"I'M WORRIED ABOUT SCAMMERS ON EBAY"

[@JenniferBraden-j2x]

Advice I’d like to give to new sellers on eBay is to set set up your account that if a buyer is the cause of 2 cancelled orders in a 6 months period they can not buy from you. You can set this up in the policies. I think that has helped me a lot.

[@danoloparx255]

Candace,: Do you need to be slapped??!!" Shat a great remark!You guys are great!

[@freds_tri_state_flips]

I sell a lot of automotive higher end modules and headlights etc. And I had a rash of returns on parts I knew were working(tested put pic of it working) and still got some return request. So I bought uv ink a stamp with my logo and pens and write all over it. Put a pic of it in ad and explained that I’d rather not deal with a scam and has cut it down to none as of today.

[@ZaneH1]

Lonnie, you had me dying at 2:50 asking if she needed her bifocals LOL. Love the content guys, keep it up!!!

[@skalin23]

Oh my childhood, Star Wars and Battlestar Galactica. I never got the Falcon either. 😢

[@kens976]

I had someone request a return on a camera that I didn't have a charger or battery for that was listed AS-IS for Parts Not working, Untested, Functionality unknown in title, description and category.....and they eventually put in a return request saying the screen had some bad pixels. ..... Ebay said I had to accept return despite this and having no returns. So far 10 days after accepting the return, they still have not sent it back. Ebay doesn't protect sellers at all.

[@oliviaw5132]

That's a shame!!

[@tippydayday1704]

Always take photos of serial numbers. I also buy void warranty stickers and state clearly in my listing that “IF VOID WARRANTY STICKER IS REMOVED, NO RETURNS WILL BE ACCEPTED” I also state in every one of my listings that all serial numbers and markings have been documented in case of returns. Yes this acts as a deterrent for potential scammers and it works for the most part. I also have a pretty good feel for when someone’s trying to scam me and if I’m 85-90% sure I’ll call them out on it.

[@tippydayday1704]

And most of the time they disappear

[@tippydayday1704]

And btw MOST of what I sell is electronics

[@agingsisterhood]

"Gut feeling", aka internal BS meter sounding the alarm!

[@susanseifert925]

OMG! My Grandfather worked at Minneapolis Moline😮 I never knew my Grandparents on either side. It was said that Grandfather, while working, was killed by a hit on the head by machinery. Always find your videos interesting and educational. Thank you!

[@gracie1598]

Honestly, I watch if I'm lucky one video a month but, remain subscribed to help you out simply because you are real, likable and appreciated. I'm purchasing a book, a Bible from ebay this week and I'm apprehensive. Well, the item photographed be the one received? I'm adamant regarding odors including cigarette smoke (allergic) as a buyer can you trust no smoke? The risk is a two way street I order very little from eBay and Amazon. An established seller you can trust is wonderful. If someone has one negative review I won't purchase. I've read some scary reviews from buyers this week. Take care. Best

[@thomascabral8443]

a new sale for me fabric,, bought it to cover tables at sales anyway paid $2.00 sold online on offer $50.00 from 1970s,, it was 2 3/4 yards

[@sarahkoltz8017]

"The Craigslist of online shopping". That really does describe Mercari!

[@dlbartlett9078]

many times when I get multiple questions on one item from the seller, I know that is someone that is not going to be happy with the item. You just get that feeling from their questions or how they word stuff. most of the time I block that person from buying (this happens only about once or twice a year)

[@agingsisterhood]

That's so true.. I've simply blocked them and didn't sell to them. It just felt "off" that's our internal BS radar going off 😆

[@brianhenry2385]

eBay Standard Envelope: now that they’ve expanded the item types that can be shipped in them, can you show and tell about how they work, where you get them, cost, what the label looks like and any issues you’ve had if something goes wrong. For instance: what happens if they fail to arrive or a return is opened. Thanks!

[@StrongGamer99]

Hey Lonnie!!! Tax season is soon just wondering how you prepare and do taxes? Thank you and love the videos!

[@danacataldi5119]

I was looking to buy a very specific tent. The prices were all over the place in Amazon and Ebay, so I decided to go to the website listed as the manufacturer. Right on their website in big letters was Do Not buy from Amazon!! They are all Fake! You will never see your money or it is an inferior product. Funny thing the ones on Amazon's review were full of horrible reviews and they were 50-75 dollars more, We bought from the Website. Should come in next week.. Hopefully I bought the right one!!!

[@agingsisterhood]

I'd love to share a digital panhandling situation online that I got sucked into and it's crazy how elaborate it is. It's new and I've never seen it. You all have a voice and they could be stopped before they skip town. I'm Dana and would love to share what they are doing. Ultimately as resellers we will absorb the costs of eBay having to return the money to the victims. They are over 7000 dollars eBay will have to return at this very moment!!!

[@PeriwinkleDreams]

Think of it like big stores do. It’s a percentage of loss on your income. Also, be diligent with being cautious. Many people out there will do anything to get what they want. Take advantage of long time resellers who can educate you for safety concerns. Be safe out there!😊

[@vwager]

Candice, my dad used to do the same thing with his reading glasses. He fixed it by buying cheaters from Dollar Tree. He must have had a dozen of them in his little one bedroom apartment. Every spot he might need to read something. Plus they only cost $1 so no big deal if they were lost or broke.

[@flippinwithamy3397]

Yes. I just got one from dollar tree.

[@chrisgrable5319]

Lonnie, it would be interesting if at the end of the month you compared that month's listings (# and value) to the same month's sales (items sold and total revenue excluding shipping).

[@thrift-a-little1260]

What a great video! Loved seeing all my friends from the bins! Can’t wait to see you guys again! Jessicca

[@misselizabeth8852]

You all are fun to watch. I appreciate that you are positive and happy. My sales are slow, but it's my fault and I'm carving out more time for my parttime reselling business.

[@lindapeters1912]

Candace you could totally rock a beaded eyeglass holder.

[@ToyAddict]

Estate sales are my favorite! I find the best stuff at them and gets LOTS sometimes.

[@Feedthelibertytree]

We love your “what if’s” and we’re not disappointed today. Thank you for another great video.

[@FlappableElf]

I had a funny feeling about a return on a console I had sold, so when I heard you guys talking about scammers I went and check and sure enough the person is a serial scammer.

[@Bawkr]

Houses that have lights on get targeted more iirc, course maybe I'm thinking people actually knowing the house is there in the first place so maybe it's a bit different in the city vs rural, you have some camouflage at night with hidden lighting indoors only.

[@RemixMonkeyPS3]

The unicorn book! I heard you say Rocklin CA, and that’s my city! Small city here in CA. I was not expecting that lol. I didn’t buy it though!

[@ClutterBuster8042-m3n]

Hey that solved my problem of losing my cheaters. I spent half of my day looking for my phone or my glasses. Not giving up my glass necklace

[@TeeDeeTD]

Darn I liked that bagpiper nutcracker! That was a cool one!

[@williampeterson4416]

I wish I liked estate sales in California but I hate them. The companies are mostly crooked pricing everything worth anything for 2-4x eBay prices just so they get it for a steal at the end.

[@brianhenry2385]

Years ago I took a few continuous video showing early INAD returned packages being opened, to show what was in the box, right up to showing the serial number, for disputed returns. This was back when bad buyers where returning bricks or their old faulty units. eBay simply didn’t care enough to receive or view the videos, so I stopped bothering. Rarely could a seller prove a buyer was (and still may be) abusing the return system, using any manner, short of a buyer admitting it in a message. But I do engage in deterrent actions these days, like showing serial numbers, adhesive seals, etc, but again all you can really do is make yourself less of a target so that type of buyer tries the scam on someone else.

[@veteranpicker238]

Scammers are a lot more common when you have a new eBay store. Not that they don’t happen when you have more feedback but it’s not super common anymore. Of the online platforms I actually think eBay is the best overall when it comes to scammers

[@timhalcomb4041]

Thank you both for sharing you have a blessed day in the name of Jesus Christ.

[@Panzer-xi5uj]

Lonnie “I didn’t notice the girl” on the comic 😅 sales wise you are smashing it 👍

[@retroqueen1177]

Hi, your a daily watch for me now love your videos I have learned a few things and have taken some suggestions you have given. Im curious what margins do you pay yourself, I just started in Jan as a video game reseller I have been doing it part time, but its been going really well I found a nitch been getting 4x to 5x margins with currently a $14,000 90 day and only been doing it for 7 weeks now, I have a normal job I also do which pays fairly well so I have just been re-investing everything Im wondering when would be a good time to start cashing out

[@JackassRetro]

ARCO is the Aurora Rubber Company. There are a lot of really good and valuable pieces that they made. They made complete train sets that go for really good money and a bunch of other high value items

[@brianhenry2385]

Minneapolis Moline Tractors: I’ve owned several tractors over the years and when I think of MM tractors only the bright yellow paint scheme comes to mind, so I’m not surprised that yellow versions or the rubber toy are worth more.

[@brianhenry2385]

I think their most interesting model was their line of closed-cab farm tractors introduced in 1938. Marketed as the UDLX, it had enclosed bodywork and an all-weather cabin, which contained a passenger seat, so the framer and the Mrs could ride in comfort. They were painted a bright "Prairie-Gold" color. It was so deluxe that the bumper and hubcabs were chromed. It came with features that put it far ahead of the competition, such as windshield wipers, electric starter, speedometer, clock, sun visor, rear view mirror and had some tractor firsts, including a heater, cigarette lighter, ashtray and radio. If you had one of these, your farm was paying off. Find toys of this model toy and you’ve got something very special. If you get the chance google: Minneapolis Moline UDLX.

[@Carolinadotty]

Lonnie & Candace, I recently had the post office return an Ebay Standard Envelope with Postage Due because of the top loader on the card not being able to go through their scanners. I looked at the Ebay message board & apparently this is becoming more common. Buyer left me negative feedback as it took almost a month to get to him (since USPS sent it back to me postage due of $4.74) & $4 card was not protected with a top loader. Ebay states in their standard envelope information that a top loader can be used & have not had any issues until now. Any suggestions on shipping cards with this possibility of a return?

[@mahmoudnadi1992]

An iphone was the first item I sold on eBay. Sold for parts as it couldnt be activated. Lady that bought it forced the return because she was on the phone for hours with Apple and couldnt get it to activate. and opened a not as described case. Ebay sided with her even though I had a strong case in my favor based on seller protection. Luckily the lady shipped it back to me on her own. Sold it again and managed to break even on it in the end.

[@brianhenry2385]

Poster Pack: Now that you have 24" rolls of brown paper, here's a suggestion for protecting and shipping posters. I cut off about 12" of paper from the 24" wide roll, so I have a 12 x 24 piece of paper. As I roll up the poster, centered on the 24" side, I slide a couple inches inside the last wrap and keep rolling so the paper goes completely around the poster. Then I tuck the excess length inside the hollow roll (a few inches of brown paper inside each end), completely covering the poster in brown paper. Tucking in the ends really stiffens and protects the poster. I can then use tape on the brown paper, rather then using rubber bands or taping directly on the poster. You get a nice clean look, ready to go into your shipping tube or triangular box for shipping. 😉🙃😊

[@thomascabral8443]

I turned 68 in December I cannot wait to dig either a wet box or jewelry case let me hunt ,,

[@flippinwithamy3397]

I just got a chain for my glasses. Takes getting used to.

[@lisakay6742]

I have a question. Do you two ever argue or get into arguments off-camera about eBay things. Not about personal or private matters but specifically eBay. If so what are the arguments about? It is hard to imagine you do, but I think it is almost impossible not to, about certain things at times. Would be cool if you answered this in a future video ... :)

[@brianhenry2385]

Crime Fighting Butler concept is reminiscent of Bruce Lee’s Role as a valet in the 1966 version of the The Green Hornet. There was only a single season of the ABC’s television series (and you guys are probably too young to remember it), but it set the stage for crime fighting assistants, butlers, chauffeurs and valets. Laura Croft Tomb Raider was another storyline using the idea, as was the Kati Fong character (a man servant) who’d keep his employer sharp by jumping out to test him at odd times in the Pink Panther.

[@CMRetroGaming]

Handheld video game consoles are prime for "renting." People will buy them and go on vacation then when they come back they open a claim stating that the item is "not as described" and if you offer free returns they know you are paying for the shipping back.

[@williampeterson4416]

If they return INAD it doesn’t matter whether you have free returns or not they are not going to be paying for return shipping, the seller will or eBay will eat it themselves.

[@agingsisterhood]

By the way serial numbers are a good idea, maybe eBay can collect the serial numbers like pawn shops do so there's a database to cross check

[@williampeterson4416]

I’m packing a blue-ray vhs combo today. A expensive one. $320 on 20% off sale. Paid $20, so that type I will still sell every day.

[@MeditationStationisHere]

Branson Mo! - Attorney for hire - 🤣

[@HappyTailsOutfitters]

What are your recommendations for handmade sellers on eBay? Thank you!

[@garettanderson6772]

I've actually sold stuff before that worked perfectly fine as non-working parts or repair just to avoid getting ripped off. I haven't done that for years but it's something a person could do if they wanted to avoid scams. You'd have to be willing to take less obviously.

[@kens976]

I had someone request a return on a camera that I didn't have a charger or battery for that was listed AS-IS for Parts Not working, Untested, Functionality unknown.....and they eventually put in a return request saying the screen had some bad pixels. ..... Ebay said I had to accept return despite this and having no returns. So far 10 days after accepting the return, they still have not sent it back. Ebay doesn't protect sellers at all.

[@garettanderson6772]

@@kens976 Damn. I didn't realize they have gotten that freaking bad. Guess I've been lucky I very rarely have it happen. I don't do volume like they do I am way more casual. I have a few thousand feedback though almost all from selling.

[@raquelsantiago845]

How do you list so many items in a short time. Between researching, compting, descriptions, specifics, photos,editing photos it takes some time per item. Do you have any suggestions or shortcuts. I’m sure many viewers have the same question. Thanks fora a response. writing descriptions, specific listing and pinto taking, how do you do it? Any shortcuts? I’m sure many viewers are asking the same.

[@dbehmgr]

no listing for record or comic boxes link

[@mdm9449]

Did you guys ever finish the inventory of the rest of the shed?

[@JCollins-q7e]

Lonnie I use my chopsaw to cut the tubes.

[@Angela-nl5kg]

Question I am new to reselling and I was wondering how long do you wait before you put items on sale or do you even do that. I know you send offers but I mean actually run a store sale.

[@james-wt7dq]

can you tell me what size is that photo booth is and is that big enough

[@marshatribble1691]

Candice, on the t shirt Mo it a abbreviation for Missouri. So it Branson Missouri.

[@RegularFootisChris]

bifocal contacts are the best!

[@lisakay6742]

Lonnie are you wearing a social distortion shirt?

[@ronaldschmidt4748]

Infant CPR Training Kit, Stone NY by Stone Mountain Floral Purse, 175 Dragon ball Z Card Lot, Lot of 121 Dragon ball Z Cards, In the Pursuit of The Unicorn Soft Cover Book, Star Trek Deep Space Nine Card, 1984 Super Powers DC Comics Poster, Heavy Metal Adult Fantasy Illustrated Comic, Chubby Scottish Bagpiper Nutcracker, Hayite The Combat Butter Manga Book Lot of 7, 1986 Richard Petty Nascar Poster, Hells Angels Press Book, Uptown Moe McDonald's Happy Meal Toy, Weirdo Underground Comic Magazine #2. Thanks Lonnie and Candice Take Care Out

[@retrosmodernlife8705]

Hasbro bought Kenner in 1991

[@samlaird6744]

it’s going toOOOOOoooooooooooo 😂

[@WayneTradingCompany]

Bifocal contacts?

[@NickelNationCoinsMore]

👍

[@Midwest_Picker]

Great clickbait title Lonnie 🤣

[@shedflips]

Thank you!

[@ClutterBuster8042-m3n]

Since you are so computer literate, why would you be afraid of scammers?

[@williampeterson4416]

1st

[@markbarclay02]

Life is now complete 🤗🙏

[@MagneticPlus]

Do y’all have a discord?