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.