Sell it for parts or repair. Less likely to get a return.
2026-08-09 12:10:19
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Maggie 1234 :
I got myself in a situation in which I bought some high value VHS tapes from a yard sale. This particular sale was many items from different family members. Unfortunately I did not smell the VHS. The other items I bought had no smell but the VHS smelled like grandpa smoked next to them for 20 years. I wrote “SMELLS” in the title and then explained in the discription. I wrapped each one in multiple zip lock bags to not get my other items stinky. Each buyer I messaged “just making sure you read the description”. All of the buyers told me they were smokers and all of the buyers were wonderful and one of them is now a repeat buyer. It’s definitely an extra step but worth it.
2026-08-07 23:24:14
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Dom :
I get people asking when things are going to arrive and I always have to check their tracking number for them to say when it’s arriving
2026-08-07 19:15:34
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mrscrane007 :
Can I just say how much I appreciate resellers? I don’t know how many times I’ve been looking for something soooo specific- a replacement bulb for a candle warmer made in 2003, the salt shaker that matches a pepper shaker from the 1970s, a rubber gasket for an out business bubble machine, etc etc. I can’t find it anywhere. I’ve scoured local (and not so
2026-08-07 21:49:59
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wuchumeen :
why offer returns ? it doesn't stop people from buying from you it stops scammers
2026-08-08 03:31:08
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Maxx Meow :
why in the WORLD would you sell an item that seriously messed up?! its literally garbage. sorry, no sympathy here
2026-08-08 07:00:50
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Stove :
I do it any time i sell something with notable damage even if it’s in the title, i never understand the people who refuse to because it just causes a headache when you can wait for someone who will be happy with it. Have had customers apologize and ask to cancel because they missed the damage and plenty of others say they saw and don’t care! Has saved me hundreds long term
2026-08-30 22:36:50
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Joe :
That's why I stopped selling on ebay. There is no seller protection, but they back up every fool and all of their nonsense! 🙄
2026-08-07 18:41:40
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Huntrix :
No way what about selling something as "parts or not working" there's no way they can return it if it's not working. The condition was literally parts are not working.... am i right?
2026-08-08 00:30:07
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thomasdodd17 :
Rarely I sell any items with flaws. It just becomes a hassle.
2026-08-07 19:44:37
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Jay✨ :
Check your dm I found the cat lamps
2026-08-10 06:15:06
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Tiff Lovin ☮️ :
that's smart honey
2026-08-08 08:07:35
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ΛPΛЯƬMΣПƬ 84 ™ :
Great idea. I just personally wouldn’t mention having problems with other buyers.
2026-08-09 04:17:34
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Bay Area Breaks :
I have been buying/selling on eBay since 2002. When something has a flaw in it and listing on eBay I always put IN ALL CAPITAL LETTERS EXACTLY WHAT IS DAMAGED and if they can’t see it then I believe that is there fault for not reading. Also put in title in caps ** PLEASE READ** that way you cover all the bases on your end. There are difficult buyers on eBay and sometimes you need to buy eliminate them out like bad employees
2026-08-08 17:25:01
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Angie :
I can’t make it more clear…. I wait until it’s delivered and hope for the best! Lol
2026-08-08 20:16:00
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JJ’s Takes 🇺🇸 🚫 👑 :
Yes I do that before I ship
2026-08-09 03:55:39
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newnewbihh :
I put it in the description.
2026-08-07 20:57:09
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IDK...it's vintage :
i put in the title "FLAWS" in all caps at the end.
2026-08-08 18:38:56
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12222211121112 :
allow returns on everything but buyer pays return shipping. then tell them to return the item for a full refund. most won't pay the return label
2026-09-09 11:08:25
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dwightjacobsen905 :
I do that with movies that have been imported that have different region codes and won't play on standard U.S players,
2026-08-10 08:45:42
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manka23 :
I had a sweater with tiny moth holes on the shoulder. it was disclosed in the title, in the photos and in the description. got a return on poshmark and the case got approved right away I didn't even have the chance to reply - freaking annoying they used to be great about that stuff I dont understand why we pay 20% in fees... I wish it was on ebay though because I'm top rated plus and I talked to multiple reps over at ebay that say I can use my 50% deduction for anything I want including false INADs. so whenever I have a case like this I report the buyer for false INAD and only refund 50%. it was all in the listing ya jerk! and I have free returns so like generally idc but when you go messing up my stats because you didnt pay attention I get pissed. my poshmark was practically dead for a week after that return. metrics affect your sales and it sucks when buyers are like this
2026-09-03 14:25:05
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yosamyo206 :
i sold a discontinued spf item that still was had about 1 year left on the sell by date for 40X what i paid for it. i sold it in 2 hours after posting and canceled the order because they had zero purchase and new to ebay .i knew this item was great so i didn’t want to get scammed. they assured me and sold it to them and found more and sold more to them.
2026-08-07 22:13:19
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B. B :
I add this to every one of my listings after my description. Have won 3 out of 3 cases between 2025 and 2026 with this and i believe that it prevents shitty buyers too.
Returns Accepted Within 30 Days
> Buyer pays return shipping.
>
> We get it—sometimes minds change or fingers slip. If you purchased by accident, didnt read the description properly, have buyers remorse or simply changed your mind, we’ll accept the return, but a 50% restocking fee will be deducted from your refund.
>
> Why? Because once an item leaves our warehouse, it takes time, labor, and handling to get it back in resale shape. We’re a small local business, not a mega-corp—every minute counts.
>
> Important Notes:
> - Item must be returned in original condition and packaging.
> - Refunds are processed once the item is received and thoroughly inspected.
> - If the item arrives damaged, different than the original one listed or used, additional deductions may apply.
> - If we made a mistake (wrong item, not as described), we’ll make it right—no restocking fee.
2026-08-08 00:02:33
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