TMLFAN 0 Report post Posted March 23, 2016 $6 shipping went to the seller $10 shipping went to Pitney Bowes $15 import charges to Pitney Bowes That $15 is the killer. How do you justify $15 on a $45 sale. That's 33% The sale was for a jersey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfitz804 0 Report post Posted March 23, 2016 That shipping charge seems exceptionally low, but if that was what they charged, I see what you're saying. How would the actual import charges be calculated? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsh139 0 Report post Posted March 23, 2016 I've been using the global shipping program because I'm so nervous of shady people just claiming non receipt and me being SOL. I feel like once it's out of the country there's no recourse. With the GSP, once it gets to the domestic forwarding center, the seller's obligation is complete. I'm guessing you can use USPS global express shipping, but that cost is just as exorbitant as the GSP anyway. What do you guys do? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Dude_Abides 0 Report post Posted March 23, 2016 I cross the border and ship it to anywhere in the states...I know...I suck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4freezy 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 http://m.ebay.com/itm/Edmonton-Oilers-Jersey-CCM-Authentic-Size-52-/262351809239?nav=SEARCH Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfitz804 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 I've been using the global shipping program because I'm so nervous of shady people just claiming non receipt and me being SOL. I feel like once it's out of the country there's no recourse. With the GSP, once it gets to the domestic forwarding center, the seller's obligation is complete. I'm guessing you can use USPS global express shipping, but that cost is just as exorbitant as the GSP anyway. What do you guys do? I do First Class International packages. Most non US buyers are ok with the extra wait because it's cheaper, and unlike Priority, you can just hand it to the mailman. I used to resist overseas transactions because of the perceived added hassle, but I've never had a single issue with a non US bidder (and I have thousands of transactions), but I've had plenty in the US. The Dude's way is better, though. Jersey in 2 days instead of two weeks, thanks again!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsh139 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 I do First Class International packages. Most non US buyers are ok with the extra wait because it's cheaper, and unlike Priority, you can just hand it to the mailman. I used to resist overseas transactions because of the perceived added hassle, but I've never had a single issue with a non US bidder (and I have thousands of transactions), but I've had plenty in the US. The Dude's way is better, though. Jersey in 2 days instead of two weeks, thanks again!! Yeah, the border crossing trick is aces, for sure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Devilsguy 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 I do First Class International packages. Most non US buyers are ok with the extra wait because it's cheaper, and unlike Priority, you can just hand it to the mailman. I used to resist overseas transactions because of the perceived added hassle, but I've never had a single issue with a non US bidder (and I have thousands of transactions), but I've had plenty in the US. The Dude's way is better, though. Jersey in 2 days instead of two weeks, thanks again!! When shipping to Canada, how do you calculate the cost? Do you do a flat rate, give a good guestimate depending on where the buyer lives or have eBay do it? When I have sold to Canada in the past, I would usually charge $25 USD flat and ship it First Class International. Then I would pray the person lives in eastern Canada as shipping normally from NJ would be $17-23. However, if I am shipping to someplace like BC, I usually end up paying like $23-35. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfitz804 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 I let eBay calculate it based in location. If you put in the proper dimensions and weight, they are pretty accurate. I have never had them be wrong. You just need to plan ahead a little and actually have the shipping box and actually weigh it before you list the item. I don't charge a flat rate because I have a fundamental issue with pocketing extra money by overcharging for shipping. If you charged $25 flat, and the max that you'd pay is $25, then you're overcharging the people who cost $17-23. Praying that it will cost less than what you charged doesn't seem right to me, unless you are returning that $2-8 to the buyer. I'm so adamant about it that if I accidentally do overcharge for shipping (its rare, if you ship often enough you know how much a boxed jersey weighs), I refund it to the buyer after shipping the item with an apology. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Devilsguy 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 I always am upfront about the cost for the shipping, so even if I pocket a little extra money I usually don't feel too bad. I consider that the "handling" fee because I have to spend extra time at the post office filling out those customs forms. I usually lie a bit about the value as well as write on the declaration "MADE IN CANADA" as I hear that actually gets the buyer to avoid possible duty fees. However, when the item ships to someplace like Vancouver, I just suck it up and absorb the loss (plus of course the approx 13% fee eBay and Paypal take out combined). I think I will try your method next time I an considering letting Canadian buyers bid on one of my items. Couldn't hurt and it seems simple enough. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockey Bob 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 (edited) http://m.ebay.com/itm/Edmonton-Oilers-Jersey-CCM-Authentic-Size-52-/262351809239?nav=SEARCH Daaaaaaaaang. I hope you snagged it. Edited March 25, 2016 by Hockey Bob Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfitz804 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 I always am upfront about the cost for the shipping, so even if I pocket a little extra money I usually don't feel too bad. I consider that the "handling" fee because I have to spend extra time at the post office filling out those customs forms. I usually lie a bit about the value as well as write on the declaration "MADE IN CANADA" as I hear that actually gets the buyer to avoid possible duty fees. However, when the item ships to someplace like Vancouver, I just suck it up and absorb the loss (plus of course the approx 13% fee eBay and Paypal take out combined). I think I will try your method next time I an considering letting Canadian buyers bid on one of my items. Couldn't hurt and it seems simple enough. It always comes out right, the buyers are always happy because they avoid the GSP and they don't overpay, nobody likes paying a "handling fee" or being told they are paying extra money for your time standing in line. And, you can print the shipping label right through eBay (takes an extra moment because you do have to fill in customs info), and you can hand it to your carrier, which is how do all of my shipments instead of wasting time at the post office. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Devilsguy 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 It always comes out right, the buyers are always happy because they avoid the GSP and they don't overpay, nobody likes paying a "handling fee" or being told they are paying extra money for your time standing in line. And, you can print the shipping label right through eBay (takes an extra moment because you do have to fill in customs info), and you can hand it to your carrier, which is how do all of my shipments instead of wasting time at the post office. Hmmm intriguing. I think I will give it a shot next time. Might encourage a bigger audience to buy my crap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfitz804 0 Report post Posted March 25, 2016 Hmmm intriguing. I think I will give it a shot next time. Might encourage a bigger audience to buy my crap. Which, of course, is why you list items on eBay and pay their fee in the first place. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JJM4 0 Report post Posted March 26, 2016 http://www.ebay.ca/itm/291712988902?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT I would have paid it had they shipped north Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4freezy 0 Report post Posted March 28, 2016 Rangers fans...Jump on 'em! http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-YORK-RANGERS-Starter-Center-Ice-Collection-Hockey-Jersey-Size-60-R-Nice-/222067130807?hash=item33b43b81b7:g:TaYAAOSwJQdW-L9b http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-YORK-RANGERS-Mens-Starter-Center-Ice-Collection-Hockey-Jersey-Size-60-R/222067125614?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D36188%26meid%3Dc273b16494d74b8cbcdd17fef4f05d56%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D2%26sd%3D222067130807 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hatryk 0 Report post Posted March 28, 2016 Starter 60? Can fit my family of four in there Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyMusic 0 Report post Posted April 5, 2016 Good deal if you are local to Niagara falls http://www.kijiji.ca/v-hockey/st-catharines/1998-nagano-olympics-team-canada-hockey-jersey/1122751493 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cowboys 0 Report post Posted April 6, 2016 Are the arm numbers correct I emailed him for more pics of those and the back of the jersey ,I am about 15 minutes away Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
swo2k1 0 Report post Posted April 7, 2016 Are the arm numbers correct I emailed him for more pics of those and the back of the jersey ,I am about 15 minutes away No. Customization is way off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cowboys 0 Report post Posted April 7, 2016 Yea I thought so they look way to thick Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DJ Rhea 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2016 http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Vtg-NHL-PHILADELPHIA-FLYERS-13-NIKE-Center-Ice-FIGHT-STRAP-Hockey-Jersey-52-/381530018226?hash=item58d4f611b2:g:NxAAAOSwf-VWbHVPWhite Nike Flyers anyone? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM7392 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2016 (edited) http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Vtg-NHL-PHILADELPHIA-FLYERS-13-NIKE-Center-Ice-FIGHT-STRAP-Hockey-Jersey-52-/381530018226?hash=item58d4f611b2:g:NxAAAOSwf-VWbHVP White Nike Flyers anyone? Good way to celebrate the first round pounding they're about to receive.Now that I think about it that doesn't have much sting to it coming from a devils fan. And I just realized all four of the other old Atlantic teams made the playoffs. s***. Edited April 10, 2016 by JoeM7392 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DJ Rhea 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2016 Come the playoffs, anything can happen. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeM7392 0 Report post Posted April 10, 2016 Very true. I can hope, though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites