selling Price New Final Valu...

Is Selling on Ebay really worth it to Canadian Sellers

Hi Everyone, A little confused on what to do and your feedback would be greatly appreciated. I am a fellow Canadian and currently have 2 stores on ebay. It may be me but I am really starting to think that Canadians should not be selling on Ebay anymo...