Know the Item

Check out the item before you bid

• What would the item cost new from a retailer, is the
  saving worth it?

   

• Always print out the items description, you may need
  a hard copy later if a dispute arises.

   

• Images are most important for many items, they should
  be clear well lit, of a size that is easy to view, not a
  professional stock picture and without any signs of
  tampering such as retouching, always print them out
  ou may need it if a dispute arises.

   

• Do some research, you may have plenty of time to research
  the item before bidding. Online auctions can run for weeks.

   

• Search the online auction site for similar items before bidding