1. Know the value of the product before you biding. If the product is brand new,Compare it to the price that retailers are charging for it. If the product is used or reconditioned,the price should more lower than the retail price.
2. Is the product's description detailed enough ?if not,contact the merchant to get more
information before you bid. the model number and the date of manufacturers etc..
3. Have the bottom price in your mind and stick with it. Don't get caught up in a bidding war; Biding on emotion will pay more than the product's worth.
4. Visit a few online auctions before bidding .Some merchants auction the same product in many
auctions. if other auction site has less bidders.you can purchase the product for a lower price.
5. Whats the payment options that merchant accepts? If they accept credit cards ,do they have a secure server ?For example,paypal is one of the largest payment option and are widely accepted worldwide.
6. when a product does not work or you're not satisfied with it,doe

7. Check the reputation for the merchants ,see if people have complained about the seller and the products before you decide to bid.
8. Know when the auction begins and ends; place a last minute bid. The other bidders may not be keeping track on it when the auction ends, so its might be good chance to get the good bid last minute..
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