How do people ship for free on Ebay?

[Alan]

There is no such thing as true free shipping... those of us who offer free shipping are simply adding it into the cost of the item. With lightweight items, it's easy and affordable, you get that "FREE SHIPPING" banner across your listing photo, and you automatically receive 5 stars in your shipping DSR.

As for an item, take a hobby you are into and see what you can make of it. Example, I restore vintage audio equipment, which is a low volume, higher ticket sales item - however I buy a lot of repair parts in large quantity - and top quality. I then sell several parts on eBay in enough quantity that I can now purchase at the best volume discount AND make a profit on the items.

Now think of something you do, or would like to do. Work with a hobby you may have. There is nothing wrong with being seasonal either. A friend of mine sells flowers locally as a summer hobby (they look great around their house), and the seeds on eBay when in season. Do a lot of smaller sales and they do add up.