When was the last time you lost an eBay auction? If this happens often, you may be wondering how someone outbid you by 50 cents at the last second of the auction. Here are some tips to help you win every eBay auction that you are interested in.
Instructions:
1) In order to guarantee that you win eBay auctions you need to learn how to become a sniper. The term is scary, but the process really is not. It's actually pretty simple. Sniping is the best way to guarantee that you win the auctions without paying more than you want.
2) Understanding what "sniping" actually means: In eBay lingo, the term "snipe" means to outbid another user on an auction right before the end and before any other user has the chance to make a counter bid. Snipers may be using a tool or watching auctions closely at the very last minute.
3) Find a sniping tool that is easy for you to use. There really are a lot of sniping tools available to eBay users. You just have to know how to find them. Do a quick Google search for "eBay sniping tool" and you will find hundreds of links. Be careful though, many require that you to download software or install programs to your computer. Two FREE sniping tools that I have found are at www.gixen.com and www.auctionsniper.com. These tools allow you to snipe without adding anything on top your computer.
4) When you find a tool that you want to use, register for an account with at the sniping website and log in. Then, begin searching on eBay. When you find auctions that you are interested in, copy the eBay Item number associated with that item. Enter the number in the tool and the highest bid that you are willing to pay. All you have to do from there, is sit back and wait for the auction to end. With 8 - 5 seconds remaining the tool will place your bid for you. If no other user bids higher than you, you will win that auction.
5) You can also do the sniping yourself without a tool. The online tools are great because you don't have to wait at your computer all the time waiting for the end of auctions. However, if you prefer to do it yourself, just wait until there is a few seconds remaining on your auction and place your bid. Whatever you chose, you are well on your way to winning every eBay auction.
Source - eHow
