Good auction items get more bids. A few simple touches make a big difference in how much your items raise.
Use a Clear Photo
- Add a bright, clear photo to every item
- Show the item close up and in good light
- Items with photos get far more attention than items without
Write a Description People Want to Read
- Say exactly what the winner gets
- Include the fun part, such as the experience or the story behind it
- Keep it short and easy to read
- List any details like dates, sizes, or limits
Price It to Invite Bids
- Set the starting bid at about 30 to 50 percent of the value
- A lower start invites more people to jump in
- Use a bid increment that fits the item value
Help Bidders Find It
- Give the item a clear, simple name
- Set the item type and category so it is easy to browse
- Turn on Display On Public Form so bidders can see it
One Last Check
Before you go live, open your public form and look at each item the way a bidder would. If it looks good to you, it will look good to them.