When other governments get into everything, they give you healthcare, college and transportation. If theyre gonna nickel and dime us give us a return on our $$$$. Just sayin….
Just recently found your channel and totally love your content. Thank you for sharing your insights. Now I understand your enema plush too. Clever! I’ve been on and off selling on eBay since 1999. In 2005, I went to the eBay convention in Las Vegas. That was an interesting event & a fun way to connect with other resellers. Even bought the eBay cookbook that year as well. Just got back into reselling this past summer and felt pretty good at selling $400 worth of stuff in a week. I have a full-time job so this is a part-time side hustle. I thoroughly love thrifting and finding treasures to resell. However, getting home with those treasures sometimes ends with me not feeling motivated to sell and I ended up with boxes in my living room. So your videos and organization of your items have been great motivation. Just listed 20 items today. Whew! 👏💪 getting it done! I’ve also been selling vintage items on Etsy for about 10 years. Their fees have gone up too.
In the last two days I have sold 6 items. Most of my items are at least $25+. Sold 3 on posh, 2 ebay and 1 on fb. That is really good for me since I have only been selling since the end of April. Can't wait for Q4.
Greetings from Minnesota where our State Govt has been coming up with all sorts of new and interesting fees.......and then outlawed "junk fees." Good times 😐
Congrats. 🎉 This past week was one of my biggest weeks ever after 8 years of selling on the platform. Summer has been absolutely brutal up until now. I'm so grateful for the business. 👍
Are we used to those added fees? Yes. We buyers are used to taking one look and walking. When you're spending more on taxes and fees than the merch, it's time to hit the BACK button and it's fast approaching that point in a lot of cases if not already past it. If anyone is wondering where their buyers went, check out the x-rays of the camel's back.
Hey, same problem from germany. Fees are ridiculous. 11-12% on item and shipping + 0,35cent fix transaction fee and 19% tax on the fee. Also we have to pay the 19% Sales tax to government. Its not worth anymore.
I'm annoyed by the international fees they continually charge me when I have my store set to no international sales. These buyers in other countries who use 3rd party shippers end up eating into my profit and I often forget to check my buyer's location so a lot of them get past me. If we have international buyers blocked, eBay should not only block the international shipping address but also the buyer's registered location. Kinda bummed I'll be closed down during Q4 due to moving but once I'm settled, watch out! LOL
I think it is a way of helping pay for road repairs the damage that bigger vehicles cause. In a state like Minnesota they have to use a lot of winter chemicals due to ice and snow. Here in the south we have a problem with a lot of road damage due to big poultry farm trucks. They would have to raise road taxes on all citizens otherwise. JMHO
@@commonwealthflipper Oh I agree, all states have huge amounts of taxpayer funds waste. Our state Gov just got into a scandal funding foreign vacations with friends on taxpayer dime and a 2K podium.
The people I supply products to who sale on line and at flee markets say things have really been picking up in the last few weeks. Let’s hope that is a good sign for 4Q. I really like your Volgs. But must admit the Trash to Cash podcast is my favorite for entertainment. I don’t know what that says about me. LOL
I am full steam ahead. I am voting as if our lives depend on it, and pray the budget will swing in our favor. We Americans need to educate ourselves about all the nickel and dime and more, that those who serve us are adding to our daily life.
Glad to see many commenters here have quit ebay. It's not for everybody. More sales for me, though ;) Honestly, if a 50 cent buyer fee on a $100 order is going to stop you from doing business, you were never cut out for it in the first place.
Thank you! It’s always funny to see resellers complain and quit because of fees. Also find it a little funny when people quit their jobs to go full time and justify it by saying it’s because of the freedom from a 9-5. Then they turnaround and say they’re working 60 hour weeks and burnt out. Which one is it? Do you have more freedom or is it too hard? I have a 9-5 and resell part time and I’m doing great.
@@OriginalNethead Maybe, but it has nothing to do with eBay or any reseller site. It is mandated by Minnesota law and only impacts a tiny percentage of buyers.
The last time I looked more states were considering the tax. Turner's laugh/smile talking about the jokes. I think, if the sites were smart, they'd make it as easy to read/understand as possible because people are getting smarter and looking for the hidden fees.
Kevin I love those Christmas bells 🔔 I've sold those before. Funny though I went to a church yardsale Saturday and scored big. I got some KidsPlay Bells 🔔 with the sheet music. Two sets plus other music for the bells and cassettes that go with them for $5 I've not looked into it fully yet but from what I can tell I can sell them for around $100
If you look at brick-and-mortar auctions, the buyer's premium is up to the 20-25% region. Does the seller pay a premium too? Yes, usually about 10-20%, depending on the hammer price. Of course, if you have an item that will auction for $500K, or $1 million, or $5 million, then the auction house will cut you a deal.
I think you misunderstood. It is not that the government does not have to disclose taxes. It is that the seller does not have to disclose government taxes and shipping costs. Especially for an online reseller or retailer, it would be impossible to do so as both taxes and shipping is different depending on where the product is going to. This is for the hidden fees, those things such as the fees that car sellers don't disclose on the first sales sheet given to a potential buyer but is only told to the buyer at the time of purchase, after the sale has already been made....things like that.
Oh I remember when you were tracking a Garmin back and forth. Even in your hometown. That was ridiculous bu USPS. It's like the Garmin was out playing by itself checking out the scenery? 😅😅😅 Glad it made ots final destination... No Pun
There should be no “Road fees” anywhere! Roads are another thing that is paid for through our ever increasing taxes! It’s just one more way to get money for them to spend foolishly!
@@commonwealthflipper Oh I'll bet. Looks like you have a beautiful place wherever you're at. New reseller here, thanks for all your content. Very informative.
I started using ebay last year for reselling refurbished retro consoles with games. I came to the realization to utilize marketplace as fees with ebay started rising.
I don't have promotions on. I'm a PT seller. I have less than 750 items. I sell anything I can profit. I have 7 items waiting for the post office tomorrow. Pretty good for PT, less than 750 items and not promoting. Meaning you do not have to promote to sell and have people buy and have people see your items. 7 may not be a lot but since I'm a reseller slacker and don't resell everyday, etc...
@mspaula0509 I've been on ebay for 9 years and trust me it's gone down hill since promotions started. My posts hardly get views. I've been around long enough to 100% see the decline. Maybe you should go elsewhere too because I've seen a increase on other platforms. If you are doing well there you might do even better....
@@videogamessource2473don't assume I haven't been around long enough. I've been buying and selling off/on ebay since 1999. I have items else where, including PM. It's crickets over there. And just by looking at YT sellers, they barely make sales on Mecari and Etsy. So other than those mentioned....where else do you recommend venturing onto? Can't do much on WhatNot unless you have followers that video it. FB Market place has scammers or no shows.
@mikeyb1981 so you give over almost 30% away how is that profitable when it's near impossible to find items to sell worth over 20$... plus most people want 60 70% there's no profit in getting 30% taken
100% Agree Kevin, I think the #marketplace for resellers has confused the seller #platforms and it's a baffling battle, lol and they are trying to be current and #y2k and it's gotta be the best man wins that has the resellers happy. Hands down... There's options for resellers like none before. Hopefully #eBay will do us justice in the long run ? GREAT CONTENT PER USUAL BTW ✅
I assume the fee is because they think there’s an increase in commercial deliveries causing the roads to deteriorate faster, so they tack on a fee. Not too far fetched if that’s what it is!
I love the videos keep up the good work. I do have a question that maybe you can answer. I am not a full time reseller on ebay but I do put items on there from time to time. Something that I have noticed recently is that some of the items that I have sold have ended up after everything has been about a 50% fee. Can you tell what I am doing wrong?
Also I ❤ Turners jokes & learning about how Reagan is doing things within the business. That's the dream right ✅️ So to those getting so bent about them being on the videos, or whatever folks want to say the reason is, go kick rocks imo. I enjoy seeing you and your family living a dream you've held in your heart. I also believe if more people would go back to focusing on the family in that manner then this world would be a much more healthy & happy place. Evil has managed to slowly press its way into making us have to choose between our jobs, our partners/family time, and God. We put it aside for one reason or another & all necessary at at the moment, but that's how evil gains its footing. It creeps in like that then divides from within & families break. YOUR DREAM of unity, knowing the importance of having that core strength of your family & that you keep that strength empowered with the power of God is why I watch you & you deliver good reselling information & are a natural leader. I need to add that in. Folks lose all that by getting bent over a kids joke, then 😒 sad for them, its their loss.
The roads are getting really bad in Louisiana. I keep saying invest some of the tax money safely, make our taxes make money, to get everything done. Stop overtaxing.
One thing eBay could do is Get rid of store Subscriber fee keep the store format But not charge us for it and scrap the shipping supplies in honesty They are overpriced If you look on there a lot of people just sell. the shipping supplies you have to watch it if you was shopping for the eBay shipping Supply to use your code cuz your code will not work on. some of them sellers good idea, try to get their brainy now more but I don't think it working out that great in opinion? I think they should just give the users a 5-10 discount coupon each month. in the long run it would help more sales. for everybody
Colorado implemented a "delivery fee" last year'ish? .30 cents last time I checked...the money goes towards roads, ect. upkeep...I'm cool with it, so far!! because it is better than an overall tax increase which would include people who don't even use any type of delivery service.
I would argue that everybody uses some kind of delivery service. Everybody gets the mail. Things are delivered to grocery stores and people buy them. I’d be fine with it if the also got rid of the taxes on gas that are already in place. They just add on. Never do we see a decrease in these things.
It's sort of a hidden tax. Most of all, sales taxes are regressive. A tax on the poor and middle to keep them down.. the less you earn the more they hurt.
I stopped going to live auctions years ago when the auction houses started implementing a buyer premium in addition to the % commission they charge the seller. Some of those buyers premiums are getting as high or higher than the sellers %. I never felt it was right for them to get money on both ends like that and that's what some of the online platforms like Mercari are doing. Also, I don't believe Ebay is anywhere near done with their fee increases as the Amazon FBA fees are still much higher than Ebays fees. It doesn't make any sense but I feel that Ebay looks at those Amazon fees as attainable for them to implement over time even though Ebay doesn't stor ethe products that sell, have no warehouse space or have the logistics to do what Amazon does. Get buckled up--it's going to be a bumpy ride.
Great video fees are so bad I owe eBay, and I'm not making money. I see some jerk thinks it's great if people quit more sales for him, we'll I'm not quiting! Been doing this since the 1990s
I would guess ebay has been startled both by people's willingness to not have a 'home platform' that they list everything on, and also the improvements to cross listing software. I would not be surprised if soon there are software platforms where sellers can draft listings outside of any specific platform, so choosing between reselling sites would be a regular part of making a new listing. Sellers are also more willing to permanently rage quit a platform in the way Genz quits jobs more quickly than other generations. This gives them several unique challenges they did not have 10 years ago. Not to mention, lots of people are creating content around how to start selling on Amazon and a lot of Amazon sellers only sell there once they get up and running.
I wish eBay would pass the 30 and 40 cent FVF on to the buyer, I’ll gladly still pay the 15% if they could do that. I sell mostly cards, so low value cards I only pay a few cents for the 15% FVF, but the .30 kills me on margin
I don't care who people vote for in November because at the end...it doesn't matter. NONE of them are really working for us minons (Trump, Kennedy, Harris, etc, etc). But Trump wants to force Tariffs on things purchased from overseas...who do you think will pick up that tab?! US...the consumer. All I think about are the ones that complain about import fees, etc from other countries (Europe, Canada, etc). Trump's Tariff isn't going to help your pocket either. Like I said-it doesn't matter who you vote for in November...none of them are working for us.
No. Come on now. Remember covid when folks bought all the sanitizer they could to resell at crazy prices? Some were RIGHTLY prosecuted. Still those folks do not control the price of eggs unless it is from their own chickens and good luck to them if they can get $20 a dozen. Monopolies and corporate greed are the issue on a federal level. As an aside, a news story broke recently that indeed some corporations admitted to raising the price of eggs (and milk, I think) and keeping them high.
You never see on the gas pump how much just the gas costs plus how much tax per gallon you're paying. Rules for thee but not for me. No surprise there. Makes flea markets look more lucrative.
It's wild how much the gas tax varies from state to state. That said, the federal gas tax is not tied to inflation and has not increased since 1993. Combine that with EVs taking a bite out of gas tax revenue and it's no wonder states are trying to make up for their perceived lack of road funding.
I would think that a good portion of eBay sellers need not worry about this 50¢ fee. Getting a $100 sale is usually not happening for sellers whose stores are filled with a multitude of dirty plush, stained tupperware, broken dolls/toys, anything/everything with missing parts that is deemed vintage, (even if the item was made last year). So many listings are absolute junk....unequivocal trash. And I'm not talking about one man's trash is another dude's delight....I am talking about things too crappy to pass on. Folks need to draw the line on what is acceptable to put your name on and what should be walked out on bin day. A touch of discretion, please. There are still good items, of course, but please....don't tell me you haven't cruised through the listings in a certain category and wondered....WHY is this even listed?
Colorado started this fee in 2022 but NOT ONE RESELLER made a video about it. No other State has this tax. If you actually read the Minnesota Department Of revenue page it is on luxury goods and excludes food, anything medical, even items used for the purpose of resale (plus more). In addition there are multiple exemptions including businesses who don't make more that $1 million or marketplace providers making less than $100,000.00 (these are on Minnesota retail sales only.. before sales tax etc) . Obviously this tax got passed to a tiny fraction of buyers on eBay because eBay probably exceeds these exemptions.. not the sellers. They are doing this because the state is loosing revenue to pay for the roads from the gas tax because more people are using electric vehicles. This is the official "why" from the State. I am not here for politics which is what this video has now become (see comments) It feels targeted especially with the clickbait title and the fact that the Governor of said state is running for VP. Things are polarized and hard enough for resellers without us fighting with each other AND over a tax that no one seems to really be looking up. I get it.. I'm over the crazy taxes, fees, subscriptions, Spirit Airline type of world we are in. We just bought a house last year in CA and it was really difficult. I was a huge fan of yours. I was so inspired by your saying of save a dollar spend a dollar and donate a dollar that I personally used it as a mission statement for my own business. Now I'm just frustrated because I don't want to have to feel like I'm fact checking and possibly have your fans coming after me. I appreciate that we definitely don't agree on politics but please if you are going to do these type of videos...PLEASE try and gather all the info before forming an opinion. That way we all have common ground to have a meaningful conversation or debate.
Kevin made the video because he was getting messages from customers in Minnesota asking what was going on. I know for a face other sellers have received similar message in recent weeks. I can only assume the government in Minnesota did not do a good job at educating their constituents about the new tax. (I'm sorry, "Retail Delivery Fee" 🙄). Kevin had no clue what it was, but after the 3rd time he decided he needed to look into it. Part of the theme of this channel is educating other sellers, so why shouldn't he talk about something like this? You have boldly stated no other reseller made a video about a similar fee in Colorado. How do you know this? There are dozens upon dozens of resellers who make videos on this platform and others, so to assert that not one of them ever mentioned the fee in Colorado is absurd and arrogant. Even if true, why should that keep Kevin from talking about something on HIS channel? Kevin gives his thoughts and opinions on various topics. That's not new. Sometimes I agree with him. Sometimes I disagree with him. That's okay. We will all have different thoughts and opinions. According to my own research, as of January 2024, there were 53,356 EVs registered in the State of Minnesota. This is out of over 4M registered vehicles statewide. They may be losing a relatively small amount of road tax revenue, but why are people who may not have EVs having to make up for it? Why not charge a tax on people who own EVs to make up the tax. That would be fair thing to do, if their reason for the new tax is genuine. I appreciate the context you've added, but I am not sure that it really changes things. Slashing spending so people can keep more of THEIR money is what grows businesses. I have no problem with people who use roads having to pay for the upkeep. I have a problem with the sneaky way it is done. It's a tax, not a fee. If EVs are the reason why, tax those folks, not everybody else. I understand you are not here for the politics. For better or worse, the actions government takes does impact businesses. Therefore, I think it is relevant to discuss these things. There is a lot of forecasting going on that the US dollar will soon collapse. If you think prices are high now, if that happens you best buckle up, it is going to be a bumpy ride. What if the income tax credit isn't renewed after next year? That's going to hurt resellers customer base, too. These are all things which are highly relevant. I'm sure there are a lot of resellers out there that do not realize that might vote in a manner that will hurt their business. Educating them is important. They may still vote how they intend, but at least they will understand what is happening when their sales dry up and business fails.
Minnesota has some of the best roads in the nation. Also they spend billions every year on snow plows and drivers. I don't mind paying for what I use every day.
@@herosubnotfold I live in MN, about 50 miles from two large Somalian communities, a large Mexican community. A large Honduran community and one large Micronesian community; (small town, large percentage.) And I'm about 2 hours from large Hmong communities. In my tiny village there's at least 3 Muslims. We're pretty diverse. It's all pockets.
First of all, I am a huge fan! Second, I'm really scared now. I just got started up on eBay. Right now it's the only platform I think I would feel comfortable on. Thank you for all the great info. Your input and insight really makes a difference.
The government has to have their tentacles into everything.
bro thinks the government is a squid
When other governments get into everything, they give you healthcare, college and transportation. If theyre gonna nickel and dime us give us a return on our $$$$. Just sayin….
When other governments get into everything they get healthcare, college and transportation hmmmmm on side note, dear god youre organized! Impressive
FYI you can use a magic eraser on bats and it will take off almost all of the marks takes about 1 minute bats look 100% better
Hey CWP! Another great video! You're right about the consumer getting used to all these added fees. It's almost out of control.
Stay on the high horse Kevin! I love your opinions.
Just recently found your channel and totally love your content. Thank you for sharing your insights. Now I understand your enema plush too. Clever!
I’ve been on and off selling on eBay since 1999. In 2005, I went to the eBay convention in Las Vegas. That was an interesting event & a fun way to connect with other resellers. Even bought the eBay cookbook that year as well. Just got back into reselling this past summer and felt pretty good at selling $400 worth of stuff in a week. I have a full-time job so this is a part-time side hustle. I thoroughly love thrifting and finding treasures to resell. However, getting home with those treasures sometimes ends with me not feeling motivated to sell and I ended up with boxes in my living room. So your videos and organization of your items have been great motivation. Just listed 20 items today. Whew! 👏💪 getting it done! I’ve also been selling vintage items on Etsy for about 10 years. Their fees have gone up too.
Thanks for watching. I appreciate the kind words
In the last two days I have sold 6 items. Most of my items are at least $25+. Sold 3 on posh, 2 ebay and 1 on fb. That is really good for me since I have only been selling since the end of April. Can't wait for Q4.
Greetings from Minnesota where our State Govt has been coming up with all sorts of new and interesting fees.......and then outlawed "junk fees." Good times 😐
I just had my biggest month ever in 17 years of selling.
Congrats. 🎉 This past week was one of my biggest weeks ever after 8 years of selling on the platform. Summer has been absolutely brutal up until now. I'm so grateful for the business. 👍
I had my worst in 20.
Congratulations. August was my best month since I started back January 2023. I am thrilled. I hope we've made the turn toward Q4!
I,am a retired chef still work Saturday and Sunday and i always share the jokes at work and staff love them.
Are we used to those added fees? Yes. We buyers are used to taking one look and walking. When you're spending more on taxes and fees than the merch, it's time to hit the BACK button and it's fast approaching that point in a lot of cases if not already past it. If anyone is wondering where their buyers went, check out the x-rays of the camel's back.
❤ I’m just getting started as a seller and hope I can get a hang of all of it ❤ Thanks for sharing ❤
I am a steady eddy type, I will continue on but continue to get pickier about the items I pick to resell. I appreciate these podcasts.
Mercari now does show the buyer fees next to the cost of the item one wants to purchase when one clicks on an item.
Yes I noticed that. I like that. It's not a guessing game. You know before you buy.
I like that because now I think about it before purchasing something now😅
Hey, same problem from germany. Fees are ridiculous.
11-12% on item and shipping + 0,35cent fix transaction fee and 19% tax on the fee. Also we have to pay the 19% Sales tax to government. Its not worth anymore.
I'm annoyed by the international fees they continually charge me when I have my store set to no international sales. These buyers in other countries who use 3rd party shippers end up eating into my profit and I often forget to check my buyer's location so a lot of them get past me. If we have international buyers blocked, eBay should not only block the international shipping address but also the buyer's registered location. Kinda bummed I'll be closed down during Q4 due to moving but once I'm settled, watch out! LOL
I think it is a way of helping pay for road repairs the damage that bigger vehicles cause. In a state like Minnesota they have to use a lot of winter chemicals due to ice and snow.
Here in the south we have a problem with a lot of road damage due to big poultry farm trucks. They would have to raise road taxes on all citizens otherwise.
JMHO
Or… they could cut the budget somewhere else and use those funds for the COMMON good of everyone who use roads.
@@commonwealthflipper Oh I agree, all states have huge amounts of taxpayer funds waste. Our state Gov just got into a scandal funding foreign vacations with friends on taxpayer dime and a 2K podium.
The people I supply products to who sale on line and at flee markets say things have really been picking up in the last few weeks. Let’s hope that is a good sign for 4Q. I really like your Volgs. But must admit the Trash to Cash podcast is my favorite for entertainment. I don’t know what that says about me. LOL
Happy Labor Day ♥️🇺🇸
I am full steam ahead. I am voting as if our lives depend on it, and pray the budget will swing in our favor. We Americans need to educate ourselves about all the nickel and dime and more, that those who serve us are adding to our daily life.
Isn't Waltz the governor there?
Yes!!
Over 100 dollar transactions now, all transactions later
Awww! Your kids are so cute!
Minnesota does not have sales tax on clothing… one of the main reason the Mall of America is located there.
I believe all states don't have taxes on clothes. So Minnesota isn't special.
@@jabeachdates85339 states have sales tax on clothes so I would say they are special along with the other 10 that don’t
@@jabeachdates853 Indiana taxes clothing.
@@jabeachdates853Im in IL and we pay tax on clothes. Had no idea some states don't
@@jabeachdates853 Ohio does.
Glad to see many commenters here have quit ebay. It's not for everybody. More sales for me, though ;)
Honestly, if a 50 cent buyer fee on a $100 order is going to stop you from doing business, you were never cut out for it in the first place.
Always more new sellers to take their place
Thank you! It’s always funny to see resellers complain and quit because of fees. Also find it a little funny when people quit their jobs to go full time and justify it by saying it’s because of the freedom from a 9-5. Then they turnaround and say they’re working 60 hour weeks and burnt out. Which one is it? Do you have more freedom or is it too hard? I have a 9-5 and resell part time and I’m doing great.
It's not the 50 cent fee. It's the 50 cent fee on top of everything else. The camel's back went.
@@OriginalNethead Maybe, but it has nothing to do with eBay or any reseller site. It is mandated by Minnesota law and only impacts a tiny percentage of buyers.
The last time I looked more states were considering the tax.
Turner's laugh/smile talking about the jokes.
I think, if the sites were smart, they'd make it as easy to read/understand as possible because people are getting smarter and looking for the hidden fees.
Fees will never stop going up unless we all do something about it
Like...form a union???
That Fee has been in several western states for more than a year
yes, we have it here in Colorado
Kevin, the California thing was because a bunch of restaurants were starting to add a 3-5% "cost of living" or "employee benefits" charge on checks.
Its full steam ahead!
Colorado has a new fee like that also
A snapshot of things to come - November matters more than ever before!
Kevin I love those Christmas bells 🔔 I've sold those before. Funny though I went to a church yardsale Saturday and scored big. I got some KidsPlay Bells 🔔 with the sheet music. Two sets plus other music for the bells and cassettes that go with them for $5 I've not looked into it fully yet but from what I can tell I can sell them for around $100
I'm a big steamer... er I mean I'm a big full steamy over here... er we're moving forward with a positive vibe and full intensity!
Colorado being doing a delivery "fee" on most things regardless of price...
If you look at brick-and-mortar auctions, the buyer's premium is up to the 20-25% region. Does the seller pay a premium too? Yes, usually about 10-20%, depending on the hammer price. Of course, if you have an item that will auction for $500K, or $1 million, or $5 million, then the auction house will cut you a deal.
I think you misunderstood. It is not that the government does not have to disclose taxes. It is that the seller does not have to disclose government taxes and shipping costs. Especially for an online reseller or retailer, it would be impossible to do so as both taxes and shipping is different depending on where the product is going to. This is for the hidden fees, those things such as the fees that car sellers don't disclose on the first sales sheet given to a potential buyer but is only told to the buyer at the time of purchase, after the sale has already been made....things like that.
Oh I understand. It should be true of the government fees and taxes as well
Oh I remember when you were tracking a Garmin back and forth. Even in your hometown. That was ridiculous bu USPS. It's like the Garmin was out playing by itself checking out the scenery? 😅😅😅 Glad it made ots final destination... No Pun
There should be no “Road fees” anywhere! Roads are another thing that is paid for through our ever increasing taxes! It’s just one more way to get money for them to spend foolishly!
As a buyer do I consider the fees you bet I do it makes a difference in what I pay or bid and yes Inwill walk away from a buy if the total is to high
FULL STEAM AHEAD! Thanks for your great channel
Hello and good September morning Kevin 😊😊
You need a doggy door...LOL
Too many other critters around my house for that.
@@commonwealthflipper Oh I'll bet. Looks like you have a beautiful place wherever you're at. New reseller here, thanks for all your content. Very informative.
I started using ebay last year for reselling refurbished retro consoles with games. I came to the realization to utilize marketplace as fees with ebay started rising.
Ebay has gone down the crapper since promotions im selling elsewhere more now
I don't have promotions on. I'm a PT seller. I have less than 750 items. I sell anything I can profit. I have 7 items waiting for the post office tomorrow.
Pretty good for PT, less than 750 items and not promoting.
Meaning you do not have to promote to sell and have people buy and have people see your items.
7 may not be a lot but since I'm a reseller slacker and don't resell everyday, etc...
@mspaula0509 I've been on ebay for 9 years and trust me it's gone down hill since promotions started. My posts hardly get views. I've been around long enough to 100% see the decline. Maybe you should go elsewhere too because I've seen a increase on other platforms. If you are doing well there you might do even better....
@@videogamessource2473don't assume I haven't been around long enough. I've been buying and selling off/on ebay since 1999.
I have items else where, including PM. It's crickets over there.
And just by looking at YT sellers, they barely make sales on Mecari and Etsy.
So other than those mentioned....where else do you recommend venturing onto? Can't do much on WhatNot unless you have followers that video it.
FB Market place has scammers or no shows.
I promote everything at 12% and things are selling like crazy
@mikeyb1981 so you give over almost 30% away how is that profitable when it's near impossible to find items to sell worth over 20$... plus most people want 60 70% there's no profit in getting 30% taken
100% Agree Kevin,
I think the #marketplace for resellers has confused the seller #platforms and it's a baffling battle, lol and they are trying to be current and #y2k and it's gotta be the best man wins that has the resellers happy. Hands down... There's options for resellers like none before. Hopefully #eBay will do us justice in the long run ?
GREAT CONTENT PER USUAL BTW ✅
I live in Colorado we pay tax on any thing online stores.
I am full steam ahead.
pretty simple, protecting corporations that are not successful in the online selling game…..
I stopped using ebay years ago due to fee's. They weren't worth it.
All of them have fees. But you do you.
I wonder if the Minnesota fee is to make the delivery business help pay for road maintenance?
These fees are becoming a killer!
Awesome video man
There is going to be a lot more 99.99 dollar online sales in Minnesota now.
I assume the fee is because they think there’s an increase in commercial deliveries causing the roads to deteriorate faster, so they tack on a fee. Not too far fetched if that’s what it is!
I love the videos keep up the good work. I do have a question that maybe you can answer. I am not a full time reseller on ebay but I do put items on there from time to time. Something that I have noticed recently is that some of the items that I have sold have ended up after everything has been about a 50% fee. Can you tell what I am doing wrong?
Going full steam ahead
Also I ❤ Turners jokes & learning about how Reagan is doing things within the business. That's the dream right ✅️ So to those getting so bent about them being on the videos, or whatever folks want to say the reason is, go kick rocks imo. I enjoy seeing you and your family living a dream you've held in your heart. I also believe if more people would go back to focusing on the family in that manner then this world would be a much more healthy & happy place. Evil has managed to slowly press its way into making us have to choose between our jobs, our partners/family time, and God. We put it aside for one reason or another & all necessary at at the moment, but that's how evil gains its footing. It creeps in like that then divides from within & families break. YOUR DREAM of unity, knowing the importance of having that core strength of your family & that you keep that strength empowered with the power of God is why I watch you & you deliver good reselling information & are a natural leader. I need to add that in. Folks lose all that by getting bent over a kids joke, then 😒 sad for them, its their loss.
Gas taxes don’t even cover half the cost to maintain the roads. Most of it comes from the general budget.
The roads are getting really bad in Louisiana. I keep saying invest some of the tax money safely, make our taxes make money, to get everything done. Stop overtaxing.
I saw that bs fee as well. As if Minn wasn't horrible enough.
Him retelling the joke made me subscribe!
I have that same bat listed for $28 free shipping. been listed for months. sold others.... this one is sitting... Guess I need to raise my prices..
One thing eBay could do is Get rid of store Subscriber fee keep the store format But not charge us for it and scrap the shipping supplies in honesty They are overpriced If you look on there a lot of people just sell. the shipping supplies you have to watch it if you was shopping for the eBay shipping Supply to use your code cuz your code will not work on. some of them sellers good idea, try to get their brainy now more but I don't think it working out that great in opinion? I think they should just give the users a 5-10 discount coupon each month. in the long run it would help more sales. for everybody
Hmm. Not likely but I wouldn’t oppose it.
In Minnesota they have no taxes on clothing so maybe this is a way to get more tax revenue idk for sure but seems likely
eBay treats their fees like a buffet. They know they're full, but if they can find room for onr more plate, they'll go back for more.
Way to protect your son. It was funny 😁
Full Steam Ahead For Q4!
All the Best of Luck to All the Resellers out there!
eBay fees with promoted fee now exceeds amazon MF fees. It’s getting ridiculous now
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Colorado implemented a "delivery fee" last year'ish? .30 cents last time I checked...the money goes towards roads, ect. upkeep...I'm cool with it, so far!! because it is better than an overall tax increase which would include people who don't even use any type of delivery service.
I would argue that everybody uses some kind of delivery service. Everybody gets the mail. Things are delivered to grocery stores and people buy them. I’d be fine with it if the also got rid of the taxes on gas that are already in place. They just add on. Never do we see a decrease in these things.
It's sort of a hidden tax. Most of all, sales taxes are regressive. A tax on the poor and middle to keep them down.. the less you earn the more they hurt.
Hey flip is OK because all you pay is a dollar or 50 cents for all your stuff you sell
I stopped going to live auctions years ago when the auction houses started implementing a buyer premium in addition to the % commission they charge the seller. Some of those buyers premiums are getting as high or higher than the sellers %. I never felt it was right for them to get money on both ends like that and that's what some of the online platforms like Mercari are doing. Also, I don't believe Ebay is anywhere near done with their fee increases as the Amazon FBA fees are still much higher than Ebays fees. It doesn't make any sense but I feel that Ebay looks at those Amazon fees as attainable for them to implement over time even though Ebay doesn't stor ethe products that sell, have no warehouse space or have the logistics to do what Amazon does. Get buckled up--it's going to be a bumpy ride.
Minnesota is doing its best to be California of the midwest
VP candidate Wals from Minnesota, if elected..…. Prob will become a “National Tax”
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Good....I hope they keep increasing their fees until they take 99% . People will still use them 😂.
Becky is a high school choir teacher
Great video fees are so bad I owe eBay, and I'm not making money. I see some jerk thinks it's great if people quit more sales for him, we'll I'm not quiting! Been doing this since the 1990s
He's not a jerk. I often think the same thing. More for me.
I would guess ebay has been startled both by people's willingness to not have a 'home platform' that they list everything on, and also the improvements to cross listing software. I would not be surprised if soon there are software platforms where sellers can draft listings outside of any specific platform, so choosing between reselling sites would be a regular part of making a new listing. Sellers are also more willing to permanently rage quit a platform in the way Genz quits jobs more quickly than other generations. This gives them several unique challenges they did not have 10 years ago. Not to mention, lots of people are creating content around how to start selling on Amazon and a lot of Amazon sellers only sell there once they get up and running.
Does ebay require anything extra when shipping items with lithium batteries in them?
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I wish eBay would pass the 30 and 40 cent FVF on to the buyer, I’ll gladly still pay the 15% if they could do that. I sell mostly cards, so low value cards I only pay a few cents for the 15% FVF, but the .30 kills me on margin
It's a payment processing fee. It will never go away. All payment processers I can think of have it
OMG you have the Fleet Enema Man! Lol
I've sold thousands of them
So you do alot of auctions? Or are you setting prices for everything u post?
Fees and taxes are getting so crazy. The government just wants to keep us poor. 😢
New Hampshire has no sales nor income tax... 😊
Walz adding that fee in Minnesota. Kamala's price gouging plan may limit how much a reseller marks up what they are selling.
I don't care who people vote for in November because at the end...it doesn't matter. NONE of them are really working for us minons (Trump, Kennedy, Harris, etc, etc).
But Trump wants to force Tariffs on things purchased from overseas...who do you think will pick up that tab?! US...the consumer.
All I think about are the ones that complain about import fees, etc from other countries (Europe, Canada, etc).
Trump's Tariff isn't going to help your pocket either.
Like I said-it doesn't matter who you vote for in November...none of them are working for us.
No. Come on now. Remember covid when folks bought all the sanitizer they could to resell at crazy prices? Some were RIGHTLY prosecuted. Still those folks do not control the price of eggs unless it is from their own chickens and good luck to them if they can get $20 a dozen. Monopolies and corporate greed are the issue on a federal level. As an aside, a news story broke recently that indeed some corporations admitted to raising the price of eggs (and milk, I think) and keeping them high.
You never see on the gas pump how much just the gas costs plus how much tax per gallon you're paying. Rules for thee but not for me. No surprise there. Makes flea markets look more lucrative.
It's wild how much the gas tax varies from state to state. That said, the federal gas tax is not tied to inflation and has not increased since 1993. Combine that with EVs taking a bite out of gas tax revenue and it's no wonder states are trying to make up for their perceived lack of road funding.
It should have to be posted on the pump in each state. Not likely though.
Death & Taxes you can't escape either.
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Need some help on Bonanza. Over 100 items and have views just not sure what I am doing wrong. LOL. Thanks love the videos.
You're selling on Bonanza
I have 2000 on bonanza and only get 3-7 sales a month.
People unsub over any little thing. Lol!! Just keep doing the same thing.
Can't be. Tim Walz is for the little guy. Isn't he?
eBay owns Goldin....
I would think that a good portion of eBay sellers need not worry about this 50¢ fee.
Getting a $100 sale is usually not happening for sellers whose stores are filled with a multitude of dirty plush, stained tupperware, broken dolls/toys, anything/everything with missing parts that is deemed vintage, (even if the item was made last year).
So many listings are absolute junk....unequivocal trash. And I'm not talking about one man's trash is another dude's delight....I am talking about things too crappy to pass on. Folks need to draw the line on what is acceptable to put your name on and what should be walked out on bin day. A touch of discretion, please.
There are still good items, of course, but please....don't tell me you haven't cruised through the listings in a certain category and wondered....WHY is this even listed?
Will those Christmas bulbs get shipped with USPS?
Colorado started this fee in 2022 but NOT ONE RESELLER made a video about it. No other State has this tax. If you actually read the Minnesota Department Of revenue page it is on luxury goods and excludes food, anything medical, even items used for the purpose of resale (plus more). In addition there are multiple exemptions including businesses who don't make more that $1 million or marketplace providers making less than $100,000.00 (these are on Minnesota retail sales only.. before sales tax etc) . Obviously this tax got passed to a tiny fraction of buyers on eBay because eBay probably exceeds these exemptions.. not the sellers. They are doing this because the state is loosing revenue to pay for the roads from the gas tax because more people are using electric vehicles. This is the official "why" from the State.
I am not here for politics which is what this video has now become (see comments) It feels targeted especially with the clickbait title and the fact that the Governor of said state is running for VP. Things are polarized and hard enough for resellers without us fighting with each other AND over a tax that no one seems to really be looking up. I get it.. I'm over the crazy taxes, fees, subscriptions, Spirit Airline type of world we are in. We just bought a house last year in CA and it was really difficult. I was a huge fan of yours. I was so inspired by your saying of save a dollar spend a dollar and donate a dollar that I personally used it as a mission statement for my own business. Now I'm just frustrated because I don't want to have to feel like I'm fact checking and possibly have your fans coming after me. I appreciate that we definitely don't agree on politics but please if you are going to do these type of videos...PLEASE try and gather all the info before forming an opinion. That way we all have common ground to have a meaningful conversation or debate.
Kevin made the video because he was getting messages from customers in Minnesota asking what was going on. I know for a face other sellers have received similar message in recent weeks. I can only assume the government in Minnesota did not do a good job at educating their constituents about the new tax. (I'm sorry, "Retail Delivery Fee" 🙄). Kevin had no clue what it was, but after the 3rd time he decided he needed to look into it. Part of the theme of this channel is educating other sellers, so why shouldn't he talk about something like this? You have boldly stated no other reseller made a video about a similar fee in Colorado. How do you know this? There are dozens upon dozens of resellers who make videos on this platform and others, so to assert that not one of them ever mentioned the fee in Colorado is absurd and arrogant. Even if true, why should that keep Kevin from talking about something on HIS channel? Kevin gives his thoughts and opinions on various topics. That's not new. Sometimes I agree with him. Sometimes I disagree with him. That's okay. We will all have different thoughts and opinions.
According to my own research, as of January 2024, there were 53,356 EVs registered in the State of Minnesota. This is out of over 4M registered vehicles statewide. They may be losing a relatively small amount of road tax revenue, but why are people who may not have EVs having to make up for it? Why not charge a tax on people who own EVs to make up the tax. That would be fair thing to do, if their reason for the new tax is genuine.
I appreciate the context you've added, but I am not sure that it really changes things. Slashing spending so people can keep more of THEIR money is what grows businesses. I have no problem with people who use roads having to pay for the upkeep. I have a problem with the sneaky way it is done. It's a tax, not a fee. If EVs are the reason why, tax those folks, not everybody else.
I understand you are not here for the politics. For better or worse, the actions government takes does impact businesses. Therefore, I think it is relevant to discuss these things. There is a lot of forecasting going on that the US dollar will soon collapse. If you think prices are high now, if that happens you best buckle up, it is going to be a bumpy ride. What if the income tax credit isn't renewed after next year? That's going to hurt resellers customer base, too. These are all things which are highly relevant. I'm sure there are a lot of resellers out there that do not realize that might vote in a manner that will hurt their business. Educating them is important. They may still vote how they intend, but at least they will understand what is happening when their sales dry up and business fails.
Lol, if you have a king and/or a queen in your country, you have bigger problems than a joke 😂😂
Slow times
Minnesota has some of the best roads in the nation. Also they spend billions every year on snow plows and drivers. I don't mind paying for what I use every day.
@@herosubnotfold I live in MN, about 50 miles from two large Somalian communities, a large Mexican community. A large Honduran community and one large Micronesian community; (small town, large percentage.) And I'm about 2 hours from large Hmong communities. In my tiny village there's at least 3 Muslims. We're pretty diverse. It's all pockets.
Where do you live in Minnesota where they have the “best” roads? Where I live that is no where near the case.
That what gas tax is for. Albert
Electrics don't pay for gas. I was comparing with states like Nebraska and Missouri. Barely any pavement left anywhere.
First of all, I am a huge fan! Second, I'm really scared now. I just got started up on eBay. Right now it's the only platform I think I would feel comfortable on. Thank you for all the great info. Your input and insight really makes a difference.
No need to be scared