How To: Become a PowerSeller on eBay

If you are looking to sell a lot on eBay, while maintaining satisfaction and product integrity then you are in prime position to be an eBay PowerSeller. As long as you stay within the bounds of the requirements, you can hold this particular title.

To join the free PowerSeller program, you have to sell a lot of items and keep your customers happy. Learn how you can rise to PowerSeller status.

You Will Need

* A computer with internet access
* An eBay account
* Items to sell

Step 1: Meet the eBay PowerSeller requirements

Make sure you are an active eBay member for 90 days and comply with all eBay marketplace policies. Make at least $1,000 each month in sales.

Step 2: Research your products

Put up an average of four listings per month to be considered a PowerSeller.

Go to eBay Pulse to find out what is selling well on eBay, or study outside consumer reports to see what products are going to be hot in the marketplace.

Step 3: Maintain a professional listing

Remember to make your listing look as professional as possible.

Step 4: Promote your listings

Fill out your eBay member profile page to give potential buyers an idea of what you sell.

Step 5: Focus on customer satisfaction

Maintain a 98 percent positive feedback rating from customers to become a PowerSeller.

Step 6: Get involved in the eBay community

Stay up-to-date on trends and changes by participating in the PowerSellers discussion board to get news and notifications.

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