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[roedaniel19]

BTW Therm, the Paypal fee doesn't show on eBay itself. It shows on your Paypal summary.

 

[captaintek3304]

I am going to say no for now, but don't be surprised if you see me. I need to finish cleaning up my apartment because I've got a friend staying with me from out of town the next two days.

How big/dirty is your apartment, geez.

 

[breakfuss]

Shit I fell for the Breakfuss bait. I'm a retard. I'll hide my posts in regard to this stupid argument.

Typical. Shit is not funny. I've asked you stop saying that. There was no argument. It was an opinion that you decided to poorly respond to. An opinion that others here share, but somehow they are exempt from being baiters. Just off.

 

[mitch079]

I was reading some college football stories on SB Nation and there was a link to a story about MMA I checked out. It mentioned a Japanese woman fighter who was "built like a brick shithouse" and so I looked up her name, Rin Nakai, on Google (warning, there are many that are NSFW). I don't recall ever seeing a Japanese dude as jacked as she is. If I did not read that article to know she was a fighter I would have probably thought this was shopped. She is either a freak of nature, has been pumping some HGH for a while, or both.

Looks like the Asian version of Chyna after she had her jaw reduction and the original, smaller breast implants

 

[jhuneycutt]

How big/dirty is your apartment, geez.

As big/dirty as your taint.

 

[eldergamer]

that's kinda why I stopped selling games. the $2-$3 i was making from each purchase (minus fees, shipping, time) just wasn't worth the effort.

 

[captaintek3304]

As big/dirty as your taint.

Should take no time at all then. See you at 6.

 

[Vigilante]

Tyler, please start selling more stuff on ebay all the time so you can have more stories about the idiots you have to deal with. I love how the guy could not handle the paper being folded. If he's such an OCD collector, why didn't he just preorder the game himself. Actually, he probably did but he needs to keep that one in the case where it belongs and he needs yours to frame and put on his wall.

 

[Thermopyle]

You definitely pay a Paypal fee if you sell something on eBay.

This is the only thing I can find with regards to a Paypal payment. It's from my last (only) eBay invoice:

PayPal payment--Automatic monthly billing--Thank you $1.80

The line item was for $1.80. It doesn't specify exactly what that's for, so I'm not sure if it's for using Paypal or if it comes from something else.s the only thing I can find with regards to a Paypal payment. I sold 5 games in that period. Looking at my Paypal account I see no fees listed on that end. Where are you seeing the fees on your side?

 

[roedaniel19]

This is the only thing I can find with regards to a Paypal payment. It's from my last (only) eBay invoice:

PayPal payment--Automatic monthly billing--Thank you $1.80

The line item was for $1.80. It doesn't specify exactly what that's for, so I'm not sure if it's for using Paypal or if it comes from something else.s the only thing I can find with regards to a Paypal payment. I sold 5 games in that period. Looking at my Paypal account I see no fees listed on that end. Where are you seeing the fees on your side?

It's taken out immediately when the money is transferred to your Paypal account. Click on the actual transaction in your Paypal account to pull up the transaction details. The fee amount is listed in those details.

 

[jkam]

Tyler, please start selling more stuff on ebay all the time so you can have more stories about the idiots you have to deal with. I love how the guy could not handle the paper being folded. If he's such an OCD collector, why didn't he just preorder the game himself. Actually, he probably did but he needs to keep that one in the case where it belongs and he needs yours to frame and put on his wall.

I've often sold games on ebay and whenever I offer something old that's sealed you'd be surprised at the questions you get asked. Are there any tears in the plastic? Is it y-folded? Is it re-sealed? I actually now say things like this is from my personal collection to avoid it as much as possible. If the plastic is ripped I put in Collector's Note: The plastic is torn on the right side. Seems crazy to me but I guess when you collect things like this it's the same as having a mint comic book or baseball card.

The best is when I do Mint complete on a used item. Does this come with the instructions? Is it really mint?

You could friggin eat off my PS1 discs bitch!

 

[MooseTheCorgi]

What? This says 15%:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=1161240

Where are you guys seeing 20%?

last night oni was going to list last of us remastered for 39.99 and the fees were 8.34 so just over 20% then I thought maybe the account for shipping, so after the adjustment it was 10%... So still not what the site says. I contacted Cs we will see what happens.

 

[mpaullin]

I'm up to level 10 in Destiny and feel safe saying that it's awesome. As Stotch mentioned, it is exactly like the alpha/beta, so I'm not sure what people are surprised by/disappointed in. The gunplay is just so solid/fun that the term grinding doesn't really fit in my mind (mindlessly pressing X a la Diablo or FF is grinding). I want to spend more time in the crucible, but it looks like I'll need to do more story stuff before I stand a chance (was getting my ass handed to me p[etty regularly at level 5ish. Will be on tonight around 8 EST if anyone else wants to join (PS4).

 

[Thermopyle]

It's taken out immediately when the money is transferred to your Paypal account. Click on the actual transaction in your Paypal account to pull up the transaction details. The fee amount is listed in those details.

I see where you're talking about, but it only shows one fee and doesn't specify where it's from, which is where the confusion came from. Then I have a separate transaction for when the eBay fee came in. Not sure why they split it up like that.

 

[MooseTheCorgi]

Am I the one with too much time on their hands?

 

[Vigilante]

Am I the one with too much time on their hands?

If that's you, then I dunno who I am. :???:

 

[jkam]

that's kinda why I stopped selling games. the $2-$3 i was making from each purchase (minus fees, shipping, time) just wasn't worth the effort.

I used to do it a lot more, but now if I find something good in store on clearance to sell I always look at margins before buying. I made about $27 on 2 copies of Diablo III (PS3) that I found at K-mart for $5 each. I was already in the store and the actual ebay & shipping time was less than an hour so it was worth my time. In general though the only place to make money off of clearance (unless you are flipping) is in hardware. I made a killing off of some Gears Of Wars 360 Bundles a few years ago.

I also find selling old games off is great once I finish them (free rental). There is something satisfying about buying a game for $5 and then re-selling it for $8. I'm pretty much mostly digital at this point but there is always something keeping me buying physical as some deals are too good to pass on.

 

[roedaniel19]

If that's you, then I dunno who I am. :???:

Maybe you're like me, too awesome to fit a description in one line.

 

[MooseTheCorgi]

If that's you, then I dunno who I am. :???:

yeah wtf Pete you can't have such a vague description.

 

[roedaniel19]

I see where you're talking about, but it only shows one fee and doesn't specify where it's from, which is where the confusion came from. Then I have a separate transaction for when the eBay fee came in. Not sure why they split it up like that.

Simple. Your fees for selling on eBay are on your eBay account summary, and your fees for Paypal on on your Paypal account summary. I kinda get what you're saying though and I guess it could be helpful to have both fees in one spot when you're calculating how much you made after fees.

 

[jkam]

Simple. Your fees for selling on eBay are on your eBay account summary, and your fees for Paypal on on your Paypal account summary. I kinda get what you're saying though and I guess it could be helpful to have both fees in one spot when you're calculating how much you made after fees.

This is what spreadsheets are for. Count your loot.

 

[handsomepete]

yeah wtf Pete you can't have such a vague description.

I figured it would account for like half the thread. was just doing some #MondayMorningBaitin.

At 45 perfects, all criticals done with 18h of playtime on v2x. 47 is still staring at me with its awfulness.

 

[tylerh1701]

It's called Starbound.

They have actually announced a Terraria sequel as well.

 

[tylerh1701]

Where is the Paypal fee from? I haven't gotten any of those. I think it's because I have it tied to my bank account, but am not sure if that's why.

It's 3% of the sales price plus $0.30 fixed. Like Backlord has been saying, Paypal takes it right away when you get paid by the buyer. I definitely found the ebay/paypal fees confusing since Paypal takes them ASAP and ebay bills you once a month for them. Definitely less confusing on Amazon for new sellers.

 

[tylerh1701]

last night oni was going to list last of us remastered for 39.99 and the fees were 8.34 so just over 20% then I thought maybe the account for shipping, so after the adjustment it was 10%... So still not what the site says. I contacted Cs we will see what happens.

15% of $39.99 = $6

$0.99 item listing fee

$1.35 selling fee for video games

Total = $8.34

 

[tylerh1701]

I've got a friend staying with me from out of town the next two days.

 

[tylerh1701]

Yeah I go with the default option for first-class shipments, which is a 5 oz package. Costs me $2.09, and automatically confirms shipment and provides the tracking number to the buyer. So quick and simple.

$2.16 for a 5oz. package on Amazon. $2.09 regular price and 7 cent transaction fee. Amazon sure loves tacking on those fees.

 

[roedaniel19]

It's 3% of the sales price plus $0.30 fixed. Like Backlord has been saying, Paypal takes it right away when you get paid by the buyer. I definitely found the ebay/paypal fees confusing since Paypal takes them ASAP and ebay bills you once a month for them. Definitely less confusing on Amazon for new sellers.

Might change my name to this.

 

[crunchewy]

32" TV and only 720p, but I'd like to have a much larger TV for gaming, so I could play from the sofa. No funds for that now, though, and other things to buy first.

 

[wrencrest]

Might change my name to this.

Do it. Its easy. You will like it.

 

[roedaniel19]

Do it. Its easy. You will like it.

I'm seriously thinking of what to change it to. It's just so long and stuff.

 

[Vigilante]

$2.16 for a 5oz. package on Amazon. $2.09 regular price and 7 cent transaction fee. Amazon sure loves tacking on those fees.

You guys don't use a scale? I usually pay $2.00 for shipping games I sell on Amazon ($1.93 price + 7-cent transaction fee) because most of what I ship is under 3oz.

 

[wrencrest]

I remember when I was a kid and I got my first 19" TV.  Man that thing was huge!  Then after working a bit while I was in high school I finally got a 27" Sony Wega.  That thing was even bigger!  Wow have times changed.

EDIT: I just got rid of the Wega last month after nearly 20 years.

 

[jkam]

I'm seriously thinking of what to change it to. It's just so long and stuff.

jkamisawesome

 

[Derextreme]

You Destiny ps4 guys need to hit 26 so we can do those raids. Been doing everything in the game so far with one other person, but I don't think we can tackle those.

 

[breakfuss]

I'm up to level 10 in Destiny and feel safe saying that it's awesome. As Stotch mentioned, it is exactly like the alpha/beta, so I'm not sure what people are surprised by/disappointed in. The gunplay is just so solid/fun that the term grinding doesn't really fit in my mind (mindlessly pressing X a la Diablo or FF is grinding). I want to spend more time in the crucible, but it looks like I'll need to do more story stuff before I stand a chance (was getting my ass handed to me p[etty regularly at level 5ish. Will be on tonight around 8 EST if anyone else wants to join (PS4).

I assumed the beta was a vertical slice of a much larger game. Turns out it was the game. The same issues I have now are the ones I've always had. Gunplay is indeed fantastic. Shooting aliens and robots remains as gratifying as ever. Surprise!

I just want the "shared" experience they drummed up. I know people are complaining about the levels and story but, eh, they can flesh that out later. Just give me a decent console MMO with solid mechanics/progression that isn't centered around dragons and fairies. That's what I thought this would be. It almost is.

As for the Crucible, it actually doesn't matter when you jump in, dude. In fact, it's the quickest way to level up. I freaking love it and it's what I've spent most of my time playing. I only wish the PvE was as frenetic and fun. Hopefully the first raid this week will be!

 

[Vigilante]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_3zBLE8Dhk

 

[Not Eric]

I wonder how pissed Microsoft is at Notch for opening his mouth and pulling a Phil Fish out of it.

 

[tylerh1701]

You guys don't use a scale? I usually pay $2.00 for shipping games I sell on Amazon ($1.93 price + 7-cent transaction fee) because most of what I ship is under 3oz.

No, but how are you shipping a disc game for under 3oz?

I keep track of the weights I'm told at my local mailroom:

Kinect Sports (X360) 4.5

Fire Emblem (3DS) New 3

Dynasty Warriors (PS3) New 5.5

Rayman Legends (Vita) Case, no manual 2.5

Qubed (X360) Used, Case, Manual 4.5

Star Wars Force Unleashed 2 (X360) Used, Generic Case, Manual 4.5

GTA Chinatown Wars (DS) Used, Case, manual, map 4

Arkham Origins Blackgate (Vita) Case, no manual 2.5

The World ends with You (DS) Used, case, manual 4.5

Pokemon Pearl (DS) Used, generic case 3

Crackdown (X360) Case, no manual 4

Star Wars Rogue Squadrun 2 (GC) Used, case, manual 6

Mario Kart Wii (Wii) Used, case, manual 6.5

Pikmin 2 (Wii) New 6.5

Witch & the Hundred Knight (PS3) Case, manual, soundtrack 5.5

Legend of Zelda: Four Swords (GC) Used, case, manual 6

Hot Shots Golf (Vita) New 2.5

Chrono Trigger (DS) Used, case, manual, map 4.5

Sly Cooper (PS3) Used, case, no manual 4.5

The Sims: Pets (PS3) New, still sealed 4.5

Dead Space 3 (PS3) Used, case, thin manual 3.8

Resistance: Burning Skies (Vita) Used, no manual 2.5

 

[CrazyDiamond84]

I figured it would account for like half the thread. was just doing some #MondayMorningBaitin.

At 45 perfects, all criticals done with 18h of playtime on v2x. 47 is still staring at me with its awfulness.

Slow down, you may bump me out of the top ten on the leader board with that plat

 

[SJD]

I love the PVP, especially with friends. The PVE is broken to hell. If you want to clear the Lvl 24 Vanguard Strikes, bring the Hand Cannon. Some overpowered piece it is. I hate the damn drops and loot rewards. Only Level 22 so far because it's so luck based.

 

[handsomepete]

yeah, what's your secret vig? Every game I have is more than 3oz out of the packaging. I stopped using a scale and just started marking everything as 6oz.

is anyone even trying for third place in the TiT? where you at velo?

 

[Vigilante]

No, but how are you shipping a disc game for under 3oz?

I keep track of the weights I'm told at my local mailroom:

Kinect Sports (X360) 4.5

Fire Emblem (3DS) New 3

Dynasty Warriors (PS3) New 5.5

Rayman Legends (Vita) Case, no manual 2.5

Qubed (X360) Used, Case, Manual 4.5

Star Wars Force Unleashed 2 (X360) Used, Generic Case, Manual 4.5

GTA Chinatown Wars (DS) Used, Case, manual, map 4

Arkham Origins Blackgate (Vita) Case, no manual 2.5

The World ends with You (DS) Used, case, manual 4.5

Pokemon Pearl (DS) Used, generic case 3

Crackdown (X360) Case, no manual 4

Star Wars Rogue Squadrun 2 (GC) Used, case, manual 6

Mario Kart Wii (Wii) Used, case, manual 6.5

Pikmin 2 (Wii) New 6.5

Witch & the Hundred Knight (PS3) Case, manual, soundtrack 5.5

Legend of Zelda: Four Swords (GC) Used, case, manual 6

Hot Shots Golf (Vita) New 2.5

Chrono Trigger (DS) Used, case, manual, map 4.5

Sly Cooper (PS3) Used, case, no manual 4.5

The Sims: Pets (PS3) New, still sealed 4.5

Dead Space 3 (PS3) Used, case, thin manual 3.8

Resistance: Burning Skies (Vita) Used, no manual 2.5

yeah, what's your secret vig? Every game I have is more than 3oz out of the packaging. I stopped using a scale and just started marking everything as 6oz.

is anyone even trying for third place in the TiT? where you at velo?

I don't know about any "secret", but this past weekend, I sold a sealed copy of Atelier Rorona Plus (PS3) listed at $43, and when I weighed it in a bubble mailer envelope, my scale read roughly 2.5oz. Amazon only lets you input a whole-number value for ounces, so I rounded it up to 3.

 

[SJD]

Pipp, check your fantasy, I sent a trade.

 

[roedaniel19]

I don't know about any "secret", but this past weekend, I sold a sealed copy of Atelier Rorona Plus (PS3) listed at $43, and when I weighed it in a bubble mailer envelope, my scale read roughly 2.5oz. Amazon only lets you input a whole-number value for ounces, so I rounded it up to 3.

That sounds way too low. k

 

[Not Eric]

yeah, what's your secret vig? Every game I have is more than 3oz out of the packaging. I stopped using a scale and just started marking everything as 6oz.

Same, but I usually add some extra bubble wrap inside the padded envelope so I'm adding extra weight to it anyways. One good thing about games not having physical manuals is it does keep that postage down.

Figure the padded envelope itself is almost a 1 oz if not more by itself. Blu ray case and disc should be over 3 oz by itself (no added inserts or manuals.) Maybe I'm just being way too conservative but I'll throw in an extra quarter or two if it prevents a delay.

 

[Velo214]

I was a major flip dude on cag and a huge trophy dude on ps3 and top clan player in CoD and tons of kids dad, but ya do live group porn for a few months and suddenly all you are known for is guy that has sex for money dude. lol. it's just another job.

im just trying to feed my kids!

also I'm trying out the sunsinger class, it's pretty cool. We had a full clan of level 23-26 in the crucible last night, good stuff stomping everyone we saw. Fusion rifle to the face ftw over n over.

 

[Vigilante]

That sounds way too low. k

Yeah, I'm not liking how this looks, either. I was pretty sure the first digit was "2" and not "4" or "5". :???:

 

[CrazyDiamond84]

Pipp, check your fantasy, I sent a trade.

I'll hang on this til before game time tonight. If AP doesn't get suspended this would be a horrible trade. Plus, I have Bradshaw in there already in hopes that trich continues to be useless(though he's got the potential to be a lot better than that jigga Bradshaw)

 

[tylerh1701]

I don't know about any "secret", but this past weekend, I sold a sealed copy of Atelier Rorona Plus (PS3) listed at $43, and when I weighed it in a bubble mailer envelope, my scale read roughly 2.5oz. Amazon only lets you input a whole-number value for ounces, so I rounded it up to 3.

Sounds like your scale might be off. Though maybe USPS isn't very thorough when it comes to weighing if you've been using it for a while for no issues. Just dropped off my non-sealed PS3 game (with manual and original case) and it was 4.5 ounces.