12 Items You CAN'T Sell On eBay
Millions of would-be entrepreneurs want to sell things on ebay. eBay is the #1 home-business opportunity in the world right now, so it's natural that many are eager to find highly profitable items for re-sale on eBay. However, it's important to know that there are certain items that can't be sold. Here are a dozen of them ...Some items are copyright infringement and can actually land a seller in federal prison:1. Knock offs of music, TV shows or movies.
The "bootleg" movies, for example, are often made by guys who sneak a movie camera into a newly-released movie where presumably, they crouch behind a seat and make a crummy copy. There is a large production of these counterfeit items in Asia where US laws have no power. 2. Software and computer games can likewise be copied and their sale is illegal by all US laws.Naturally, the items above may be sold if you have a copy that you purchased legitimately and no longer want.3, The so-called "replica" market for handbags, designer sunglasses and clothing is definitely forbidden although these items are often sold in physical stores around the US. Ironically, when attending eBay Live In New Orleans in 2004, we found a store in one of their famous markets selling replica purses that were not allowed on eBay.
4. Lazy and less-than-honest sellers often steal copyrighted material from other sellers. This has happened to me many times and eBay has a program called VERO (Verified Rights Owner) that will remove offending auctions, although there seems to be no penalty attached to the seller, which is unfortunate.5. Alcoholic beverage sales are not allowed although a beverage "container', especially those of wine, may be sold for its value. 6.
Cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco or coupons for such items are not permitted on eBay.com. The Ebay rules for collectible tobacco and alcohol containers are the same:* The value of the item is in the collectible packaging, not in the wine/tobacco itself.* The listing description should state that the package has not been opened, but that the twine/tobacco within is not for consumption.* The collectible tobacco packaging must not be available at any retail outlet, and packaging must have a value that substantially exceeds the current retail price of that wine/tobacco product in the package.* Sellers must take steps to ensure that the buyer of these collectibles is at least 18 years of age7. Firearms are strictly regulated by US law and may not be sold on eBay. 8. Satellite and cable TV descramblers are forbidden by the Federal Trade Commission.9.
Animals and wildlife products may not be sold, which includes stuffed birds and pelts from endangered species. There are limited sales of ivory, tortoise shell, marine products and other items relating to animals. This area is quite complex and any would-be seller needs to thoroughly understand the various laws before getting involved in these sales.10. Event tickets have state-by-state laws that make their sale complex. Some states, for instance, forbid anyone to make more than a few dollars in profit (or no profit at all) on the resale of tickets.
For instance, Florida law states that tickets can be resold at no more than face value plus $1. In such states, these regulations apply only to buyers and sellers located in the same state as the actual event, meaning if a seller lives in Florida, he can't profit from ticket sales to Florida events. However, if he lives in any of the other 39 states, this restriction doesn't apply.11. Listing a catalog of items that a seller offers for sale is forbidden. The only catalogs legally sold on eBay are collectible kinds, such as an old Sears Roebuck or Montgomery Wards catalog that is memorabilia and doesn't offer current merchandise for sale.12.
Raffles and prizes are 100% prohibited. According to eBay, such promotions are highly regulated and may be unlawful in many states.There are other kinds of merchandise that a seller may not sell on eBay, so carefully check eBay rules before listing anything. It's much better to know the rules in advance of spending money that can't be recouped..
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(ContentDesk) April 10, 2006 -- This Mothers Day, Charles L. Thomas is creating sibling rivalry with his fabulous collection of classic and stylish handbags.Charles L. Thomas is a ballroom dancer turned handbag designer.
His couture creations stress quality, beauty, comfort and classic elegance. With chic handbags made of the finest materials from all over the world and well crafted with the highest quality Italian leathers, Charless handbags boast a luxurious grace and beauty that rivals the larger brand names.
Charles is driven by unparalleled ambition, equal only to his passion for design and creation, his collection ranks well atop the fashion food chain.Charles takes pride in all of his creations; "I absolutely love to experiment with different shapes and textures.
I design all of my handbags from the inside out meaning that my handbags are as luxurious on inside as they are on the out. I make sure to pay special attention to every detail and to the quality...
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Designer Handbags are all the rage
Without a doubt, designer handbags are all the rage!
Women seem to collect them the way young boys collect comic books.
Without a doubt, there is a handbag to suit your many styles and moods, from sophisticated and chic to adventurous and playful.
Designer handbags all have unique traits that distinguish one brand from another.
Designers purposely create unique symbols or details to accentuate the differences between themselves and other designers.
Louis Vuitton is one of the most popular and best-selling handbag designers.
These bags are known for the high standards of quality and state-of-the-art craftsmanship put into each and every design.
Elegant, but astonishingly innovative, Louis Vuitton guarantees perfection in his multitude of high quality products.
Uniquely branded with a patterned design, Louis Vuitton handbags tower above the competition.
Chanel handbags are well known for their clean...
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Why Doesn?t My Small Business Web Site Sell?
Many small business owners are disappointed by the ability of their web site to generate new business.
Simply having a web site does not guarantee its effectiveness as a marketing tool.
If your web site is unable to consistently generate new leads and prospects you may well be disappointed in your investment in your web site.Does this sound familiar?
If so, you may be making one of several common mistakes made by small business owners make when they decide to turn to the web for more business.
Here are five common mistakes that can hinder the marketing performance of your web site.Failure to Measure TrafficEvery so often when I speak with someone who is dismayed at their web site's ability to generate revenue.
I am surprised when they tell me they don't know how many people visit their site each month, day, hour, etc.
Measuring the traffic to and through your web site is critical for understanding the marketing prowess of your web...
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Internet Marketing - The Basics (part 1)
One of the most important factors to bear in mind when planning and building your web site is what sort of visitors you are really looking for.
The process should be;
1 - Find the Target market
then
2 - Get them to visit your site
If you don't proceed in this way then you might get great amounts of visitors to your site but they may not be 'quality' visitors...
i.e. they may have stumbled upon your site whilst actually looking for something else..
something you do not offer.
So If you have a site that sells red leather jackets and you promote your site under the category of 'clothing' then you will probably get many visitors coming to your site all looking for some item of clothing.
If you fine tune your advertising from the start it is possible to pre-qualify the web site visitor a little so that you will only receive hits from those who are looking for...
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Jewelry Designer Anne Maa to Join Exclusive Group of Cutting-Edge Designers at Groundbreaking New Store, Shecky’s Shop, in SoHo New York
New York, NY (ContentDesk) February 9, 2006 -- Celebrity favorite jewelry designer, Anne Maa (www.annemaadesigns.com), joins a VIP group of hand-picked up-and-comers in the world of fashion and accessories at the launch of Sheckys Shop, a first-of-its kind independent label department store scheduled to open in New York Citys Soho fashion district on February 15, 2006.Sheckys Shop will feature a special Anne Maa Designs collection of gorgeous semi-precious rings, bracelets, necklaces and earrings, as well as some of the designers limited edition and custom pieces.With a background in fashion and design, Anne Maas sense of style and attention to detail is evident in each eminently modern and alluring piece of jewelry she creates, and both celebs and fashionistas are taking notice.
As one of only 35 designers chosen to participate in Sheckys Shop, Anne Maas jewelry joins a group of...
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SECOND CHANCE? JEANS Selected for the 48th Annual GRAMMY Award Show Gift Bags
(ContentDesk) January 24, 2006 -- Second Chance? jeans are vintage jeans that are revamped and re-designed in a unique way. Using innovative techniques to refurbish denim by distressing, and accenting with fabric and Swarovski ? crystals, these jeans are truly unique and a fresh addition to a market swamped with look alikes. Second Chance? Jeans are making their debut at the 48th Annual Grammy? Awards on February 8, 2006 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
These jeans are available for retail sale at http://www.WhiteTrashPalace.com, with a price point of $150.00, wholesale inquiries taken upon request.
You can also get information about wholesale inquiries at the new SECOND CHANCE? website at http://www.secondchancejeans.com starting January 17th, 2006.About Second Chance? jeans Second Chance? jeans are the creation of Michelle Lamar.
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Top 5 Most Often Carried Handbags
Handbags have become the most popular accessory on the market and theres no reason to wonder why. There are so many styles and trends to choose from that its hard for a woman to choose just one handbag. Each outfit calls for a different type of handbag so its hard to distinguish which types are most popular. In order to help you determine which types of handbags are in style right now, I have compiled a list of the top five most often carried handbags. You do not have to choose one of these as the type of handbag youre going to carry but use this as a guideline illustrating which are in fashion at the moment:1. Shoulder Bag A shoulder bag comes in many different sizes and shapes.
They are usually larger, providing more space for essentials such as your wallet, books, makeup etc. Shoulder bags are meant only to be worn over the shoulder and provide a combination practicality and style in one handbag.2. Handheld Handbag Handheld handbags are handbags which are designed to...
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Bridal Shops
When a wedding is being planned, an animated discussion about the wedding gown to be worn by the bride is inevitable. This item is of paramount importance to the couple, their families and to friends and well-wishers. But there are many more such important things to be selected and purchased prior to a wedding. Visiting different stores to purchase all the items on the shopping list for a wedding can be overwhelming. For years, wedding planners have wished that the list of items required for a bride were available under one roof.
A bridal shop fulfills this need. As the name suggests, a bridal shop specializes in providing everything needed for a wedding. The experience of shopping for a wedding can be made simple by stepping into a one stop bridal shop.
The shopping list for a wedding includes bridal gowns, bridesmaids' gowns, flower girls dresses, flowers, headpieces, veils and many other accessories. Bridal stores handle fitting and alteration for all kinds of...
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