How to Ship All The Things on eBay in 2020

[@tamarasdailylife]

I started using clear bags with the Ziplock style closures. That way, the buyer can reuse it for something. It is so much easier to put the items in poly bags or padded envelopes when they are contained. Plus it is an extra layer of protection in case the package is left in a wet place. Especially for items that are worth over $100. Thermal printers are definitely worth it, even to a part time seller!

[@BladeX11883]

i use the clear bags too but its to keep the dog and cat hair away lol

[@tamarasdailylife]

@@BladeX11883 Nothing worse than getting an item and having it be covered in pet hair! I like giving and receiving a nice item. It's part of the business.

[@lindaf4968]

I put the label on the poly bag first then fill the bag. Makes putting the label on so easy.

[@RALLIROOTS]

Facts :)

[@juliaro2249]

Same

[@gbrosentertainment]

yes, I do that too, it's much easier, but I wasn't at first lol

[@WorkloadWithdrawal]

@Linda Fiore You need a weight and size for a label, so do you package up the item and weigh it, make the label and then unpack it and put the label on the empty? I am very tired now... goodnight.

[@rootroot8298]

Not gonna lie. Been off and on reselling researching for the past few years. Even in a couple of groups on FB. Never really committed because shipping always intimidated me for some reason. Watched this video the other day and I just ordered some poly mailers and other shipping material right before this comment. Love the channel. Keep doing what you're doing. It helps.

[@RALLIROOTS]

ROOT ROOT you got this 👊👊

[@pocu321]

Same here. I haven't done it yet because of shipping. I have a couple of framed paintings I want to sell and a lamp. Very breakable things. I keep putting it off and putting it off and putting it off and....

[@cmrhoads]

I bought a refurbished older Zebra Designer LP 2844 right from eBay for under $100. I did that with proceeds from the store. Before that I was printing on paper for labels, then I bought Avery shipping labels. i save a ton on ink and labels now. Thanks to having an Amazon store I get cheap or free supplied. Every Quarter you get a $25 or $50 credit depending on your store subscription level. Thanks for the video!

[@nickzizumbo2844]

Please keep making videos like this! I love watching things be shipped because it helps me learn better ways when I ship thing!

[@mshowell3710]

Jus' fyi I wouldn't snap the T's..it can crack the graphic or transfer & stresses the fabric, especially on older T's. I learn'd that the Hard way.

[@MWB18]

When I ship I charge a flat rate US-$30 Canada-$60 and for any orders outside Canada or the USA I give the customer a custom quote. I ship it directly to to the customer with FedEx

[@hectorcarrasco9013]

Hey today I had my first online sale on ebay and my first shipping. I think that I over paid for the shipping that was a tennis shoes thats weights 2.6 lb. from Washington State to Alabama ($16.49) with a usps shoe box. But I make a profit and want to continue learning how to ship products. Thanks for sharing this info...believe me.. helps a lot. And you guys have a new subscriber.

[@TravelingEmporium]

Didn't know if you knew...but Mr. tee vintage talking trash about my favorite DUO. Great Video yall are the best!

[@RALLIROOTS]

:) we're aware, he's lying for views unfortunately

[@carolinamartinez9527]

Thank you for the current shipping video! I already shared it! You all make it so fun! Thanks for tapping back into those Roots!

[@RALLIROOTS]

Thank you!!!

[@sandyl.7608]

Callie you are the master of shipping, you explain things so well, thank you. I love it when you do these types of videos, Ryan you do well too 😉, but you've got to love Callie!! She must be indispensable to your business.

[@caligrl]

Awwww shucks, thanks 😊

[@mirochlebovec6586]

Yeah but what is the proces of getting it to the ups station or something like that to ship it???

[@fiddledeedee6056]

i think you can schedule a pick up at your home with UPS. otherwise bring it to a UPS store or a pickup spot

[@michaeldelisieux5252]

Clean cut videos full of info! You guys are THE BEST! ( But wait! I am ALREADY an admirer !) Cheers!

[@PokeNAUT97]

Love my Wrangler NO BULL tee I got in a little blue bag! I get compliments all the time and people ask where I got it!

[@valerierucker4345]

This video is well done. The variety of weights, the different packing and different methods was good. :)

[@Wilmingtonskateboard]

When that sabbath tee gets here I’m going to be hype

[@Viperbrat1]

I am so impressed with this whole team...You have made this easier for me to decide to start my own EBAY store. By the way, I'm in Fort Myers FL.

[@jordansmith6032]

I see you use polymailers the most..... what about for items over 1 pound? I have 3 things that I need to ship, first time selling on ebay! THANKS! 1- snowboarding jacket large.... 2- mens sz 10 shoes (wont fit in poly)... 3- sz 32x34 mens jeans

[@meganlott4703]

Oh yay! One of my favorite Ralli Roots videos! I needed this a long time ago lol! Always appreciate of the knowledge shared by y’all! Since my business is really picking up I’m waiting on that new thermal label printer!!

[@CousinBobbyNR]

I wish I found you’re videos 11 months ago. Haha. I got my start on eBay when my father passed away. He was a professional bowler so I’ve sold over 30 bowling balls this year. With only 2 being lost. One is still missing in Orlando. But it’s nice to know the ways I’ve figured out over time is how you do things.

[@Putsim]

Thank you for making a 'how to' shipping video. Subbed.

[@gbrosentertainment]

It's amazing how cheap your shipping is, I started selling on eBay in March 2020, I have 172 sales, I find shipping in Canada sucks compared to what you're getting in the US, what's also funny is it's cheaper for me to send an item under 500g(18oz) to the US then it is to ship the same item within Canada. I've watched some of your videos in the past, but I missed out on some great information, will be watching alot more of your videos since I'm putting alot more time on eBay. I work 2 jobs(70 hours per week) and do eBay, the goal is to drop the 2nd job to replace it with eBay. thanks for the help.

[@roguebucaneer1534]

Dude seriously, my cousin lives in Toronto and it seems sick expensive to ship into Canada from the US.

[@gbrosentertainment]

@@roguebucaneer1534 I'm in Canada, it cost me more to ship within Canada then ship to the US. it's nuts.

[@layiloneentrprnr6751]

1) do I need a legal business name to upgrade my personal eBay account ? 2) what about legal email address or should I do it later

[@FlaNative3]

No legal business name required - you can operate as a sole proprietor; if you want a legal liability shield, you can pay to create a corporation (there are annual fees & requirements). Small resellers usually don’t incorporate if you aren’t selling things that are inherently hazardous. There is no such thing as a “legal” email address. You can create an email address that is just for eBay stuff if you want (I keep my personal email separate). You can create your own domain name and use it for email, but that takes time, skill and money - you don’t have to do that unless you want to. I am a PT seller so I just use gmail but any messages from eBay go to your eBay Messages.

[@anitasmith3063]

I love your videos as always. Kinda got off track with buying to resell but you always inspire us to get out there and get busy! Thank you!! I wonder how to know how much to charge for shipping when listing the items? Thanks so much for the info!!

[@Heatherreseller]

Love the fact you don’t use extra plastic poly bags on all the orders. 🌍

[@RALLIROOTS]

Doing our best to do our part 😊 ♻️

[@partyofsixx1896]

so i usually put then in a poly bag and then in a flat rate envelope...the poly bag will keep the shoes waterproof and you will save using a flat rate envelope instead of a padded flat rate

[@RALLIROOTS]

Dennis Porras I hear ya :) time savings, cost of additional poly bag and waste tho. I’d rather just pay the extra $.30

[@dakingofgames894]

If you're going to spend extra on signature on that $150 shirt, why not just upgrade to a priority mail flat rate envelope? Or do both signature and priority?

[@pamseclecticplace709]

Wow can't believe you didn't tape the hole you put in the bag. If it sits in the rain the moccasins may be ruined. I always bag each shoe then put them in the shipping bag. If the shipping bag is damaged the shoes are still protected.

[@RALLIROOTS]

we've shipped thousands of items that way with no issues...thanks tho

[@luvclu]

How come you didn’t use a service like Pirate Ship for shipping it might’ve been cheaper than through eBay or was it the same?

[@caligrl]

Pirate ship is better for smaller heavier items

[@luvclu]

I wonder if shipping through PayPal and Pirate Ship are always gonna be the same cost or if one is ever cheaper than the other for rates such as priority or first class?

[@FlaNative3]

So far, Pirate Ship would not save me anything over what’s available through eBay.

[@madsmom22]

Thank you for all the tips! This new Ebayer REALLY appreciates it!

[@charlesberis1235]

Other than the USPS boxes and mailers, what size boxes do you recommend having in stock for other shipments?

[@ginafromwisconsin6022]

Love your videos as always ! Only found you about 4 months ago and I’ve watched nearly all your videos. I worry that you’re going to stop or get bored or something. I’d miss you if you did that ! I’ve learned so much from this channel and from being one of your mentor students....thanks for all you do for us. Hope Callie’s having a super vacation. From Crazy WI grrl.

[@RALLIROOTS]

Really appreciate that! 😊😊😊 we’re just gonna keep making more and more vids! Don’t worry

[@caligrl]

Been watching Netflix and getting ready for a garage sale 😜 not much of a vacation lol but a nice lil break

[@giselleaguilar4973]

So if the item is heavier than a pound why are you not using the poly bags? Is it that the flat rate will be cheaper?

[@nobullshiit5682]

Thank for all the info it was very helpful .what do you think about using scotch flex and seal as a shipping alternative ?

[@paulaw3264]

Great information thank you so much oh, if I could add a tip to make things a little easier for you oh, that would be to place the label on the packaging before inserting the item that way you always have a flat surface to stick the label :-) I guess you could weigh everything first before inserting. You guys have a great day and again thank you so much for teaching me how to create cash flow.

[@fiddledeedee6056]

you seem really laid back... really helpful videos...i appreciate them. my job just makes me stressed so I'm super envious lol..btw it's sok kuh nee.... my wife was a regional manager years ago.😀

[@sixteenbitter]

This is really helpful stuff. Thank you!

[@you2449]

Great info. Plus I aspire to look that laid back one day.

[@edwingonzalez4081]

Great video, very helpful as all your videos are, ty.

[@uLoseallthetime]

Love the whole Thank you cards!! Is there a way to get in contact with the person that dose them for you?!? Thank you!!

[@denisenelson3664]

I am pretty sure it is Sock-Uh -Knee for Saucony. I looked it up one time.

[@dulced6058]

Yay!! Shipping video.

[@kevingladman1018]

Great Shipping Video-Thanks Ryan & Callie!

[@TJis004]

@Ralli Roots where do you buy your poly bags? Can you please share a link?

[@joycestiltner8437]

I have a question?? I have a bunch of shoes. Most of them new and never worn. I have seen shoes on eBay and Poshmark. Which place is the best to sell shoes and who do you recommend?

[@lesdale4361]

Ryan - When you ship an expensive item - like the $150 t-shirt - do you buy insurance? I know that you have some insurance when you use priority mail, but don't know what to do with expensive first class mail. Thanks in advance.

[@christineshipman3093]

Great info! Thanks for sharing 🙂

[@ouurstore4181]

Thank you for this awesome video! We really do appreciate it! We were wondering how much do you pay to ship the larger items? You should how much it cost for the tshirt and stuff but not the stereo system.

[@soozalongtheway]

Thanks guys for another helpful video 😊

[@mshowell3710]

Great info Again! Thanks to u & all of u, for All u do! 💛🇨🇱🤠

[@PeterGregg]

Nice video! Hello from Miami :) Enjoyed the video, subbed. Thumbs up 👍👍👍

[@sublingualsidekick]

Nice thought about the plastic. What about some tissue paper?

[@richardwarren1215]

Hey Ryan -- just curious why you do not include a packing slip with each order.

[@caligrl]

Waste of paper and nobody has complained. We have had requests not to put it.

[@369josh]

How would you ship a pan... im just confused because of the handle..

[@tonyamasoner8983]

I noticed you are weighing the item and then picking shipping method first but doesn't this need to be done 1st when listing your item? I am new to ebay. Don't you need to know this beforehand?

[@koffeebrwn]

I tried to see if any one else asked this question so I'm sorry for repeating but isn't it costly to pay for shipping rather than push the cost to the buyer? I've always been leery of selling on Ebay because of the shipping costs and other fees. It seems simpler on Poshmark. How do you deal with the shipping costs?

[@oceanbreeze1897]

There isn’t the risk of water getting in the bag if you cut it?

[@lelegrazi]

You guys are hilarious! Thanks for all the tips!

[@peacelife]

I been bringing your channel. Thank you for sharing and I been liking each video - small help help 😁. Can you please show how to set up the shipping table in the Ebay account like they asked me if I like to add sale tax, the surcharge, and others. I been trying to find videos on YT but no luck. I was wondering how do I put in exchange if the item will ship further like HI and AK which I'm a bit scared and then there is international option but I see Global option which is another step I need to research. Sorry for lots of questions. If u see this and reply I would really appreciated.

[@idlehandsarizona]

Just sold 4 bats... wish I had that box!

[@warrenweber2403]

Love the flip off the scale move.....walk off!

[@Groglor]

what would you do if you cant print labels? just bring to post office? Im in canada btw.

[@jhovannyvargas624]

Hi. I just sold my first item on eBay! A 2 liter apple pie pepsi lol. What's the best/cheapest way to ship it? What box do I use? Please I need help asap. Wanna ship it today.

[@lilybecerra2035]

Ty for this video! By any chance have you ever worked with Pirateship? TYIA

[@RALLIROOTS]

Yeah pirate ship is great

[@DonO1970WNY]

Wait, Rollo is coming out with a wireless version? I JUST bought my Rollo printer, and, although it’s great, I would have totally waited if I would have known a wireless version is coming! 😡🙁😡

[@Derynf]

if you don't use the clear poly bags anymore, how do you store you T's?

[@RALLIROOTS]

Hanging racks

[@maryfielder3348]

Great learning video! Thanks!!

[@strizzzydawg3]

last one wasnt a sigcon do you only do it on certain items?

[@sboutlaw2007]

Ryan, who do you guys use for your thank you cards? That's a good price for 5000 cards. Also when you guys order your padded flat rate envelopes from USPS how many do you guys order at one time? The reason I ask was I was informed there was a limit on the amount. Have you guys seen a slower ship time of USPS getting those padded flat rate envelopes out to your location? Great video !!!

[@RALLIROOTS]

We order from a local company called print fast. Padded we get 100 at a time. You can get a commercial act or just order multiples of the 15 packs.

[@willalfano8]

don't forget to ship with love. I spy cali in the video...

[@dorisvelez2933]

OMG that's not the way Cali ships, LOL, don't let her see this!!! LOL

[@RALLIROOTS]

😂😂😂😂

[@caligrl]

Lolz 😂 I saw ittttt

[@markandrews1820]

Great content and thank you guys for sharing your knowledge. I was wondering if you had information on how would a newbie should handle there taxes. I’m reselling as a hobby and it’s starting to make some decent money.

[@caligrl]

mark andrews I’d recommend a cpa, we don’t give out tax advice simply because we aren’t experts.

[@friendlyfoodforest8033]

Thanks so much and this definitely helps us rookies feel confident do go and do! Does Callie have a KZbin channel because she is hilarious. I hope you guys stay working together even if she gets big. You know the old saying...remember your ralli roots.

[@Viperbrat1]

So just where is buy shipping on Ebay? link please?

[@friendlyfoodforest8033]

Is it cheaper to use smaller poly mailers for shipping or is weight the main factor? Thanks

[@RALLIROOTS]

Friendly Food Forest just the weight :)

[@PorkRhino]

Thank You so much for this Video I been waiting for some help in this Department. I had a Question maybe You could help Me answer, I shipped 2 Shirts same Weight 1 to Milwaukee / 1 to Illinois. Illinois is closer to Me But it cost Me almost Double to Ship? Usually it Cost Me around $3/$4 Bucks But this Shirt Cost Me $7 plus to Ship?

[@RALLIROOTS]

Hmmmmm yeah that’s weird. Definitely shouldn’t be the case

[@JujuPhras]

Ralli roots what are you printing on the label ???

[@jackiebrader4462]

What measurements do you use when using a trifold box?

[@RALLIROOTS]

They’re printed on the box.

[@jackiebrader4462]

@@RALLIROOTS thank you.

[@TheLorencFamily]

Do you have a link for the polly bags?

[@KB-dd7xq]

Yes alli it does make it easier! Squeeze the air out!

[@FlaNative3]

If it’s puffy with air, the surface is smoother for the label. I leave the air in, good “padding”. No air = bumpy surface for the label.

[@EdinaSzabo]

I just started to sell on Ebay and I don't get how to price your shipping cost until you sell the item? Because you weigh your item after it's got sold! So basically I have to weigh every items twice?? I am so confused!

[@jamesdisney647]

Hi love the vid just got set up registered and I’ll just want to ask you just finding the whole thing confusion and everything like that is there a step-by-step video that you have from getting item post it online and including weight and selling it and shipping it only if you can if not it’s absolutely no problem I can you step-by-step in this video and other one you have

[@sharonbranch4647]

Do you ever purchase insurance ? Thanks very much for your time and consideration ❣

[@nsap79]

Trying to sell my first item- Garmin Vehicle Navigation device, it’s 1lb 6oz. (It’s 7x5x3) Can some guide me which service I use for USPS. My understanding is since it’s over 1lb it should go priority mail but which box/envelop I choose?

[@ShenandoahValleyTreasures]

I think if it's in a box and fits into a Priority Padded Flat Rate envelope (up to 70 lbs) that would work? or the Priority Mail "Tyvek" envelope (water resistant)...I'm new to shipping too, hope this helps

[@susanweeres5584]

Hey, what about the Big Bang Sheldon t shirt folder?

[@stlouie67]

Thats Funny Ive always pronounced the Saucony shoes like ..... Saw-Ko-Knee HAHAHAh

[@eddiebob77]

Why is Ebay holding my payments now until the customer receives my shipment? I just started and sold about 7 hobby products 2 days ago and was paid immediately before I shipped them. Now current sales have messages that basically say payments are held until products are received. Can you or anyone help? Is this real or a scam? SO confused...Everything was going great now my funds are held (if I agree to sell which I have paused everything for now) and I heard this situation can last for 3 plus months? This is BS...how do I get paid first again?? Great video though I'm learning a lot from y'all!! Thanks!! SUBBED! :)

[@FlaNative3]

Call eBay and discuss it with them - it’s not scam. Believe it or not, there have been eBay sellers who don’t ship items they have sold - they obviously don’t have their act together. It also has to do with the possibility of items being returned because both eBay and PayPal have buyer protection policies. When I started reselling 2 1/2 years ago, PayPal was holding all funds for a period of time. That went on for months. Now they are not held anymore.

[@relicresells4884]

Can’t wait for the wireless Rolo

[@paraleezappa5882]

How does the computer know how much postage to put on label and how to charge for it?

[@caligrl]

We buy our labels on eBay, you enter weight and dimensions and it does the rest for you

[@michaelbaca4126]

Why did you not use a reginal A box on that first item? It was cheaper.

[@caligrl]

Depends which zone it’s going to for regional boxes. Padded flat rate was cheaper for us.

[@alexwilliams3852]

Do you request a signature on all the things you sell? Do you recommend getting a signature for items you sell?

[@Justsayinbruh]

So if you ship with UPS or FedEx, do you go through ebay or do you have to go to thier (UPS/FEDEX) website/location? Bc if you don't go through ebay, there is no discount on the shipping

[@RALLIROOTS]

Fedex ebay, ups PayPal

[@Justsayinbruh]

@@RALLIROOTS thank you sir!

[@Efreneldetaty87]

im starting on ebay in 2023, i want to be like you.! 😆

[@radretroshop6716]

The USPS Padded Flat Rate envelopes have been on back order since mid June. Anyone else??

[@kacejohnson4099]

It may be because I'm looking at pricing on my phone, but even with a 10 oz package, it's still charging me $7-$10 if I were to ship a small item. What am I doing wrong?

[@RALLIROOTS]

Choose first class mail

[@kacejohnson4099]

@@RALLIROOTS And do you find that after you sell an item? I can't find an approximate cost on USPS's website... I think after you sell an item on eBay it gives you shipping options, but I'm not sure.

[@RALLIROOTS]

www.usps.com/ship/first-class-mail.htm you can buy through usps or you can buy through eBay at a discounted rate

[@king82rc36]

I should have came here before I started shipping on eBay y'all save people money 😀

[@michelesmith4601]

What kind of printer

[@jc._.goated6666]

Hey I have a question I’m selling my Nintendo ds lite and it saying waiting for payment and it says they removed the listing from the site what does that mean please help I’m confused

[@FlaNative3]

DON’T SHIP IT OUT UNLESS IT HAS BEEN PAID. Both the app & desktop version tell you if an item has been paid for. If your item sold but you don’t have “Require Immediate Pay” checked off under Preferences, then the buyer has up to 3 days to pay. If they don’t pay, you can open an unpaid item case. There is a whole process, I won’t try to explain it all here - call eBay.

[@ValerieK]

Could you please possibly share a link to where you get the thank-you cards printed? Can they be ordered online? I would appreciate it; here in NYC I was quoted about $1 each!

[@RALLIROOTS]

They’re only local sorry

[@georgiahoneybee]

I use vista prints. With coupon codes you can get them really cheap. I think mine end up costing around 6-8 cents each.

[@ValerieK]

Melissa Gregg Honeybee Apparel Thanks so much for this information! I will look at their site.

[@pennfitness]

How much was that rack behind you?

[@SunShine-ls1ul]

Starting out thanks for the info 👍 😀

[@roguebucaneer1534]

Great video! Thank You!