Prior to 2010 I used use auction listings almost exclusively on eBay. Mostly starting items at 1 cent but I also would use a "retail" opening bid on items I was worried might not get the price I wanted in hopes of catching the one bidder. I liked the fast conversion from cardboard to cash.
Due to the changes in the search function categories, the sheer volume of listings buyers have to sift through and the continual flow of material in catalog type auctions outside of eBay, auction final prices were very unimpressive.
I now use the store listings, almost exclusively, and use auctions to move much less valuable items. I am very happy with this model now that I have conformed to it. Inventory does not turn over as quickly because there are not as many page views but when they sell I get what I want and I am willing and able to wait it out.
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