EBAY Seller Shipping Question

[Jenny_A]

I'm trying my hand at selling several items on ebay for the first time. I listed the shipping for my item at $6.00. On the ad it shows up $6.00 Flat Rate.

Now, I guessed at the $6.00 based on the size of the item. If it costs more to ship the item, I don't mind eating that cost. If it's less, will the buyer be upset? Do I need to refund the extra money to the buyer?

I guess what I'm asking... does that "Flat Rate" in my ad mean that I've already purchased a flat rate package (which I haven't) or does it mean that's MY flat rate for shipping whether it be more or less?

My first few items I'll just have to learn from. Thanks for your help!

Jenny

Mom to Caroline (7 months)

[LD92599]

As a buyer that means i'm paying $6, no more, no less.

Laura
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[Jenny_A]

If I ended up shipping it for $4.50 and you see that when you get the package, are you upset?

Thanks!
Jenny

[oliviasmomma]

Nope--because you are also paying for packing materials, gas to the PO, etc.

I did get annoyed once when I paid $4.50 to ship a cotton button cardigan (6mo size) and it arrived crammed into a letter-size envelope that was ready to burst. The shipping was 0.81.

That was annoying, but very different from what you're doing!

[Jenny_A]

That helps a lot. Thanks for your responses!

Jenny

[JTsMom]

ditto the pp, but if you're concerned, you can buy your postage through Paypal, and it won't show the $ amount- plus you get free delivery confirmation.