So if you have a talent for description, a good camera and ability to do some research you just might find some success in eBay Real Estate.

Today we will take a basic look at selling real estate on eBay where we will discuss the marketing potential for eBayers in this expanding market (I will not delve into the logistics of how to handle or complete sales as I am not an expert in Real Estate transactions.

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The best place to access information on Real Estate (or any other eBay related topic) is in the Site Map under categories.

But to make it easy here I will provide you with the link to Real Estate.

Often I am asked “what can I sell on eBay?” Sometimes in my workshops I point to other successful eBayers to illustrate some of the successful and unique items that can be sold. Or to the tools you can find to give you better information and tips.
Real Estate is one of those categories that bears looking into by anyone who feels they might have the talent for selling on eBay.

Be sure to check out the to Link"> Real Estate News and Tips

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The best way to understand eBay policy on advertising and selling real estate on eBay is to read through the eBay Real Estate Listing rules.
You might print them off to keep for reference.

The rules for real estate sales are different than for regular eBay sales venues in that the real estate auctions/advertisements on eBay serve the purpose of matching potential buyers and sellers. Contracts for the actual sale of the property will still need to be drawn according to respective state laws. Therefore the sale of real estate on eBay is a ‘good faith’ transaction not a legal contract. Feedback is not left for real estate transactions.

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Study the Real Estate listings that are done well in both terms, description and photographs—then emulate them.

3. Descriptions: Selling Real Estate on eBay requires special talents in description.
Often you are not only selling brick and mortar, lot sizes, trees and square feet. You are selling a way of life. A community. Schools, recreation, parks, clean air--you may be selling the key to someone’s dreams. Or the opportunity to bring new business to a community. That is another reason to think carefully about how to present the listing.

Remember disclosure: roof, wiring, plumbing, heating/cooling, flooring, wall composition, siding, lot size, garage details. Access to schools/shopping/church.

Paint a picture verbally of the house, town, people and anything that will draw interest to the listing.

4. Terms of sale and contracts. This is something you will determine for yourself. If you are not a licensed broker or real estate agent you will determine what your services are worth and charge accordingly. Contracts for the actual sale of the property will need to be legal and in accordance with state and local law.

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It might even make a difference as it did for these communities.

In this part of the world, selling Real Estate is not just a transaction, it often brings hope to these communities.

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1. Pictures are your greatest advertisement: Make sure you tell a story with them

Put yourself in the potential buyer’s place and think of what you would like to know about any property you might purchase via long distance.

Take the photos sequentially from one room to another, so the pictures flow and show how the floor plan is laid out.

Try to take photographs of the outside the same way, noting unusual or attractive features and/or landscaping.

2. Research existing eBay Residential and Commercial properties

Make certain you check the Completed Listing link on your left toolbar

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