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Posted By: Jimmy Scott Elkins

As a bidder, I simply figure out the most I am willing to pay for an item. Then, place my bid taking the shipping charges into account, whether they are 10 cents or $20. There are several costs other than top loaders and bubble envelopes. So, as a seller, I take this into account as well. You have your time at the Post Office, packaging the item, etc. Also, some people have their secretaries do this for them. Plus, I always try to come out around a dollar to the good on shipping at least - it helps offset some of the constant rising eBay fees. So, if you are willing to pay $100 for a card, and the shipping charges including insurance are around $20 - only bid $80. This works great for me!