Danfrphils

eBay Buyer Incentives Are Not a Good Bargain

Wow, I can't believe someone is actually criticizing the Microsoft Cashback program. When Microsoft told me they would give me 30% off on my purchase on eBay, I jumped on it. My first thought was that it was a generous deal. I've received hundreds of dollars cash back from the program and I've withdrawn it into my bank account via my PayPal account. In addition, I notice that my items sell faster with Buy-it-Now and at a higher price.

Dinah, maybe if instead of being a "hater," if you actually try it out, you'll know how it actually works and maybe (just maybe) realize it's a pretty good deal. I agree that It's not for everyone because there are a number of hoops and steps to jump through, as well as the wait. But they are not difficult things to do. Here's what I think: make me do a few things and wait a few weeks if it means higher discounts. Heck, I'll do it all and more if I can get 30% (or 25% right now) cash back.

I honestly don't know how MS & eBay pay for this given that my Powerseller fees to eBay and PP fees don't come anywhere close to the 25% or 30% of transaction price that I've gotten back.