| I have been buying and selling antiques and art for | | | | antique dealer/seller! And sellers who deal in antiques |
| almost 20 years. The economy has changed so much | | | | are some of the most satisfied merchants on Ebay. |
| since those days. Like anything else, acquiring | | | | Often, they get to buy and sell items that they are |
| antiques, requires certain rules and regulations and | | | | fond of, which makes their online auctioning seem |
| convention. One must not blindly buy each and every | | | | more like play than work. |
| junk item that one should find anywhere and | | | | As you'll learn from online auction sites, there's a |
| everywhere. If you are interested in purchasing and | | | | buyer for everything.I spent ten years working for |
| selling antiques, finding a good, trustworthy dealer is | | | | an antique dealer, where I learned about setting up |
| important. A dealer is a knowledgeable person who | | | | sales displays for antique shows, buying at auctions |
| often owns an antique store that can offer you | | | | and shops, restoring furniture and negotiating prices |
| advice when dealing antiques such as authenticity, | | | | with dealers. I also learned how to spot dishonest |
| historical information, price guides, and negotiating | | | | dealers who prey on novice antique lovers. Having |
| services. | | | | bought antiques since I was 20 years old and |
| Online auctions are the time consuming part for new | | | | attended so many auctions I have lost count, I don't |
| sellers and takes some time to get up to speed. | | | | have to tell you, some truly amazing bargains can be |
| Having Good photos and clear descriptions are key to | | | | had if you know what to look out for. Whether |
| ensuring a successful auction because your listing is all | | | | you're buying or selling for profit or just rummaging |
| that that potential bidders have at their disposal to | | | | through the attic, a good book will cover everything |
| make their buying decision. Ebay has a lot to offer an | | | | you need to know to get started right. |