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Seller FAQs - Self Serve

1 Can I monitor the bids on my item? Featured

Yes. You will be able to see the current High Bid on our website throughout the auction event. You will also receive notification from YouBidLocal about the number of bidders registered as well as other statistics of your auction. Personal information of…

2 How does YouBidLocal differ from Kijiji? Featured

With YouBidLocal, the whole sale is managed for you by our team of professionals. YouBidLocal does everything including cataloging, photography, marketing and billing. We market your items and notify our buyers who are collectors, antique dealers, resellers…

3 Is there a price or fee to use YouBidLocal? Featured

YouBidLocal charges a commission on the sale of your goods. The commission is based on the value of the total items being sold. There is no charge to have a YouBidLocal representative discuss the sale of your items with you. YouBidLocal Inc.© All Rights…

4 What are the benefits of YouBidLocal? Featured

YouBidLocal is the best way to sell a large number of items quickly and easily. We offer full reporting, proper tax collection and processing, and the entire process can be followed online. Plus you get a large number of bidders competing for your items.…

5 Are closing dates flexible?

Dates are flexible and are decided upon by the seller. We recommend closing at noon, to allow people can bid on their lunch break. Pick-up will occur within a few days of closing. YouBidLocal Inc.© All Rights Reserved.

6 Can I have more than one preview date?

Only about 25% of registered bidders will attend the preview. Depending on the size of the auction, and the nature of the items, additional preview times may be appropriate. YouBidLocal Inc.© All Rights Reserved.

7 Can I verify my item before it is listed?

Yes, you may request to "proof" the catalogue before it goes live. Please be sure to ask your YouBidLocal representive if you would like to do this. YouBidLocal Inc.© All Rights Reserved.

8 Do I need to have Internet access to sell with YouBidLocal?

No. The bidders will need to have access to the Internet in order to bid, however, YouBidLocal staff will keep you updated on the progress of your auction. Because we organize every aspect of the auction from cataloging, organizing preview, taking payments…

9 How can I arrange for buyers to preview my items if I live in a condo or apartment?

Condos or apartments often have rules that prevent on-site events, so it is best to check with your landlord or superintendent. If the rules allow it, we may be able to conduct an event with or without a preview. YouBidLocal Inc.© All Rights Reserved.

10 How do I include a photo and description of my item?

Photographs and cataloging are done by our staff. YouBidLocal Inc.© All Rights Reserved.