Got it all in front of you? Great!

Now search eBay for each item you have, or comparable items. Make a note of their prices so you have a guide. If your items are "worthless" - i.e. they're only selling for a buck or two, then don't bother (unless you have a lot of them). If you've got any "hot" items, put them to one side.

Before you list you may find a Digital Camera handy. If you don't have one don't worry, but you can buy them now for around $40 and they DO make a hell of a difference to your listings.

List all your normal stuff. Don't spend too much on featured listings, such as Bold, Gallery etc for cheaper items. And don't worry about postage costs - buyer pays these! Make sure you list them at a good time, i.e. around 7-9 pm, and preferably on a Sunday Evening. This means a 7 day Auction will END at 7-9pm on a Sunday Evening - more people surfing :-)

Now list your HOT items. If you have any collectibles, such as coins, toys, books etc, or you have rare items, NOW's time to splash out on featured listings. It depends on how much you expect item to sell for.

For any item you can place a Buy It Now option. Only do this if item is pretty common and sells well, or you want to "fake" value. For example, if a Buy It Now price is $80 and winner ends up bidding $50 he *thinks* he has a bargain.

After everything is listed keep an eye on your items in your "My Ebay" page. It shows you everything. And be sure to answer questions from interested buyers promptly.

After your 7 days are up collect payments and ship items. PayPal is easiest way to accept payments, and eBay owns PayPal so it's all automated. You can withdraw funds from PayPal to your Bank Account directly.

Do this for two or three weeks then you have some cash behind you to get started on your main business!

(C)2004 Stuart Reid, http://www.netpreneurnow.com

P.S. If you want to take Ebay further as a business in it's own right, for example using Drop Shippers, scouring Car Boot Markets and Flea Markets, or selling Information Services (all profitable) then you need "Ultimate Ebay". If you want to learn all insider tricks and secrets to get your auctions selling quicker and higher than ever before, also refer to "Ultimate Ebay" - since it contains 40 of best Books, Reports and Manuals about Ebay ever gathered! http://www.productpacks.com/ebay

9. Study, research, and learn marketing techniques, how to sell, advertising ideas and tips. We recommend some of these books to start: http://www.seymourproducts.com/books/index.shtml They are filled with great ideas and advice.

10. Print out flyers and mail them out to local stores and shops. Let them know what you are offering and give your phone number. Flyers can be passed out in parking lots as well. Make sure you have permission.

11. Contact radio stations and offer your products as prizes for contests for some great exposure.

12. Talk to schools, churches, and other organizations that might be interested in using your products for fundraisers.

13. Have your catalogs and biz cards with you at kids’ sports events. You could easily get orders just by arousing interest in your catalogs.

14. There are so many things you can do. Everytime you get or hear of an idea that interests you, write it down in your planner or notebook. Organize your marketing and advertising efforts and ideas.

15. Local Papers - Run your ads in local newspapers. You can usually get these at very reasonable rates. Ask your local paper if they would consider doing a story about your business. Local papers frequently do a write up for local business owners.

Building a home business takes time and effort and then some, but do not give up. Have passion for your business and for your customers. You can succeed!

************* Terri Seymour and her husband Terry of www.seymourproducts.com offer a no cost, home business opportunity. Apply online. Resources and more for your home business available at www.myownezine.com Free ecourse business-building-ecourse@getresponse.com