International Buyers bid with confidence. I have successfully shipped to:
Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Russian Federation, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, UK, Venezuela, and all across the USA and Canada.
Please note that all items are shipped from Toronto, Canada- so please judge time accordingly. Check the postmark & customs tag for date of shipping. (Always within 2 business days of PAYMENT RECEIPT).
Sometimes it takes longer(sometimes shorter!). Communication is the key to all transactions.
** Normal delivery time to the USA from Canada is anywhere from 1 week to 1 month when shipped via ground mail (usually closer to the 30 days- no guarantee), unfortunately since 9/11 cross-border packages take more time. Airmail to USA is approx 1 to 2 weeks delivery time (sometimes longer).
International- Airmail is always quicker (usually 2 to 3 weeks, and sometimes less than 1 week) and preferable as ground/boat can take up to 3 MONTHS.
Please be patient.*** Read my guide- Shipping from Canada to you for more information.
CLAIMS - Lost packages (not lettermail) if insurance was purchased is eligible for full refund upon investigation by the post office, usually 45 days after sending, please be patient and keep communication open- you may be contacted by the post office to verify.
PAYMENT- I send invoices next day after auctions. Paypal is the quickest and easiest. If you are mailing payment (cash-money order) please inform me when you send so I can expect it, and if it is delayed/lost I can inform you.
Feel free to contact me about any item I am selling.
Feedback: As of January 2009., I am currently short almost -750 feedback that I have left and not received. There is no "Ebay rule that feedback should be exchanged, it is just proper etiquette. I usually leave feedback upon shipping (unless you are a "non-feedback giver"- I do check, or if NEW- in these cases I will send a personal note, or clearly indicate your item (s) have shipped). For those quick to NEGATIVE or NEUTRAL without even contacting the seller with your concern-- all I can say is "what goes around comes around". I strive to be fair and professional, all I expect is equal courtesy.
If there is a problem, please contact me directly.
What about negative feedback? It is normal and expected that there will be times when a transaction will not go smoothly. The negatives I have received are for
1) Not being able to cash a US Postal Money order that is negotiable in the USA ONLY (which it clearly states on the money order)- despite the listing specifying INTERNATIONAL money order. Customer did not really want to complete the transaction.
2) Claim of wrong item sent. If it is a wrong item I will replace/refund upon return receipt of the item. The individual chose not to return and tried blackmail (wanted full refund and keep the item too). That does not work- I know I sent the right item - customer was upset about the cost of shipping ($12.00 on a 3.00 item ACTUAL POSTAGE).
***Unfortunately Canada Post has AGAIN increased the cost of postage on Jan 14th, 2009 (particularly on packages)and this is reflected in increased shipping costs (approx 5% increase)- The good news is that it is primarily on package ground mail, so while the cost is higher, the gap between airmail and ground package is smaller. Combined shipping will amortize your costs. My combined shipping rates are based on weight and distance. To add insult to injury Canada Post charges 7% GST (Goods and Services Tax) on postage which is not shown on your received postage. Note that 98-100% of listed shipping cost is ACTUAL postage!
** Finally- Due to recent problems with "Newbies" and poor Ebay screening: If you are NEW to ebay [Less than 30 Days or Less than 10 Stars]-Please email me first before bidding. I value all customers and everyone starts at ZERO, but these auctions are time comsuming and there are serious bidders who lose out, so please do NOT bid if you do not plan on completing the transaction. IMPORTANT!! Paypal Users must have a CONFIRMED address!, if unconfirmed please use money order, or cash. Unconfirmed buyers shipped at own risk! Thanks for reading and GOOD LUCK with your bidding!
A little known Ebay secret: An early bid (even at starting price) may win easily. Some auctions have fewer than 2 people fighting for an item. An early bid may scare off potential competitors. Of course, it is a way to avoid missing out on an item that you covet by waiting to the last minute (due to forgetfulness, other obligations, computer problems, etc.). Avoid disappointment and bid early!
One final note(personal tirade) to both Canadian & American Ebayers (Buyers & Sellers)- Shipping costs FROM the USA to Canada are virtually identical (within a dollar or so, unless using Global Priority- American equivalent of Canada`s Expresspost) to within the USA itself (Don`t get fooled into paying much higher International costs!!!- Speak to the seller and avoid those crooks----> true example: Aug 30, 2006:
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Services Available |
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Available to |
| US $9.00 |
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US Postal Service Priority Mail® |
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United States only |
| US $40.00 |
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Standard Int'l Flat Rate Shipping |
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Worldwide |
FROM Canada it is cheaper to ship to the USA than it is within our own country (sad but true fact) As a matter of fact shipping outside Ontario (B.C. Alberta,Sask, Man, and the Maritimes --> small package usually starts around $10.00-$12.00!!)** Note that in Canada there is virtually no difference in PRICE between 100g and 1kg package weight (unless package size grows too large). According to Ebay shipping costs should reflect real costs- postage and reasonable packaging costs. Always ask ahead of time to avoid unpleasantness. Feel free to checkout www.canadapost.ca for more information.
Ebay Store: My Ebay store features a variety of items, both personal and consignment. From toys to memorbillia to odds n ends. The store will continue to grow each month with new acquisitions and categories. Feel free to ask any questions about these items. All items in the store can be purchased individually or combined with other purchases. I will offer combined shipping rates for all items (whether store and/or auction).
How To Use the Ebay Store: Just click the door icon, or link from any selling page that says SELLERS other Items. On the left are the categories, as well as a SEARCH box. You can either manally search by category or conduct a search.
A search will look at all listings which contain the word. Example: if you type in : Hulk. It will give you Hulk heroclix, Hulk toys, hulk clock, hulk pillow, hulk card, etc- items spead across different categories. This search can help to find items that you may not even be aware of. Note that spelling is important and match spelling in the listing.
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