eBay has experienced controversy, including cases of fraud, its policy requiring sellers to use PayPal, and concerns over forgeries and intellectual property violations in auction items.
What are the risks of buying on eBay?
Read on for the other five risks that every eBay seller should monitor and manage.
- Counterfeit goods. ...
- Unwittingly illegal activity. ...
- Poor business choices. ...
- Identity theft through phishes and spoofs. ...
- Unhappiness and depression.
What are the cons of selling on eBay?
Unstable fees: Depending on the add-ons to your products and how you choose to sell them, eBay's fees can go up to a massive $250 in some cases. You may end up giving away all of your profits. Payment issues: One of the biggest cons of eBay is non-paying customers.
