In eBay, the best policy to attract the most bidders is to offer a number of different payment options.  Increasingly it is essential to offer PayPal, as whilst this an expensive way of receiving funds, it is hugely convenient for buyers.  

Common methods of payment on eBay

• PayPal
• Cheque
• Bank transfer
• Postal orders
• Credit cards (details taken over telephone)
• Other online payment system (e.g. Nochex)

Love it or hate it, PayPal is the de facto standard for online payments.  Already the preferred method of payment on eBay, PayPal is now moving into off eBay payments with PayPal Pro.

We would recommend that all eBay purchases are made through PayPal.  Paying with PayPal provides buyer and seller protection not available if you pay by cheque or other payment methods.

PayPal charges a percentage of the transaction amount to use its service 

PayPal provides several methods for customising its payment services.

Click here to open a PayPal Account 

Nochex is a online payment solutions which is also commonly used by eBay sellers.  Consider it ifyou are looking for an alternative to PayPal.  

Nochex offers flexible pricing depending on transaction volumes

Click here to open a Nochex account