SaleHoo News & Updates

SaleHoo’s Crazy Twitter Contest

SaleHoo — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 09:39:15 +0000

Most of you will have already heard about Twitter, the micro-blogging service that allows users to post 140-character ‘updates’ to the world, and follow other people’s updates of whom they find interesting. This a great new social media medium, and if you haven’t checked it out yet, go to twitter now and check it out. SaleHoo [...]

eBay Returns to its Roots

SaleHoo — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:11:56 +0000

In a dramatic about-face, eBay last week announced that their three-year plan involves returning to their original focus as a venue for selling used, off-season and end-of-life-cycle goods. Implicit in this change of direction is the admission that their attempt to mimic Amazon has been a failure. But the eBay team was upbeat, forecasting an overall [...]

New eBay payment options are live!

SaleHoo — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:31:30 +0000

eBay have just announced that Moneybookers and Paymate are now able to be used for eBay transactions. These will join the existing options of PayPal, credit and debit card payment to a seller’s merchant account, Propay or Pay on Pick-up. So how do these new methods compare? Paymate is the most expensive of the [...]

How would you like to work for SaleHoo?

SaleHoo — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:20:42 +0000

How would you like to work for SaleHoo? We’re looking for a savvy wordsmith with wholesale sourcing experience to write several posts a week for our popular SaleHoo blog. If you or anyone you know fit the bill, then we’d love to receive your application! Location: Remote / Worldwide Position: TBC – approximately 8-10 hours per week [...]

Alibaba Expose

SaleHoo — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:47:28 +0000

Alibaba is a popular online directory of global manufacturers and suppliers. It’s a fantastic resource for facilitating contact between buyers and sellers; but unfortunately, many buyers are under the false impression that Alibaba takes responsibility for the legitimacy of the suppliers that it lists. In fact, Alibaba is just a meeting place and no more. None [...]

Bonanzle: An exciting eBay alternative

SaleHoo — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 21:59:15 +0000

Its traffic chart on Alexa shows a 182% increase over the last three months and looks like the trajectory of an aircraft taking off, an image that would excite the most jaded seller. It’s got a rabid, extremely loyal core of sellers, and it gets great coverage in both the press and social media [...]

Four seriously good ecommerce solutions

SaleHoo — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 03:46:02 +0000

Thinking of taking the plunge and opening your own ecommerce store? Check out our recommendations and get a heads-up on the best offerings to date… eCrater eCrater is both a free marketplace and online store. It’s the easiest to use of all the ecommerce options we’re reviewing, making it perfect for first timers. eCrater doesn’t offer [...]

Sourcing wholesale designer sunglasses online

SaleHoo — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 02:46:25 +0000

Although sunglasses were originally designed to protect the eyes from excessive ultra-violet rays, these days they are considered part of the fashionista’s arsenal. If the eyes are windows to the soul, then fashionable designer sunglasses are no longer just nice-looking frames; they’re instruments of personal expression and style, and trophies that proclaim class and status. [...]

eBay losing its grip on profitable collectibles market?

SaleHoo — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 01:40:08 +0000

Scientists consider frogs a reliable indicator of the health of the environment. Could the Barbie doll be a similar indicator of eBay’s health? As the most celebrated doll in history approaches her 50th birthday, Therese Poletti from Market Watch has noted a peculiar absence of buying and selling activity around the iconic toy. The situation [...]

Ask an Expert: How to provide warranties for imported electronics?

SaleHoo — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 22:05:24 +0000

Q. How do I provide warranties for electronic goods imported from China? A. If you sell electronic goods imported from China, then you may find yourself in a situation where you cannot offer warranties on the products. Fortunately there is a solution. SquareTrade began in 1999 as a company providing dispute resolution for transactions [...]

The eBay Drop Shipping Cheat Sheet!

SaleHoo — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:09:32 +0000

Some days ago we gave you the basics of drop shipping on eBay. Now you might be wondering: Is it possible to operate a viable eBay drop shipping business? Yes, but you need to research thoroughly in order to spot ultra niche markets. In other words, look for items not too many sellers [...]

Hot niche idea: Wholesale gifts

SaleHoo — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 03:32:54 +0000

What are wholesale gifts? These are the little things that work well as gifts for any occasion, and may include decorative accents, personal accessories, novelty items, trinkets, and collectibles. You can purchase these wholesale, and sell them successfully from your online store. The appeal of wholesale gifts One of the advantages of selling wholesale gifts [...]

How to find best selling eBay items (part 2)

SaleHoo — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 05:27:23 +0000

Yesterday we showed you how to find best selling items on eBay by using the completed listings search. Today we’re going to look at another way to find hot markets: the eBay Pulse. The eBay Pulse gives you a snapshot of what’s hot in each product category. You can use the tool to: Find out what items [...]

How to find best selling eBay items (part 1)

SaleHoo — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 04:26:48 +0000

You’ve heard it said over and over; find a niche market and dominate it. But with people selling all sorts of things on eBay – from the bizarre (dirt from Alabama, fresh air in a jar, and a piece of tissue paper) to the mundane (shovels, light bulbs, and toothpicks), to the absolutely amazing (Star [...]

Drop shipping on eBay â€“ What’s the story?

SaleHoo — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:02:32 +0000

Are you allowed to drop ship on eBay? Does eBay have any specific rules for drop shipping? Confusion abounds, so we’re here to clarify what’s the go and what’s not. eBay does allow restricted drop shipping, they call it ‘pre-sale items’ Here’s the gist: The seller must guarantee that items are shipped within 30 days after [...]

Liquidation: The sourcing strategy other sellers donâ€™t want you to know about!

SaleHoo — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 06:17:58 +0000

Liquidation is a popular sourcing option for sellers who want to offer unbeatable prices and don’t mind doing a bit of leg work in order to do so. What are Liquidations? Liquidation is when stock is sold off below cost so that the owner can generate some fast cash. There are many reasons why companies [...]

Atomic Mall: A review of a rising star

SaleHoo — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 02:14:25 +0000

Its mission, as stated in its “About Us” page, is plain and simple: “To make online shopping fun again!” And judging from its steady growth, vibrant activity, and glowing reviews, it appears that Atomic Mall is succeeding. Started only in July 2008, the eBay alternative now has close to 6,500 sellers, and nearly 120,000 [...]

What to sell in 2009

SaleHoo — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 02:43:13 +0000

2009 might look gloomy to many, but it promises to be profitable for those who spot the opportunities hidden within its dangers. So what’s good for sellers to focus on in 2009? Here are some products that will roll in the revenues this year. Second-hand clothing. Rummage through your closets and drawers; chances are you’ll come [...]

Top Australian auction sites

SaleHoo — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 06:37:06 +0000

eBay Australia is still the undisputed leader in online retail and ecommerce down under, but high fees and other problems have driven many of its users to seek alternatives. These other auction sites have their own issues to deal with, though. For starters, none of them even come close to generating the user traffic [...]

Ask an expert: How do I write a great auction title?

SaleHoo — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 22:58:01 +0000

Q: How do I write a great auction title? A: You’ve got to use both hemispheres of your brain for this one! On the one hand, your left brain hemisphere has got to be precise, calculating, and methodical. But at the same time, your right hemisphere has got to be creative, surprising, and [...]