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Dec31
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I'm voting for the mom, Dawn Meehan, who sold the Pokemon cards for several hundred dollars. The cards weren't all that valuable. The attention came when Dawn wrote the eBay listing describing her comical grocery shopping trip with six kids when cards were stowed away in the cart. I remember reading the listing. At one point she said, "The pack contains an energy card. I tried it, and it doesn't work." I guess with six kids, energy doesn't come easily. The eBay listing received thousands of page views, and made this blogging mom an overnight sensation. Dawn appeared on ABC World News and has two book deals in the works. Her blog, Because I Said So, receives over 100,000 hits a day and she makes a nice income selling advertising space there. She has started a second blog with some of her mom friends, Mamas Like, which offers reviews of products created by moms. The Pokemon card eBay listing is an example of creative marketing at its best. A pack of Pokemon cards, a creative writer, and eBay - a strategy for fame and fortune!
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Dec31
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I came across this slide show on one of my eBay forums this morning. Apparently, this young man's mother is an eBay fanatic and has purchased an absurd number of items from eBay over the years. It looks like an addiction....
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In a recent press release from HammerTap, a leader in online auction research, the site has announced a free forum for eBay sellers. The forum will provide expert advice from eBay pros like Skip McGrath and Griff from eBay Radio....
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So, what really is the best stuff on eBay? You can find out by visiting Best of eBay, a relatively new application where users can submit, vote for, and comment on the best, strangest, or most interesting items for sale...
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Dec30
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Some say yes, some say no. I've sold over 14,000 items as a one-person operation since 2003. I personally have not had success drop shipping items through my store on eBay.I'll be posting a series of articles regarding drop shipping,...
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As an eBay Power Seller since 2003, and an eBay Consultant, I am often asked, "What should I sell on eBay?" The answer to this question will change as consumer preferences, trends, and fads change. There is no "magic" product...
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The eBay Affiliate Program pays members commissions to drive traffic to eBay from their website, blog, and other internet applications. Members can earn 50%-75% commission on revenue resulting from eBay sales, and up to $35 for each referral that signs...
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Dec29
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Clothing is one of the largest item categories on eBay. Many eBay users, myself included, regularly purchase clothing on eBay for myself and for my children.If you're selling clothing on eBay, it is crucial to include measurements of the item....
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eBay sellers need support, not just from the eBay help index or eBay Customer Service, but from each other. By visiting the eBay blogs, you can meet other sellers, discuss problems, find answers, leave comments for each other, and talk...
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Dansko is a specially designed clog that came about in Denmark in the 1980's. These shoes are sturdy, comfortable, and can be worn most anywhere. The Dansko Professional clogs are made of an oiled leather and are very popular in...
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Dec28
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If you search eBay’s section on “Everything Else,” you’ll find an overwhelming number of eBooks for sale. Maybe you have been thinking about writing an eBook to sell. What makes an eBook a good seller and should you bother writing...
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According to an article in the New York Post, Dan Rather’s Emmy has sold for $2,500 on eBay. The item title reads, “1972-1973 Emmy Statue Academy Award Rare” and sold for $2,499.99 on December 19. The auction ended with a...
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eBay sellers are always looking for creative ways to increase their bottom line by reducing expenses. Here are a few suggestions for obtaining free boxes and packing supplies in your own neighborhood.1) Order free Priority Mail supplies from USPS.com. These...
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As technology continues to evolve, eBay sellers are adding flash, video, and audio to their listings. eBay technology supports these options, but are these options always a good thing? A few drawbacks to these advanced applications:Listings with flash, video, or music...
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New York Giants season ticket holders have been busy on eBay, Craigslist, and StubHub selling tickets to the potentially historical game against the undefeated New England Patriots. Giants fans are cashing in by selling their tickets to Patriots fans for...
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Dec27
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We've survived the holidays. I'm seeing nothing but ads for sales in the newspaper, on tv, and on the internet. If you are an eBay seller, this is a good thing. Many sellers who make their living on eBay take...
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Another year is coming to an end. Now is a good time to sort through your inventory and decide what you can donate. Every year I evaluate my inventory at the end of December and weed out items that aren't going to...
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My friend Tom Murphy, over at PGA Auctions, regularly holds the "Blog Carnival of eBay Sellers." If you are an eBay seller or enthusiast, you will definitely want to start participating in Tom's blog carnival.If you have never participated in...
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Dec26
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We have survived another Christmas. Now, what do we do with all those white elephants we received? In the spirit of National Re-Gifting Week, Fox Business reports that eBay Canada is offering tips and advice for those Christmas gifts that...
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It is time for another eBay promotion! The catch phrase on the promo:"Perfect for someone else! Sell it on eBay and get what you really want."One day only, December 27, eBay is running a promo for 10 cent listings on...
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As an eBay Power Seller, I spend hours a day on the computer posting listings, answering buyer's questions, shipping sold items, and reading the latest eBay news. Over the past month, I also spent some time as an eBay buyer...
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Dec25
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Every eBay user is given an About Me page to tell the eBay community about himself and explain his policies or interests. eBay users may also use their About Me page for some affiliate programs. The About Me page is...
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On December 17, I posted about adding the eBay widget to your Facebook profile. Since then, many eBay sellers have checked out Facebook, joined, added the widget, but still have questions about exactly how to use Facebook to market their...
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According to Bankrate's Annual Gift Card Survey, gift card purchases are expected to reach a record high during the 2007 holiday season with a predicted total sale of $35 million. Among the largest segment of the population receiving gift cards: teenagers....
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Dec24
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eBay sellers are always looking for more ways to advertise their stores for free on the internet. I always recommend using social utility or bookmarking sites. Visit the Boosting eBay Sales lens on Squidoo for some exceptional information about eBay selling and...
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Did you know that you can purchase grocery coupons on eBay? Many sellers spend their time clipping and organizing coupons to sell on eBay. Some sellers purchase multiple Sunday papers for their supply of coupons to sell. Coupons are big...
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StumbleUpon is a very popular social book marking website that can generate huge traffic to your website or eBay store. Registered users are able to submit, or Stumble websites, articles, blog posts, or any other page on the internet. After...
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Dec23
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The Auction Rebel has an excellent post today regarding selling magazines on eBay. Collectible, vintage magazines are one area that I have not ventured into yet.The Auction Rebel explains that as a seller, you must understand why buyers want the...
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If you are an at-home eBay seller, there's a good chance you might also be a yard sale or garage sale addict. eBay gives yard sale addicts a reason to shop!I recently stumbled upon a fun site for yard sale...
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Dec22
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Postcards from the Pug Bus has reported that the home pregnancy test belonging to Jamie Lynn Spears, little sister of pop star Britney Spears, has found its way to eBay. Jamie Lynn Spears, the 16-year-old star of Nickelodeon's hit show,...
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As a follow-up to my post from December 15, the auction for the quilt made by four Marine wives has ended. The sale price was $2,550 on the handmade patroitic quilt. The item had 28 bids with 8 different bidders....
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If you are selling an item with a fixed price, such as in store inventory, try using the Best Offer feature. Best Offer allows buyers to submit offers to you and as the seller, you have the ability to accept...
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Still wondering what to get a friend, family member, or loved one on your Christmas list this year? If that special someone is an eBay enthusiast (addict?), why not buy an eBay gift card? Let the world's largest online marketplace be their shopping mall!eBay...
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Dec21
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Tomorrow, December 22, we celebrate the winter solstice in the Northern hemisphere. The winter solstice marks the shortest day and longest night of the year. Cultures around the world have celebrated the winter solstice for centuries. In ancient times, agricultural societies...
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As an eBay power seller and consultant, I am often asked, "How can I get bids on my items? My items end with zero bids."Use this checklist when creating your eBay listing.1) A good, clear photo is essential. If the...
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eBay is a global phenomenon. The Sidney Morning Herald reports that eBay is now becoming one of the most popular work-at-home jobs in Australia. Some interesting statistics from the article:As of September 2007, 17,500 Australian citizens earn their living by exclusively selling...
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I would love to hear from other eBay sellers on this one. The month of December is a crazy time for eBay sellers. Especially this week, when some procrastinating shoppers have just decided they better spring into action and finish...
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Dec20
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If you are an eBay seller who wants to take your business to the next level, check out The eBay Coach's free podcasts. These instructional podcasts are free to download or listen to from your computer while you work.Topics include...
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The online payment management service, BidPay, has announced that they will discontinue services effective December 31. Similar to eBay's Paypal, BidPay has over 4 million users and its payment platform is eBay friendly.The notice on the BidPay homepage reads:Effective December...
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Fire King mugs are the heavy milky-white coffee mugs that you may remember from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. Restaurants often used them. Fire King items were made by the world's largest glass manufacturer, Anchor Hocking, from the 1940s to...
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A Delaware Valley artist has broken the Guinness world record for the largest Lite-Brite image ever made. Mark Beekman has created his version of Divinci's Last Supper, using over 124,000 Lite-Brite pegs. The image measures just over 4 feet high...
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Dec19
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Many eBay sellers acquire their inventory at thrift stores, garage sales, consignment stores, estate sales, and flea markets. If you have ever wondered through the book section at a thrift store, the experience can be very overwhelming if you don't...
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Blogs are a fun, free, effective marketing tool. eBay sellers are now using blogs to promote their eBay stores and to create a presence on the internet to share their expertise. For example, “Inside Collecting” is a blog by Dan...
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As an eBay Power Seller and consultant, I am often asked, “How do I know what price to put on an item I want to sell on eBay?” Well, you have to do some homework and research. The easiest way to...
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According to a report by TMZ, Britney Spears' clothing is showing up for sale on eBay. The pop star makes approximately $700,000 a month, so why would she need to sell her clothes on eBay? Last week, an outfit consisting...
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Dec18
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If you are the parent of a tween or teenage girl, and have a Wii game console, the High School Musical and Hannah Montana games were probably on your daughter's list this year. These two Wii games retail for about...
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Founded by eBay expert and former seller Mike Enos, AuctionTNT provides over 20 free tools for eBay sellers to use on their listings. Some of the free tools under the Silver Membership include:Photo hostingMedia hostingSlide showseBay misspelling toolWholesale search engineDropshipper/wholesaler of the weekMembers...
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New York Times author Saul Hansell received a flood of responses from readers regarding his December 14 post titled, "Why Amazon Should Buy eBay." His readers expressed their dissatisfaction with eBay in the following categories. Poor customer servicePaypal payment systemPrevalence of counterfeit merchandiseProduct saturation - lack...
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Reminder for eBay buyers and sellers: Wednesday December 19 is the last day to ship items USPS First Class Mail for domestic delivery by December 24. Buyers - please pay your sellers promptly to ensure delivery before December 24 if...
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Tiffany and Co. continues to await the verdict in a recent lawsuit filed against eBay for copyright infringement. The well-known jewelry retailer has requested that eBay not allow counterfeit reproductions of its trademark silver jewelry to be sold on the...
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Dec17
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There are many strategies for increasing your sales on eBay. One of the easiest is to offer a fair return and refund policy. As a consumer, I am more likely to buy from a seller if a return or refund...
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Welcome to the dark side of eBay. I thought I had seen it all when I heard that a celebrity was selling her recently removed breast implants on eBay. Now this.The listing is for a used game athletic supporter, supposedly...
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More and more moms are jumping on the eBay bandwagon to make a little (or a lot) of money from home. eBay and moms are a great fit because moms have a steady stream of items to sell as their...
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According to a report by Bloomberg.com, online spending is down this year. Experts speculate that online cosumer spending is down due to high gas prices ($3 a gallon in most US locations), higher energy costs, higher food costs, and declining...
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If you are an eBay seller, and don't have a Facebook account, now is the time. Facebook is the latest and greatest social utility that connects people based on their interests. It is free, and all you need to join is...
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Dec16
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Have you ever wondered how auction sellers get those cool, interesting, coordinating backgrounds on their listings? They are using an auction template service. My favorite is Seller Sourcebook. With SSB, you have access to thousands of templates for only $8...
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Cashmere is the finest luxury fabric in the world. Cashmere is such a luxury because it is warm, comfortable, and lasts forever. It is popular and appreciated in many countries around the world, yet not readily available to everyone who...
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The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) has introduced a new program to help fight the sale of illegal pirated software. Much of this software is sold on the internet on eBay and other auction sites. Keith Kupferschmid, SIIA Senior...
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If you have done any buying on eBay, you have encountered sellers who charge outrageous shipping fees. Some examples that I have seen are $12 for a CD, $39 for a pair of medical scrubs, and $7 for a 3...
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We have all heard the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” Nowhere is this more true than on eBay. Remember, your customers can’t touch or examine the item, so your pictures must do the talking for you. Here...
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Dec15
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Up for sale on eBay: A patriotic quilt created as a fundraiser to benefit the 250 families of the US Marine Corps Heavy Helicopter Unit 466. The unit has been deployed to Iraq 3 times in the last 4 years.The...
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Are you offering your products or services internationally? If not, you may want to reconsider. A few facts:1) eBay has over 247 million users worldwide.2) 49% of the eBay users on the USA site are located outside of the US. 3) Supply...
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As an eBay seller for almost 5 years, I have noticed that only about 50% of buyers leave feedback about their eBay experience with me. I am speaking for all of the eBay sellers in the world today and asking...
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Dec14
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Sellers have mixed opinions on using the Buy it Now option their auctions. Some do not use BIN because they like the exposure they get to potential buyers for the full duration of the listing (5 days, 7 days, or...
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Negative feedback. Every eBay seller’s worst fear. It is not a matter of “if” but a matter of “when.” Somebody is going to have a bad day and lash out at you. The key here is not revenge, but damage...
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This is the number one question that I am asked. “What day and time should I end my auction to get the highest price?” The answer, “Too many variables exist to answer that question.” When eBay first began, many sellers...
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I frequently receive emails from people complaining about eBay’s listing fees. The way I see it, listing fees are no different than paying for an ad in the newspaper - you pay for the ad whether your item sells or...
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One year it was Tickle-Me-Elmo. Last year it was the Wii game console. Hot holiday toys and electronics that disappear from store shelves and end up for sale on eBay at inflated prices. The black market for toys. Is it right?...
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Dec13
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As an eBay consultant, I have been asked, “Can I sell a fake purse on eBay, even if I explain that it is a cheap knock-off?” The answer, “Absolutely not!” eBay has strict policies in place that prohibit the sale...
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I am hearing sellers comment that their sales are slow for December. Don’t panic. eBay is cyclical. Lots of shoppers are waiting for their Christmas bonus, or one more paycheck before shopping. Here are a few tips to help you thru the slump:...
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eBay is running a one-day special today, December 13, for fixed price listings. The insertion fees for fixed priced listings are only 20 cents. The promotion runs all day, Thursday, December 13. Remember, this special price applies only to fixed price listings...
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Dec12
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In the spirit of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, eBay has named the second Monday in December “Green Monday.” The name is derived from the fact that the second Monday in December is an extremely busy shopping day on eBay....
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Here is an example of how selling a hot toy can mean big profits on eBay. The hot electronics “toy” this year, just as last year, is the Nintendo Wii. These game consoles often come packaged in bundles, including the...
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Business owners have discovered the power of capturing the eBay segment of the market for building their customer base and generating leads for their non-eBay businesses. You might be wondering why a large business would bother with eBay – can it really...
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Dec11
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The term sounds impressive, doesn’t it? “Power Seller.” So what exactly is a Power Seller on eBay, and how can you become one? Actually, there are several different levels of Power Sellers on eBay and each is based on gross...
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Hello, I am Suzanne Wells, The eBay Coach, and I am thrilled and honored to be a part of the Know More Media Team. I am a WAHM of 2 children, have a BA in Business Administration, and live in...
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and she makes a nice income selling advertising space there. She has started a second blog with some of her mom friends, Mamas Like, which offers reviews of products created by moms.
