⚙️ Step 1 – Prepare Your Card

Inspect and Clean: Handle only by the edges, dust lightly with a microfiber cloth, and check corners, edges, and centering for flaws.

Sleeve and Top-Load: Slide upright into a penny sleeve, then into a top-loader. Add painter’s tape and label. A clean, labeled card looks professional — and sells faster.

📸 Step 2 – Scan or Photograph

Use natural light or a 45° lamp angle. Keep a plain black or white background. Show both sides, crop tight, and avoid glare. A flatbed scanner @ 600 dpi works best.

🧠 Step 3 – Research Sold Listings

Check the Load Board and eBay → Advanced Search → Sold Listings. Compare 3–5 recent sales for similar cards and grades. Use COMC or 130Point for real-time pricing.

💼 Step 4 – Choose Your Listing Format

Format	Best For	Notes
Buy It Now	Common / mid-range cards	Set price + Best Offer
Auction	Hot rookies / rare pulls	7 days @ 75–85 % of avg sold
Quantity	Base / duplicates	Save time with multi-list

🏷️ Step 5 – Write Your Title

Format = Player + Year + Brand + Set + Card # + Parallel + Team

Example: 2023 Topps Chrome #45 Shohei Ohtani Refractor Los Angeles Angels MLB

📋 Step 6 – Item Specifics

Field	Example
Player/Athlete	Shohei Ohtani
Season	2023
Manufacturer	Topps
Parallel/Variety	Refractor
Team	Los Angeles Angels
League	MLB

💰 Step 7 – Set Your Price

BIN = 10–20 % above average sold.
Auction = 75–85 % of average sold.
Enable Best Offer for flexibility.

📦 Step 8 – Select Shipping

Method	Best For	Est. Cost
eBay Std Envelope	Raw <$20	$1.13–$1.50
USPS Ground Adv.	>$20 cards	≈ $4.25
Priority Mail	Graded / High Value	$9 +

✅ Step 9 – Final Checks

Review title + photos, confirm handling time (1–2 days), set returns (30 days). Then click List Item → You’re Live!

🚀 Step 10 – Keep Your Momentum

Listing your first card is step one. Next up is consistency — the 5-a-Week Challenge and Load Board will help you stay active and visible in the community.

Lesson Goal: Learn to write keyword-rich eBay titles and fill in every item detail that helps collectors find — and buy — your cards.

⚙️ Step 1 – Why Titles Matter

Your title is the headline buyers see first. It also tells eBay’s search engine exactly what your listing is about.

Follow this keyword order: Player Name + Year + Brand + Set + Card # + Parallel/Feature + Team

Example: 2023 Topps Chrome #45 Shohei Ohtani Refractor Los Angeles Angels MLB

Avoid filler words like “LOOK!” or emojis — they waste space and hurt visibility.

✏️ Step 2 – Get the Right Info Before You Type

• Click “Have one to sell? Sell now on eBay.” to autofill details.

• Double-check against sold listings or card checklists.

• Accuracy prevents returns and boosts placement beside pro listings.

🧠 Step 3 – Fill Out Item Specifics Completely

Field	Example
Player/Athlete	Shohei Ohtani
Season	2023
Manufacturer	Topps
Parallel/Variety	Refractor
Set	Topps Chrome
Team	Los Angeles Angels
League	MLB
Autographed	No
Type	Sports Trading Card

📋 Step 4 – Write Your Description Like a Pro

Keep it short and honest: include condition, handling, and shipping.

Example: This 2023 Topps Chrome Shohei Ohtani Refractor #45 is in excellent condition — sharp corners, clean surface, bright finish. Pulled fresh, sleeved immediately, and stored smoke-free.

💰 Step 5 – Set Category & Pricing

Format	When to Use	Strategy
Buy It Now	Common to rare cards	10–20 % above sold + Best Offer
Auction	Hot players / short prints	Start ≈ 75–85 % of avg sold
Quantity Listing	Base duplicates	Combine for multi-sales

✅ Step 6 – Final Check Before Publishing

• Proofread your title for typos

• Confirm photos match title

• Check shipping & handling time (1–2 days)

• Add listing to your spreadsheet

💡 Lesson Goal
Learn how to price your cards for steady sales and profit. You’ll use the research from Day 1 and the listing skills from Day 2 to set prices that move cards without leaving money on the table.

⚙️ Step 1 – Know Your Numbers

You can’t profit if you don’t know your costs. Write down these three numbers for every card:

• Listing Price – what you’ll ask on eBay
• Estimated Fees – usually ≈ 13 % of the sale
• Shipping Cost – envelope, mailer, label, postage

💡 Example
If you sell a card for $12 and spend $1.50 to ship, eBay keeps about $1.55.
Your profit = $12 − ($1.50 + $1.55) = $8.95

🧮 Step 2 – Find Your Profit Margin

Use your simple spreadsheet from Day 1 and add two new columns: Fees (13 %) | Shipping | Net Profit.

Keep your goal simple for now — $2 profit minimum per card. It might not sound like much, but five cards a week at $2+ adds up fast, especially when the Load Board and 5-a-Week Challenge start showcasing your consistency.

🧠 Step 3 – Study the Market

Before pricing, compare at least five sold listings for your card.

• CWH eBay Hub
• COMC and 130Point for recent comps

Ask yourself:

• What did the average raw card sell for?
• Are graded versions raising interest?
• How many are currently listed vs. sold?

💬 You can also glance at the Load Board for similar cards — it’s like a live market pulse from fellow collectors.

🏷️ Step 4 – Choose Your Pricing Format

Format	When to Use	Strategy
Buy It Now (BIN)	Common to mid-range cards	Set 10 – 20 % above average sold + Best Offer ON
Auction	Hot rookies or rare parallels	7-day auction ≈ 75 – 85 % of avg sold price
Quantity Listing	Duplicates or base lots	Use multi-quantity BIN to save time
Lot Pricing	Low-value commons	Combine cards to create value lots

💡 Consistency beats luck — five well-priced cards each week get more traffic than 50 random ones once a month.

🧾 Step 5 – Add Shipping Profit Smartly

Method	Ideal For	Typical Cost	Tip
eBay Standard Envelope	Raw cards < $20	$1.13 – $1.50	Trackable + cheap
USPS Ground Advantage	Heavier loads	≈ $4.25	Bundle cards to save
Priority Mail	Graded / High-value	≈ $9 +	Use free USPS boxes

💡 You can add $0.25 – $0.50 to your shipping rate to cover supplies like sleeves and mailers — this is normal practice.

💼 Step 6 – Review Your Listing Before Posting

• Confirm the price aligns with your spreadsheet.

• Double-check your shipping method.

• Enable Best Offer to encourage activity.

• Update your inventory sheet with the listing link and asking price.

💡 This habit builds a paper trail you’ll use later for the CWH Profit Calculator lesson.

🚀 Step 7 – Prepare for the 5-a-Week Challenge

You’ve now priced and listed your first few cards — excellent work. As you keep going, you’ll start grouping five cards each week as your “load.” Later, you’ll learn how to submit those loads to the CWH Load Board for review and community highlights.

📣 The most accurate and honest listings are often featured on the CWH Facebook page — free advertising and a boost for your store.

💡 Bonus CWH Tips

• Re-check pricing weekly — markets move fast.
• Keep 5 new cards listed each week to stay active in search results.
• Use the “Send Offer to Watchers” tool for quick sales.
• Avoid underpricing — slow profit beats fast losses.

💡 Lesson Goal
Ship every card safely, affordably, and professionally — because good packaging builds trust, repeat buyers, and solid feedback.

⚙️ Step 1 – Protect Before You Pack

• Slide the card into a penny sleeve.
• Insert into a top-loader or semi-rigid holder.
• Add a strip of painter’s tape to seal the top.
• Label your loader if you’re sending multiple cards — your future self will thank you.

💡 A protected card means fewer returns and happier buyers.

🧤 Step 2 – Add Team Bag & Cardboard Support

• Slip the sleeved card into a team bag for dust protection.
• Sandwich it between two thin cardboard pieces slightly larger than the loader.
• Secure gently with painter’s tape (no packing tape directly on the loader).

💬 Optional: Add a thank-you note or store name — it makes your package memorable.

📬 Step 3 – Choose Your Mailing Method

Method	Best For	Approx. Cost (2025)	Tracking	Tip
PWE (eBay Standard Envelope)	Cards ≤ $20, ≤ 3 oz	$1.13 – $1.50	✅	Print via eBay Seller Hub for protection
Rigid / Ground Advantage	Bulk or higher-value cards	≈ $4.25	✅	Use padded or rigid mailer
Priority Mail	Graded / high-end	≈ $9+	✅ + Insurance	Free USPS boxes

💡 Hand-written stamps aren’t tracked — use eBay-printed labels for seller protection.

📦 Step 4 – Packing Process

• Card → Sleeve → Loader → Team Bag
• Add cardboard sandwich
• Wrap in bubble wrap or kraft paper
• Insert into envelope or mailer
• Seal flat and label clearly

💡 For PWE, mark “Non-Machinable” and stay under ¼ inch for eBay Standard rules.

💰 Step 5 – Save on Supplies

• Penny sleeves, top-loaders, team bags
• Painter’s tape, bubble mailers, rigid envelopes
• Free Priority Mail boxes from USPS

💡 Buy in bulk once to save time and money.

🧾 Step 6 – Shipping Checklist

• ✅ Correct buyer address
• ✅ Tracking uploaded
• ✅ Card secured (no rattle)
• ✅ Spreadsheet updated with tracking ID
• ✅ Proof of scan at drop-off

💡 You’ll reuse this data later for CWH inventory and profit lessons.

🚀 Step 7 – Build Routine & Reputation

Set a regular shipping day — predictability keeps your store running smooth and helps buyers plan. You’ll soon share your loads and shipments on the Load Board as part of the 5-a-Week Challenge.

📣 Top packagers often get featured on the CWH Facebook page — a free boost for your store.

💡 Bonus CWH Tips

• Use eBay Standard Envelope labels for low-value cards with tracking.
• Keep under 3 oz and ¼ inch for eligibility.
• Re-use clean mailers to save money.
• Drop off inside the post office for proof of scan.
• A secure, flat package builds your reputation.

💡 Every package represents you — pack it like you’d want to receive it.

💡 Lesson Goal
Learn how to handle communication, feedback, and follow-up after every sale — because what happens after the card ships builds your long-term reputation.

• ✅ Respond to buyers the right way
• ✅ Use feedback to grow your store
• ✅ Turn one sale into a repeat buyer

⚙️ Step 1 – Communicate Early

Message the buyer once your label is printed:

“Thanks for your purchase — your card ships Thursday morning!”

If you have a set shipping day (like every Thursday), mention it.

Always upload tracking — eBay automatically updates your buyer.

💡 Quick messages = fewer cancellations and better feedback.

📦 Step 2 – Confirm Delivery

Once tracking shows Delivered:

“Hi — just checking that your card arrived safely. Thanks again for your order!”

💬 Never say “Please leave feedback.” Show you care and they will.

🌟 Step 3 – Leave Thoughtful Feedback

Leave positive feedback once the buyer pays.

Keep it short but personal:

“Smooth transaction — fast payment. Thanks for supporting CWH listings!”

Professional tone = professional image.

💡 Feedback also keeps your store active in eBay search rankings.

🧾 Step 4 – Track Feedback in Your Sheet

Add columns to your Day 1 spreadsheet:

Feedback Left (Y/N) | Feedback Received (Y/N) | Notes

💡 Use positive feedback quotes as future Load Board highlights.

🧠 Step 5 – Handle Issues Calmly

• Respond within 24 hours.
• Offer solutions (refund or replacement if reasonable).
• Keep screenshots of messages if eBay steps in.

💡 Respectful communication turns mistakes into trust.

🚀 Step 6 – Grow Your Reputation

Every message, shipment, and rating adds to your public score. As your metrics improve, you move closer to Top Rated Seller status — higher search placement and more buyer confidence.

💬 Consistency and communication set you apart — and it’s what CWH looks for when approving Load Board submissions.

🧩 Step 7 – Connect to the Community

Once you’ve listed a few cards and built your routine, you’re ready to share on the Load Board — a collector-driven space highlighting weekly activity and building trust.

• Submit links to your five new listings (links only — no screenshots).
• Each entry must include the three required fields (Seller Name, Card Title, Listing Link).
• Once verified by CWH (usually within 24–48 hours), your cards appear publicly.

You’ll learn how in the next lesson — the 5-a-Week Challenge.

📣 Active Load Board participants are often featured on the official CWH Facebook page — a free way to promote your listings and help new collectors learn.

💡 Bonus CWH Tips

• Respond to messages quickly.
• Thank repeat buyers — they build your foundation.
• Stay professional in every message — you never know who’s watching.
• Keep your feedback sheet updated.
• Celebrate your wins on the Load Board — it inspires others to keep going.

💡 Lesson Goal
The 5-a-Week Challenge keeps you consistent and connected. Each week you’ll list five cards and submit those links to the Load Board — your checkpoint that shows progress and lets the CWH community cheer you on.

• ✅ Join the 5-a-Week Challenge
• ✅ Submit links correctly for Load Board approval
• ✅ Build a routine that keeps sales steady

🧱 Step 1 – Understand the Purpose

The Challenge is simple:

List 5 cards each week → submit your links → get featured on the Load Board.

• Consistency sells — active stores rank higher on eBay.
• Community helps — sharing listings teaches new collectors.
• Accountability wins — the Load Board keeps you motivated and visible.

💬 Think of the 5-a-Week page as your “race prep” and the Load Board as the finish line.

📝 Step 2 – What to Submit

Each week’s submission form includes three required fields for CWH approval (verified within 24–48 hours):

• Seller Name / Store Handle – exactly as it appears on eBay or COMC.
• Card Title – copy your full eBay listing title for accuracy.
• Direct Listing Link – paste the URL from your live eBay listing (no shorteners).

Once approved, your cards appear on the Load Board in three categories:

• 5 You Listed – your new uploads for the week
• 5 You Bought – cards added to PC or inventory (≤ 5)
• 5 You Sold – sales you’re celebrating (≤ 5)

💡 You must submit 5 new listings to qualify for Bought and Sold sections.

⚙️ Step 3 – How It Works

• List your five cards on eBay.
• Go to the CWH 5-a-Week page.
• Enter Seller Name, Card Title, and Listing Link.
• Submit once per week.
• CWH verifies and adds them to the Load Board within 24–48 hours.

🧠 Each approved week adds to your CWH track record and may earn a social media highlight.

🧩 Step 4 – Why It Matters

• Builds routine – listing regularly creates momentum.
• Boosts visibility – CWH features active members on Facebook.
• Teaches by example – your listings help new sellers learn formats and pricing.
• Creates credibility – the more weeks you submit, the more buyers trust your brand.

💬 “5 cards a week is just the start — it’s about staying in the game.”

🧾 Step 5 – Tips for Success

• Schedule your five listings every Sunday or Monday to stay consistent.
• Label cards in your spreadsheet for easy submission.
• Use feedback from Day 5 to see which cards perform best.
• If short on time, list duplicates or commons to keep momentum.

💡 Even low-value cards count — the goal is habit, not profit per card.

🧠 Step 6 – Stay Engaged

• Visit the Load Board to see new listings.
• Encourage others by sharing and commenting on featured posts.
• Every submission strengthens the community and keeps the hobby active.

📣 CWH regularly selects featured Load Board sellers for spotlights — free advertising for your store!

💡 Bonus CWH Tips

• Submit on the same day each week for fast approval.
• Avoid URL shorteners — paste the full link.
• Check for typos in titles before submission.
• Keep your five organized in a folder labeled “Week X.”
• Stay encouraged — everyone starts at zero.

💡 Lesson Goal
The Load Board is where CWH members show consistency and connection — not a marketplace, but a highlight board where collectors share what they’ve listed, bought, or sold each week to inspire others and build routine.

• ✅ Submit your weekly 5-a-Week load
• ✅ Get verified and featured on the Load Board
• ✅ Support other collectors in the CWH community

⚙️ Step 1 – What the Load Board Is

Think of the Load Board as your weekly scoreboard. Every week, sellers who complete the 5-a-Week Challenge submit their verified links. Once approved, CWH adds them to the board for everyone to see.

🛑 No transactions happen on CWH — all sales take place on your merchant accounts like eBay or COMC.

The board celebrates effort, consistency, and good listing habits.

“It’s not about who sells the most — it’s about who shows up every week.”

🧱 Step 2 – The Three Required Fields

• Seller Name / Store Handle: exactly as it appears on your merchant account.
• Card Title: copy your full eBay title for accuracy.
• Direct Listing Link: paste the full URL from your live listing (no shortened links).

Once approved (within 24–48 hours), your cards appear on the Load Board.

🔁 Step 3 – Weekly Categories

Category	Description	Max Allowed
5 You Listed	Your five new listings for the week	5
5 You Bought	Cards added to your PC or inventory	≤ 5
5 You Sold	Cards you’re celebrating this week	≤ 5

✅ You must submit five new listings to qualify for Bought and Sold sections. This keeps the board balanced and focused on activity.

🧾 Step 4 – How to Submit (and Correct if Needed)

• Complete your weekly listings.
• Go to the CWH 5-a-Week Challenge page.
• Fill out the three required fields.
• Submit once per week — that week’s load only.
• Check back within 24–48 hours to see your name posted.

💡 To correct a mistake, email cwhcountrywidehybrid@gmail.com with subject “Load Board Edit” and include seller name, incorrect link/title, and correction. CWH will remove and allow resubmission.

🌟 Step 5 – Get Featured

CWH highlights active Load Board members on social media — especially Facebook — through:

• Weekly spotlights for consistent participants
• Collector stories or unique card highlights
• Streak awards (10, 20, 30 weeks of uploads)

📣 Free exposure for your store and a chance to inspire others.

🧠 Step 6 – Why It Matters

• New collectors gain visibility and confidence.
• Seasoned sellers stay steady in listing rhythm.
• Buyers see real people behind each card.

Every verified link adds to the CWH community story.

💡 Bonus CWH Tips

• Submit your five each week — routine is everything.
• Double-check links before sending.
• Keep titles clean and formatted like your listings.
• Share your Load Board post for more reach.
• If you make a mistake, email for removal — no worries.