Labtops, earings: eBay typos can save you money

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By Angelica Thornton and KATU Web Staff

Summary

Did you know that misspelled words on eBay can spell big bargains? Every day hundreds, perhaps thousands, of people unknowingly sabotage their auctions by not checking for typos or misspellings. That means you can find lots of deals, and little or no competition.

Story Published: Jul 11, 2008 at 3:21 PM PDT

Story Updated: Nov 20, 2008 at 11:02 PM PDT

Labtops, earings: eBay typos can save you money

PORTLAND, Ore. - Did you know that a few misspelled words on eBay can spell big bargains for online shoppers?

Every day hundreds, perhaps thousands, of people unknowingly sabotage their auctions by not checking for typos or misspellings.

You can find lots of bargains, and little or no competition, by typing in commonly misspelled brands.

There are also Web sites that specialize in helping you find these deals:

If you are an eBay seller and are frustrated that no one is bidding on your stuff, let this be a lesson - get a dictionary or at least use the free spell check that eBay provides.

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