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I didi it! Up and running on eBay again! Wahoo!
 

I did it! It was a little nerve-wracking. Phew!


New user account on laptop - check
New IP address via jetpack - check
new gmail account - check
Got an EIN for paypal - check
Signed up for paypal business account - check
signed up for eBay user id - check

Will sign up for VBA later today.

Am I missing anything?

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Make sure to wash your photos with EXIF removers, Batch Purifier works well. Also, new descriptions and titles.

Log those IP addresses as well all the time as at some point IF you expand to more accounts you have a full history of IPs used.

Good luck :peace:

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Did you already add the EIN?

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Where do I get Batch Purifier? I was thinking of just redoing my photos.

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BatchPurifier - Remove Hidden Data from Multiple Files

Download here. Check the link before you download, I can't find the link I got it from.

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Yes I did. Shouldn't I have?

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Not that you should or should not. But you dont have to until paypal requests it at around 170 sales or 17k(although it can be earlier or later)

The problem with adding it right away is just in case you get 0-0 selling limits or the account does not last very long(hey, it happens).

If you wait until you absolutely have to, you can then make the decision about the account. Is it going to last? Is the feedback at least great? Any policy violations or warnings? etc... and then make the educated decision of adding it or not.

Basically just reduces the risk of burning an EIN that can be costly and timely to setup.

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I wanted to sign up for a paypal business account. But I think what you're saying is I could have upgraded later?

The EIN didn't cost me anything tho.

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Yes, upgrade when required.

You chose a sole proprietor?

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No, LLC. That's what was recommended.

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Good choice. so within the next two years you have to file with a State. To open a bank account you have to file right away.
That costs some money and most states have some sort of minimum taxes. Example, CA approaches $1000 to file. MA is $525 to file and a minimum $500.00 fee every year even if you loose money and turn no profit. Also it usually is an additional accounting fee.

All these things are really just a small cost of doing business right?

But if you loose the account, it stinks to have to go through the process again.

That is why most of us always recommend to only add the EIN when you are required. Basically insurance. :peace:

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You can also do that - smart move to redo photos :)

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All new pics, but also use batchpurifier or a similar service. You can be linked by the device that took the pics.

This is the real link and download.
BatchPurifier - Remove Hidden Data from Multiple Files

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Looks like for the State of CT:

File annual report $ 20
Business entity tax (every other year) $ 250
articles of organization $ 120
Name filing $ 60

Not too bad. But thanks for all the info!

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The good news is that no matter what, your new Company is useful. You can open multiple stealth accounts and withdraw to your business checking and savings accounts. You can run everything through the company even if you happen to loose the EIN registered ebay/paypal.

I wish you luck and congrats on your brand new account!

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Good to know!

Now I'm going to browse around eBay with my new identity and let them get used to me!

If I want to buy something with my new name to build a history, can I ship it to my old address or will that link me? (possibly a very stupid question, but as my old english teacher used to say, "No question is a stupid question").

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Get a PO box or alternative shipping address such as a UPS store.
When opening a PO box online, you can add several additional names, so your business name etc..

Pretty low risk addresses even if related to other ebay sellers are retail strip malls, UPS stores, industrial addresses and I am speaking for addresses for returns/purchases. I have a lot of friends in business so this is very handy when I am buying.

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i prefer JPEG & PNG Stripper - www.SteelBytes.com
jpeg and PNG stripper way more user friendly i think and it does more than just jpeg

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I was just looking at that program. Seems very user friendly and mac friendly, since I'm a mac girl! Thanks!

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You must understand now that you can not use any old or banned info on new accounts.

A dangerous word happens, LINK.

Avoid that to keep the new stealth accounts viable.
:typing:

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Me again!

Have you also written down all your info? Saves panic later!

Here is a file that is great for stealth

http://www.aspkin.com/forums/multipl...cel-sheet.html
:yar:

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Nice thread, i like k_lock

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Thanks GreenBean!

I've put everything into LastPass on my phone! (and hand written in a notebook because I just can't resist having it in old-school format too!)

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Gee, thanks! ;)

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I'm also recently up and running again. If I am asked for an EIN, is it okay to use a Sole Proprietor EIN, or will that cause issues?

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Should be OK.

Double check

www.irs.gov

Free and user friendly.
Good Luck.
:typing:

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I really like green beans! Especially steamed with butter!

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Dont forget the garlic!

:thumb:

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I love garlic! You read my mind! lol

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Excellent GreenBean you are always good for something lol

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Appreciate that!

Thing is there are so many things that just help newbies.

Every little helps!

:thumb:

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I've been very patient with my new stealth account that was set up on 1/12.

I just listed my first item for sale today and my limits are 50/5000. I'm very happy with that!

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^^Congrats on the starting limits k_lock. You must be doing something right :)

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I do have to say that the whole time I was setting up my stealth account, I heard the Mission Impossible music playing in the background. Made me feel like a spy. Very cool.

Aspkin, maybe you could add the music to the opening of eBay stealth guide???

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well K lock,

final tip,

i will need you to add my bank account that way you will have a secure bank to operate with stealth

:peace:

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Thanks. Already got that covered.

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Someone's giving away free bank accounts? :eek:

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i'll take 2

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Congrats on getting a new account set up :)

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This account is now 23 days old.
I've sold 4 items and have 4 or 5 listed.
It's a business account.

I received an email from eBay today offering to let me open up a store saying I'll save 25% for 4 months. Is it too soon to accept this offer? It expires on Feb 13th.