Wholesale Archive note: The prices and listing counts below come from our 2022 eBay research. They are historical examples, not current savings estimates. We’re all looking for bargains with the cost-of-living crisis. It turns out searching for an unfortunate typo on eBay could be your best shout. Here at Wholesale Clearance, our data analysts have been […]
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How To Guide: Sell Successfully on eBay
How To: Sell Successfully on eBay & Make a Profit! Updated September 2026: This guide was originally published in 2022. Screenshots are historical; check eBay UK for current fees, features and seller requirements. Are you looking to make money online? If the answer is yes, then you’ve come to the right place. eBay isn’t just [...]
A Solution to Long-Term Storage Fees with Amazon FBA
Wholesale Clearance UK and Amazon Over the years and increasingly more so recently, Amazon has become a huge part of our customers selling strategy. With the introduction of services like FBA (fulfilled by Amazon) and the Amazon App with barcode scanning and smart advert recognition, it has never been easier to become an Amazon seller. […]
The Ultimate Selling Guide for Small Businesses
Archive note (2018 guide): Links to articles no longer available on this blog have been removed. Please check current information before relying on older selling advice. We have decided to start the new year by introducing the ultimate selling guide for small businesses. Wholesale Clearance UK is a family firm, and we recognise the complexities, […]
Most Expensive Things Sold on eBay? Ten Historic Examples
Some of the Most Expensive Things Sold on eBay I'm keeping this one to myself... just you and me Archive note (2017): This is a look at remarkable eBay sales and listings discussed when the article was written. It is not a verified ranking of today’s most expensive completed sales; historic prices and listing details [...]
Things you didn’t know it was illegal to sell in the UK
I was casting an eye over things you’re not allowed to sell on eBay the other day and found myself wondering what is forbidden generally. What is it illegal to sell in the UK? On looking up the information, I found there really aren’t that many prohibitions. Sites like Gumtree and eBay have their rules […]
What Sold Best on eBay? 2023 UK Research and Sourcing Tips
What Sold Best on eBay? 2023 UK Research and Sourcing Tips Research note (September 2026): The sales figures below describe eBay activity researched for December 2021 to December 2022 and published in 2023. They are not current sales rankings. Use the historical results for ideas, then check fresh demand, costs and competition before buying stock. [...]
What’s the difference between B2B and B2C long distance selling regulations?
What’s the difference between B2B and B2C long distance selling regulations? Are you confused about the difference between B2B and B2C long distance selling regulations? The law treats business-to-business contracts differently than it does business-to-consumer contracts. The Distance Selling Regulations no longer actually apply in UK law. They were replaced by the Consumer Contracts Regulations […]
5 Funny eBay Listings That Went Viral
Archive note: These viral listing stories and view counts come from an older eBay era. Treat them as entertainment, not a prediction of what a listing will earn today. Have you ever wondered just how to ensure that your eBay auctions attract a great deal of interest? Perhaps you can take a look at these […]
Types of Collars: Revere, Gladstone and More
From a revere collar to a Gladstone collar, the names used in clothing listings can be confusing. This illustrated glossary explains common and historic collar styles so buyers and sellers can describe garments more accurately. Quick answers: A revere collar folds back to form an open V at the neckline, often on a blouse or […]
How to make a million on eBay
Before I start, I have to say that if it was that easy to make a million on eBay I would have already done it, right? I haven’t, so maybe it isn’t possible for everyone. However, it certainly has been done in the past and that’s what interests me. Can you make a million on […]
Totes Lush Shoe Guide: The Totally Amazing Style Guide to Womens Shoes
Women’s shoes come in many styles. This illustrated guide helps you recognise kitten heels, spool heels, stilettos and more. The infographic below is a quick visual reference; our A–Z of shoe styles has written descriptions. If you sell footwear, use the correct style name alongside the size, brand and condition. To source stock, browse our […]
UK Shoe Size and Width Guide for Online Sellers
A UK shoe size is a starting point, not a promise that every pair will fit. Foot length, width, instep and the shape of the shoe all matter. If you sell footwear online, giving buyers the labelled size alongside clear fit information can prevent avoidable returns. Quick answers: what are EU 40 and EU 34 […]
Get eBay App Happy Right Here with 6 of the best!
The 6 Best Apps for Buying and Selling on eBay eBay is one of the oldest, online auction websites in the world and it is probably the best known if not the best of the online websites. It has grown at an incredible rate since it was founded nearly 20 years ago. Millions of people […]
Selling Internationally on eBay: Pros, Cons and Checklist
Updated September 2026. This guide was originally published in 2014; eBay’s international shipping options have since changed. Selling internationally on eBay can bring more buyers to your listings, but the extra reach is useful only when the item, delivery method and total cost work for your business. Start with a small number of suitable products […]
Build a bonfire, build a bonfire: discounting items for sale on eBay, the how, when and why.
So that might be the longest title I have ever used in this blog but I wanted somehow to get a link in to bonfire night given that it’s November the 5th, however tenuous it might be. But in my mind the link is that instead of burning unwanted stock – let’s sell it for […]
Ten terrible mistakes you should avoid when selling on eBay!
People assume that selling on eBay is a walk in the park, but actually if you want to be successful, you do have to work very hard at it. Sourcing items, researching prices and creating listings can be very time consuming, so it is important to get it right from the word go. I’ve been […]
Diversifying your stock offer
In these difficult economic times, running a small business can be extremely hard work. In spite of news items suggesting that online retail sales have rocketed (Retail Gazette for example, reports that ‘online retail sales rose 16 per cent year-on-year last month (March 2013), driven by clothing sales despite the freezing weather’) you may be […]
How to make your first million (or £35,000 at least)
The other day I wrote an article for an entrepreneurial website on how to start a business from scratch. I researched it thoroughly and wrote it up and it’s a great article, succinct and to the point, but it’s not practical. I know that when people search online to find out how to make their […]
Dealing with a Deadly Dearth of Customer Delight (or what to do when your customers aren’t happy)
Customer complaints are the pits! If you’re anything like me you’ll agree that they are difficult to deal with and they can leave you feeling drained and disheartened. By their very nature complaints are naturally negative and numbingly and emotionally challenging. Well hark, dear sellers, I have news for you. You need to change your […]
Top Tips for Tantalizing Buyers on eBay
Now that we have all finally settled into the New Year, perhaps it’s time to try your luck with auction sites if you haven’t already. eBay is the biggest of these and dominates the market but there are others such as ebid and totalbids so you could give them a try. It’s probably best to […]
How to fund your ebay business from Wholesale Clearance UK
Funding your stock can help you grow your business Finding the right stock and supplier is crucial if you want to build your business. Some retailers shop around, while others build relationships with their suppliers over time. In any case, where, what and at what price you purchase stock will inevitably be one of the […]
Wholesale Clearance UK’s Monthly Newsletter!
Did you know that Wholesale Clearance UK publish an online news letter every month? If the answer to that question is no, then your missing out! Missing out on what? The latest news from Wholesale Clearance UK, keeping you one step ahead of the game in the latest news, discounts and stock which Wholesale Clearance […]
Power Sellers & Top Rated Sellers… Continued
This blog continues from the previous blog… Top Rated & Power Sellers. What does it take to become a Top Rated Seller? The focus of a Power Seller status is the amount of items you sell, the focus of a Top Rated Seller is the service you provide to you’re customers. Because of this it […]
1p Auctions UK: Our Former eBay Promotion and Current Stock Auctions
Update, September 2026: The 1p eBay promotion described in this original 2012 article has ended. We no longer run the Sunday and Thursday 1p listings, free-delivery offer or first-order discount code mentioned below. Our former 1p eBay auctions Wholesale Clearance UK previously listed selected wholesale job lots on eBay with a 1p starting bid and […]
Top Rated & Power Sellers
When it comes to statuses within eBay and the benefits this can provide, this is where all the hard work of gaining positive feedback and 5* DSR’s comes in. There are two key upper ratings of eBay sellers, these are Power Sellers this is based on the number of items you sell, and increases from […]
The Star Dinger: Why Four Stars Can Matter to Small Businesses
Updated October 2026. Our original “I Was a Star-Dinger” comic told a story that stuck with us. A buyer thought four stars meant “good”. The talking star explained that a well-meant four could still lower a seller’s higher rating. We used to include the comic in eBay parcels because it helped buyers understand why small […]
ebay feedback the do’s and don’ts
Feedback An Introduction Feedback is an essential component to any e-commerce business done through services provided by eBay, Amazon ect… When you run a normal business you may receive feedback, this may be requested through customer feedback forms both in store & online, or through customers making verbal comments on improvements that could be made, […]