posted on August 12, 2001 09:51:19 PM new
I just ran across an auction that states that there is "AN ADDITIONAL "YAHOO" CHARGE OF $1 WILL BE ADDED TO THE FINAL PRICE". I know you can't due that on ebay, but is it allowed on Yahoo?
posted on August 13, 2001 04:28:15 AM new
I've never seen nor heard of this type of charge. Looks like an attempt to charge the buyer for listing and other fees. I do not know if it is specifically prohibited by Yahoo, but I don't think it would be looked upon favorably.
posted on August 14, 2001 07:19:29 PM new
Hi
The thing about Ebay is that they "spell" the "rules" out and there are always many rules to keep up with Ebay's rule I believe was that you couldn't state that X amount of money is for paypal fees. Paypal even backed them up and said not to state a paypal fee as well. I think if it deals with how you pay for auctions then no you can't charge an addt'l fee.
I believe the policy (Ebay) does allow you to charge reasonable shipping and handling fees to the final price of an item, as long as it's disclosed up front. I believe Yahoo follows the same idea. The idea is that sellers are incurring costs for packaging, mailing, handling, gas fees etc.
Ebay's rule I believe was that you couldn't state that X amount of money is for paypal fees. Paypal even backed them up and said not to state a paypal fee as well. I think if it deals with how you pay for auctions then no you can't charge an addt'l fee.