Ever wondered who the successful bid-ders on eBay are? Have you ever wondered how many of their auctions end up with a winning bid? This post will analyze the data from three thousand eBay auction listings and reveal some interesting findings.
How to bid like a PRO on eBay!
Who is a successful bidder on eBay?
- Patience is the key to becoming a successful bidder. I have learned this the hard way, so don’t learn as I did.
- The key to becoming a successful bidder on eBay is looking at your total out-of-pocket expense and how many (or how few) bids you are going to make on each item.
- Don’t get excited about a great item and start bidding against others – they might not be there tomorrow when you come back
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The most successful bidders
The most successful bidders on eBay are those who have a good knowledge of what they are bidding on, whether it be the item’s history or its market value. Research is key to becoming a successful bidder, and some people do their research by looking through online auction sites and learning from other people’s mistakes.
Cant bid on an item on eBay
There are a number of reasons why you may be unable to bid on an item. eBay’s online marketplace enables you to make a bid on an auction item until the time of the auction closes. Here are some additional details about each of these circumstances, as well as ways to avoid complications when bidding on eBay:
The trick to bidding on eBay
The trick to bidding on eBay is knowing when the best time to buy is. You can get great deals often by waiting until the last minute, but you have to watch for the time. Don’t wait so long that potential bidders think you’re done, or you’ll miss out on a sure sale.

Remove restrictions from eBay
To remove restrictions from eBay, you must verify your account with a date of birth, address, and phone number. Once your account is verified, we will lift all restrictions from your account.
Knowing if my eBay account is flagged
If you see the word “flagged” next to your eBay user ID, it means that we’ve detected a violation of our policies. To redeem your account, resolve the issue and contact us with a brief note stating why you believe your account should be reinstated.
eBay bans for life
eBay has banned people for life for violating its policies, including selling unlicensed and stolen items, failing to pay court-mandated debts, and doing business as a company but not filing corporate taxes
People are allowed to have 2 eBay accounts
You are allowed to have two eBay accounts. However, you may not use those accounts for any activity that would violate eBay’s Terms of Service. If you close your first account and then set up a new account, we’ll honor your existing feedback history from your first eBay account.
Winning a bid on eBay and don’t pay
If you win a bid on eBay, then do not pay for the item, you will be blocked from bidding on any items. Not only that but up to 100% of the purchase price may be charged to your card or PayPal account.
The best way to bid at an auction
The best way to bid at an auction is to go into your desired price range and not bid until you’re ready.