Surviving the Recession!

FREE Resources for ebay sellers - internet sellers period.

2015-01-11T05:37:00.000-08:00

Imaging editing software.
These are my favorites and I use on a regular basis.

Photoscape - This is a super easy fun, photo editor that simple. You don't need to be a brain surgeon to get it.

Befunky - This is another easy photo editor and the cool part is, you can used in your browser, no need to download.

There are more but I rate these two a 10 based on experience.

Make more money, sell on consignment, earn points to buy items and more...

2013-03-31T19:11:00.001-07:00

This is a great site to buy and sell, earn point to buy items. Ipads, Iphones, cosmetics, jewelry, designer handbags wallets and more, You cannot go wrong and I have great success.

This site is fantastic for designer items, they even provide you with the shipping package to ship your item to the customer. Great consignment and you get most of your money.

Shopify is another great site to open a Webstore. I really enjoy the setup.

Sellers, Want more views, add your items, for free

2013-03-29T16:42:00.000-07:00

I have come across a few good sites to add your items to/Advertisement that are free...sorta like Pintrest but not.

Here are just a few and I have more coming
www.copious.com (Copious allows you to add items from your other sites) go to add and then web, then fetch.
www.kaboodle.com button (get the button,) its the easiest. You can post your items
www.Polyvore.com same as Kaboodle
www.delicious.com and www.tumblr.com
Twitter: Megaseller, that's me. (I follow back)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jus-Fashion-and-stuff/144109952339284
www.Wanelo.com
There is also TheFancy, kinda works like Copious http://fancy.to/xxuxp4
The Button.com (this is like Pintrest, looks like it too
Will add more later

The Fancy

Nika's Consignment Great designer Items at discounted prices. 100% free shipping- All the time!

2013-03-20T11:41:00.001-07:00

nikasconsignment

How to Turn on Do Not Track in Your Browser..Do not follow

2013-03-20T02:46:00.000-07:00

Its annoying to me - when I browse from one page (or) previous pages that I recently visited - information from those pages would (then) show up in adds on my current pages.
For example: If I browsed (ebay) then I go to xyz, there are ads of ebay now showing up in xyz. Then I go from xyz to another site - Bam! now I have ads from xyz company.

This is just an example, doesn't necessarily happen in that order or with those companies...

I don't want to totally disable ads via ad blocker, however, companies should respect our privacy and simply ask do we want to be tracked....

Well to prevent that, may not be 100% proof but it certainly helped.
Tells you how to (enable) do not track

Recycle your kids clothes, get paid, or shop for more clothes

2012-10-17T12:48:00.000-07:00

ThredUP is a fantastic site to ship your outgrown kids clothes, in good condition, no stains, wear, or damage. They pay you (a portion) for what you send, just like consignment. You can cash out (via paypal) or use that money to buy more clothes for your child. I saved a ton on school uniforms.

I wasn't too sure at first, however, after a couple of times, I got the hang of it and they are awesome.

Their customer service is on point, answer questions right away.

They send you the bag to ship your items for free and return ship is free, via USPS or UPS.

I almost forgot to mention, when you first open the account you get 10 bucks for signing up and you can spend as you like, you cannot go wrong.

How websites track and stalk you...

2012-10-14T14:27:00.001-07:00

This is a very good article on websites that stalk and track you....I don't have a problem with some tracking, as long as your paying me and get my permission. What I hate the most is all the Spam Mail.

last year, our very own Danny Stieben wrote an article about DuckDuckGo, one of the newest search engines to break through in popularity–some people even prefer it over Google. DuckDuckGo’s success hinges on the notion that it prioritizes user
privacy, and this idea of user privacy has become a hot topic in recent years.
For many people, privacy is considered to be a universal right that should never be infringed upon. Just take a look at the number of privacy-related controversies that have occurred in the past. In 2010, Mark Zuckerberg of Facebook faced a lot of heat related to Facebook privacy options. Even Google endured a lot of criticism for its user privacy changes earlier this year.
Privacy, privacy, privacy. The Internet is known for its anonymity. Without personal privacy, it would be a very dangerous place. But are these companies infringing on privacy rights? How exactly does a website track its users? And what do companies do with that data? To read the rest of the article..
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-exactly-websites-track-and-stalk-you-with-their-ads/

So you want to be on TV - Casting Calls

2012-08-21T04:16:00.000-07:00

Here is the link to TLC casting calls for their TV shows.

Later, I will add the link to the movies or commercials that are filming in local areas and are looking for extras, via The Motion Picture Movie Assoc. You can also (sometimes) make money, they may ask to use your home for a major movie and if your star struck, meet some famous actors.

Check it out

Watch Movies and TV shows for FREE, YUP FREE

2012-08-21T03:45:00.004-07:00

This is the coolest site ever! Watch a few current movies and TV shows for FREE.

Hulu Nextflix and all the rest are good but free is always better.

The cons, sometimes quality isn't that great.
Disclaimer: uhm, is it legal, idk = (I don't know) but I haven't downloaded anything and not going to.
I have not received any viruses, bugs, or maleware. It appears to be virus free. If things change, I will post, but for right now, its all good!
I still pay for Netflix, just encase...
Check it out, here is the link, let your friends know, like it on FB and most definitely Twit = Tweeter Watch for FREE

Do you enjoy quilting? Creating wonderful designs for your home and family?

2012-08-18T16:28:00.000-07:00

Well, have I got a sale for you!

Brand new Quilt blocks from Joanns Fabric - The Block of the month - Rustling Leaves collection which has been discontinued and hard to find or really expensive. I have the setting a long w/several differnt blocks, including Martha Washington's Star.

Visit 7colors's ArtFire Shop

I also have vintage, collectible items! Be my guest and go for a browse.

What are Feeds and feedburners? RSS XML and Atom

2012-08-18T11:27:00.002-07:00

Yet another fabulous website I found on explaining the process of feeds and what they can do for your website or blog.

Any information is helpful and I am always looking to increase my knowledge of the web.

Feed 101

What are feeds? I see "RSS", "XML", and "Atom" out there, but I don't know how I might use these links when I find them.

Feeds are a way for websites large and small to distribute their content well beyond just visitors using browsers. Feeds permit subscription to regular updates, delivered automatically via a web portal, news reader, or in some cases good old email. Feeds also make it possible for site content to be packaged into "widgets," "gadgets," mobile devices, and other bite-sized technologies that make it possible to display blogs, podcasts, and major news/sports/weather/whatever headlines just about anywhere.

Here are the complete details:

You can make money conducting surveys online, I did, for FREE, No kidding!

2012-08-18T02:39:00.000-07:00

Follow @megaseller

Do you have spare time to earn some extra change, gift cards, points or magazines?

You can also earn money, points, magazines, clothes, gift cards and so much more by taking surveys in your spare time. This is great while waiting for the kids at the doctors office, waiting for them to get out of school or just bored.

FIRST AND FOREMOST, BE-CAREFUL OF SCAMMERS, #1 RULE. IF IT SOUNDS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE THEN IT PROBABLY IS. These companies do not require money, your social, or your first born.

What I've earned.

70 Bucks Visa Gift card

5 or more 10 and 20 buck Amazon gift codes

My favorite Magazine subscription for a year

a Walmart Gift Card 20 bucks

a Couple of CVS Gift Cards

and a few other things.

These companies, really want to know what you think, Chances are, you will know what's coming out before it hits the shelves.

As with anything, there a pros and cons.

Sometime the surveys are really long and become redundant

It may take a minute for you to get paid, however, this does not happen often

Your computer might hiccup and you have to start all over again.

What Ive done:

I've rated/surveys movie trailers, food, clothing, cars, and more, all from my PC

Here are links to a few good companies that I know of and have worked for.Some are surveys and rewards programs all legit. This are the companies that I have worked for, can't speak for the rest.

http://www.zoompanel.com/bosslade@ymail.com

http://www.zoompanel.com/refer/post#

http://www.sidetick.com/ (they pay via Paypal)

/http://www.valuedopinions.com/

https://www.mysurvey.com/index.cfm

http://www.mypoints.com/emp/u/index.vm

www.inboxdollars.com

How to Remove Personal Info From Google Searches

2012-08-15T17:18:00.002-07:00

I found this information to be awesome, not that I want to but I do know people that have a problem with it.
If this doesn't resolve your issue, worst case, it may just help.
I just wonder about the people doing searches on people just to bring them harm or something in that area. The internet is not private but some how, less information is more!

http://www.blogher.com/how-remove-personal-info-google-searches

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Do you sell online? here is what you need to know

2012-08-10T03:38:00.000-07:00

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A Few simple steps to recurring revenue.

I found these articles so helpful. I am always looking for ways to improve my business and this information was priceless.
A few great tips!

Shopping Cart Abandonment Stats [Infographic] what happens?

Give Customers A Little Credit,- giving a little goes a long way!

Product Out-of-Stock Checklist (stay on top of this)

Saving Sales For Out-Of-Stock Items ( a way to recover)

Ecommerce Links: July 2012

Conversion Rate Optimization: Rethinking the HIPPO

Email Marketing that Drives Conversions [Infographic]

20 Tips for Product Comparison Tools (this is a good one)

What every executive needs to know about API technology

GOOGLE

You also may want to track your visitors, how they arrive to your site, how they got there, what tool or search engine they used! This is great because then you can create a target audience.
Google Analytic (this is also free)

Google Keywords, find the "keywords" most relevant to your items, get more hits. Again, this is free too.

Google Gadgets & SEO

YAHOO

Another Great tool is trend analysis tab, via Yahoo. Its in beta but its a great way to analyze a specific keyword terms and see demographics related to it.

Even if you sell online at great sites like ebay, ecrater, yardsellr, Artfire, etsy...
YOU MUST, must have your own website. There is going to come a day that you wish you had, TRUST me! even if you don't use it much, which I would, you can generate a little income from a few (not a lot) of add placement, and when the other bigger guys get _hit faced (exuces my french) but they do...
You have a fall back! One other great tip, back up your website, save it! You never know, some websites go belly up and all your content is gone. These are all lessons that I learned the hardway.
Anywho: here are two free, great website that you can create a store or a general purpose website, did I say free? O, yea, I think I did.
weebly.com

There is another one, I have to find the name, will update!

# googleanalytics

I am a GlamBella, Get inspired by Christian Dior

2012-08-08T16:53:00.000-07:00

You don't have to buy Runway Dior Fashion, you can just look like it.

Some of the fashions are easy to create on your on via Thrift stores, general merchandise stores, ebay, yardsellr, along with some creativity, you can look like you just ripped the runway...

Christian Dior Couture...

Tip. Christian Dior got some of his inspiration from Thrift stores back in the day!

This is from Christian Dior Fall 2012 collection.

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My favorite Handbags: Kathy Vanzeeland, Coach, Channel, Guess

2012-08-08T16:30:00.003-07:00

SOLD

Kathy VanZeeland, Hand bag, shoulder purse on sale for 13.90

Pearlized shopper bag with all the bells and whistles
Has silvertone hardware with gem stones
2 side pockets
1 back zipper compartment
main compartment, has magnetic snap closure
1 zipper compartment...

Liz Claiborne Handbag

Liz Clairborne Trendy shoulder purse.

Liz Clairborne Medium size shoulder Purse.
Great handbag with all the bells and whistles, easy organization...
Has 3 major compartments with smaller compartments within them for electronic devices and change. Has four separate zipper compartments.
The color is bone or dark vanilla
measures: 8 x 13" from its widest points.

SOLD

Coach Leather Day Planner

Authentic Coach Day planner from 2008. It still has the original inserts, which can be removed, I believe you can order replacements from Coach or online.
The color is sky blue with croc print leather trim on the edges...

Vintage red wallet

1960s vintage Prince Gardner red

Clutch wallet, new Vintage leather clutch, New, genuine and unique. Has never been used Color is red w/black shadow detailing 4 compartments in the inside 2 cc card or id slots kisslock change holder gold tone hardware Snap close Measures: 7 x 3.5"

Stone Mountain Clutch wallet, Green Leather

Stone Mountain, Leather clutch wallet, organizer, checkbook holder, clutch.
Front flap closure, inside front has cc card compartment, a compartment for checks and a zipper compartment.

Vintage Mens GUESS designer leather wallet

Vintage Guess Mens leather wallet. Its a bi fold wallet along with removable id holder. Slots for credit cards and 2 billfold holders. measures 3 x 4"

Free Items, I'm Giving away, Really!

2012-08-05T15:31:00.000-07:00

Free Item I'm Giving away on Listia This week. Check back, every week, I give away free stuff.

Lesportsac Cosmetic case authentic

Baby Bjorn Active Baby Carrier, unique blue with Pink stripes

Girls boys Toddler Sesame Street High top sneakers, size 7

Last Week

SOLD

Lot of Teletubbies

3 stuffed Teletubbies with one talking when his stomach is pushed. all about 14"

SOLD

Share Bear Storytelling Talking Care Bear with Cartridge, The three bears

Share Bear, talks, moves head and moves eyes while telling the story of Goldilocks and the 3 Bears

2 Girls Poodle Handbags pocketbooks, purses

2 little girl Poodle should bags. 1 is sequence and the other is gem studded, both pink and in fantastic shape..Used maybe twice.

Be sure to check back, I give away free items every week.

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SOLD

week before last!

Last week we did very well with the TMNT Sheets and Scrapbooking Lot!

SOLD

Be sure to check back!!!!

Earn Extra Money Mystery shopping! Companies that actual exist and are FREE to Join!

2012-08-04T03:54:00.000-07:00

Earn Extra Money Mystery shopping! Companies that actual exist and are FREE to Join!

I hear so many people talk about they join this or that site for mystery shopping, thinking they will get work , then they find that they have to pay a fee to join. You never have to pay a fee to mystery shop, they pay you.

Here are a few good mystery shop companies that I have worked with.
Good Luck! All working links!

Corporate Research International

http://www.bareinternational.com/

http://www.marketforce.com/

http://www.crg2000.com/

https://www.epmsonline.com/

http://www.feedbackplus.com/

https://www.cybershoppersonline.com/GfK.smart.SASSIE/

http://www.ispy4u.net/

http://www.imyst.com/

http://www.thepathenrygroup.com/

https://shopper.serviceintelligence.com/

http://www.hsbrands.com/ Service

http://www.shopperjobs.com/ Shopperjobs

http://www.marketforce.com/ shop and check

http://www.shoppersview.com/ Shoppers view

http://www.trendsource.com/ Trendsource

http://www.walmart.com/cservice/ca_research.gsp?NavMode=8 Walmart

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These are the one that I have tried and worked for me, however, there are plenty more.

Here are a few great sites to get you started:

http://www.volition.com/mysteryUSA1.html Hundreds of listing for mystery shoppers

This is also a great site for mystery shop forms, get the 411 on mystery shop companies

http://forum.volition.com/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=3

Save on vintage, I love Vintage items, take a look!

2012-08-03T15:06:00.001-07:00

Item showcase! If your interested in any of the items, please click on the link, they available in my online store.

Vintage items are awesome, they bring me back to a time when thing were simple, an era that takes people back to a time period that they may have enjoyed.

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SOLD

Vintage Teenage Mutant ninja turtle fitted sheet 1988 Linen

Everyone remembers TMNT (This Item was featured free item of the week, on Listia)

Vintage Strawberry Shortcake Pillowcase cover 1980s linen

Vintage 1980s Strawberry shortcake pillowcase cover.

SOLD

Vintage Care Bears sheet set, twin size linen, Nursery Home Decor

Who doesn't love the Care Bears!

vintage cosmetic case

This is one of favorites, its a Vintage tartan cosmetic case that's fold able. Its trendy and makes a fabulous statement.
Who wouldn't look good carrying this around.

1930s Coty Dusting Powder and canister Au Parfum EMERAUDE 5.25 oz full

Fine collectible, great for display, home decor or other uses.

Check back will be updating on a regular basis! Thanks!

I also feature some of my favorite vintage sellers and products from Artfire and other vintage sites.

Artfire has some really cool stuff!

http://www.artfire.com/modules.php?name=Shop&op=listing&product_id=4894804

Vintage American Tourister Train Case

A PERFECT VACATION

Curated By: SECONDHANDNEL

Unique Gifts

Money saving Trends and tips

2012-08-03T13:39:00.001-07:00

My favorite $Money saving$ sites to stretch and save money, Tried and tested by me - Money saving tips.The dollar stretcher provides you with everyday real advice on how to save money and get the most out of your items:

Automobile
Keep your car cool
8 Ways to Keep Your Car Cool
Frugality
You can be frugal but not too frugal
The Top Five Pitfalls of Frugality
Household
Baking soda one of my favorite, least expensive item that can do so many things.
24 ways to use Baking soda, did you know...
Groceries
Compare prices before you go shopping
See what your saving
Home Repair
If you are handy this is for you, paint, fix faucets, remodeling, bathroom garden and more
DIY

Going Green, Recycling- There is a wonderful place call FREECycle. org! Give away what you don't want get something you do want or need. I received some really helpful items from this site.
You just have to find your city and state and join that group in your area! Once again, doesn't cost a dime.

Also on the Recycling tip!

5 Alternative Uses For An Old & Out Of Date Android Phone
I thought this was a pretty good article!

Never Use Minutes or Texts Again With These 9 Apps

SOFTWARE, SPECIAL PROGRAMS, DOWNLOADS, PC RELATED
Free software to browse the internet safely... ratings based on actual users votes - its my favorite. Got me out of some(almost) sticky situations.
Web of Trust

Need a program (similar) to Microsoft's Office programs, for free! It can do everything the Office Suite can do including reading pdf files, excel, word and I think it also has a photo editing program - I have tried it and its a great program.

The site is called open office, go check it out...

Want to download your favorite YouTube video, got the software for ya!
Direct Youtube downloader

Cosmetics

Homemade salves
Make your own salve

For the girls -
Making your own lip gloss - super easy! You can also visit her site http://www.mabelwhite.com

The dollar stretch.com

2012-08-03T13:03:00.003-07:00

Super obsessed with saving money! - GAS!

One of the first of many rules I learned was (not to buy gas at convenient store locations) like Waw* I won't put the whole name.

Your better off going to a name brand gas station and getting med grade gas.
I did a mini study. For two weeks I purchased regular gas at the convenient store locations. The gas did not last long at all, it seemed like it was just air.
I went to a name brand gas station and purchased med grade gas and it seemed to last for much longer than the other gas and my car ran better. In other words, I got more miles per gallon and paid a little more upfront, it was worth it.

The Recessionista! About Me!

2011-04-27T20:48:00.000-07:00

The Recessionista!

I have been out of work for the past 5 years. I have generated my own income, to help stay on top of the bills. It aint easy but what you survive only makes us stronger.

I started out selling on ebay and made very good money. I was on ebay for about 10 years and then moved to my own site.

Trial and error: It has been a long trip but through Trail and Error, I have learned so much and somewhat successful at it. If I really apply myself and stay focused, I can do 100x better. However, I am satisfied with my status at the moment.

Best advice: Research, find resources. Read Read Read!

Don't be afraid to try new things. Falling and getting up is a process called learning.

If your really good at something, stick to it.

What I do? I am heavily into freelance, Tech support. I mainly get jobs from odesk (love em)
Pros, you can get a job if you really try. Work your own hours, depending on the job, and get paid once a week. Cons: low pay, but salvageable, anything to pay the Cable Bill. Lots of low ball bidders from other regions.

I maintain my own website (selling stuff) on two sites actually! sosheek and Yardsellr When things get slow, I have other things to fall back on.

Amazon Turk is another good site, you just have to be selective. Select the hits that bring in some good change and you can get paid the next day or use the money to shop on Amazon, I do both. I have purchased household items, wii games, psp games, traded in a couple of books.

Easy Gift Cards: Valued Opinions is my favorite site. Once I've earned 20 bucks worth of doing surveys, they email the code for a gift card at Amazon, or whichever one you choose. Quick and easy, thats what I like. The surveys are easy but can take as little as 10 min or up to 45 min.