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Day in the life of an eBay seller

By the way, my name is Melissa Reiner and I live in Briarcliff Manor. Aside from selling treasures on eBay, I am the mom to two teenage daughters (Mayhem and Drama)
I have met so many amazing people while selling on eBay, sometimes kibitzing right on the floor of their closets!.  I know what sells in every country! I've even sold several furs in July to the southern hemisphere!!!. Chanel for example, can fetch more than list price as not all models are available everywhere.  When it comes to jewelry, artistry and name brand is key! Since scrap gold has continually fallen off in price and is at it's lowest in 2 years, Designer gold pieces such as Lagos, Stephen Dweck, John Hardy, Roberto Coin and of course, Tiffany, because they are signed pieces and are beautifully crafted, hold their value. Sometimes these pieces can sell even higher than when new, based on their original design and their vintage provenance. High end name brands always sell on eBay WITHOUT FAIL!

From photography, describing your items in great detail, photo shopping, shipping your treasures, to fielding questions in many languages (thank you google translate!) to The "TA DA!!!" moment when you (meaning you my customer) go to the mailbox in your pajamas and jump up and down to find a nice check in the mail, I have completed my job!

I definitely recommend selling your high end luxury items on eBay rather than a local consignment store or estate sale. Remember, only local eyeballs will see your treasures there! On eBay, you have the eyeballs and rapt attention of the world viewing your treasure in every time zone! Keep in mind, many countries, especially Asia, are experiencing a financial boon! There is a huge increase in sales in these regions!

 My mail man Ed, who is a superhero in my eyes, is a huge part of my day! He tirelessly scans, hoists and sometimes most importantly brightens my day. He is a treasure! Thanks Ed!

Have a look at what I currently have for sale in my store:

http://stores.ebay.com/DesignerAlley








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