CozyBug launched today filling a niche that has been overlooked in the past Think of it as eBay for big stuff — the stuff that is too bulky and costly to ship.
Sellers get a mini virtual web storefront, and have the option to advertise their storefronts throughout the site.
This is perfect for me as I just won a prize package from NFL.com (through Gimme Sweeps) and one prize is a huge leather recliner that I have already allocated for sale.
With free registration and $1.00 listings plus a free storefront, how can you go wrong? I have wished for competition to eBay which has grown too large, with bloated ego, and nickels and dimes you to death.
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Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Thursday, July 12, 2007
TechCrunch Blogs about CozyBug.com
http://www.techcrunch.com/2007/07/11/cozybug-the-ebay-for-big-stuff/
CozyBug launched today. It is best summed up as an eBay for big stuff. It’s meant for large items that people often sell locally because they’re too big to ship or are used and need in person inspection. Sellers get a mini virtual web storefront, and have the option to advertise their storefronts throughout the site.
The site doesn’t support shipping goods and is meant to replace local business classified advertising. They say it’s ideal for “antique stores, second-hand furniture stores, local car dealerships, flea market vendors, and small businesses that do not have websites.”
Listings cost $1.00, include up to four images and last 30 days. Premium listings cost $2.00, but include four images and the option of uploading two additional images for $1.00 each. Virtual storefronts cost $5.00. New registrants get one store and listing for free.
The company was formed in late 2002, and I can’t help but think they were coaxed into launching by the entrance of eBay’s Kijiji into the market. Both are taking on the large incumbent Craigslist. While Kijiji is essentially Craigslist, CozyBug differentiates itself by adding storefronts.
CozyBug has a tough road to plough if they want to be a localized eBay. They’re up against LiveDeal and sandwiched between Craigslist, which serves the “garage sale” crowd, and eBay, which serves local businesses looking to scale their business internationally. They also face a growing local advertising market that helps local businesses generate sales based on search terms
CozyBug launched today. It is best summed up as an eBay for big stuff. It’s meant for large items that people often sell locally because they’re too big to ship or are used and need in person inspection. Sellers get a mini virtual web storefront, and have the option to advertise their storefronts throughout the site.
The site doesn’t support shipping goods and is meant to replace local business classified advertising. They say it’s ideal for “antique stores, second-hand furniture stores, local car dealerships, flea market vendors, and small businesses that do not have websites.”
Listings cost $1.00, include up to four images and last 30 days. Premium listings cost $2.00, but include four images and the option of uploading two additional images for $1.00 each. Virtual storefronts cost $5.00. New registrants get one store and listing for free.
The company was formed in late 2002, and I can’t help but think they were coaxed into launching by the entrance of eBay’s Kijiji into the market. Both are taking on the large incumbent Craigslist. While Kijiji is essentially Craigslist, CozyBug differentiates itself by adding storefronts.
CozyBug has a tough road to plough if they want to be a localized eBay. They’re up against LiveDeal and sandwiched between Craigslist, which serves the “garage sale” crowd, and eBay, which serves local businesses looking to scale their business internationally. They also face a growing local advertising market that helps local businesses generate sales based on search terms
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
What is a CozyBug SwapSpot?
What is a Cozybug SwapSpot?
We have two types of Cozybug SwapSpots
Basic - A partner or affiliate in cooperation with CozyBug.com that allows his or her retail space or parking lot as an area where one can meet up to show, view or exchange an item to purchase or sell. This is only meant to be used as a neutral area so that peope have the option to meet in a public area and present their items for sale or view an item being potential purchased only!
Full Service - A partner or affiliate in cooperation with CozyBug.com that allow his or her retail space or parking lot as an area where one can meet up to show, view or exchange an item to purchase or sell. In addition, this place may or may not allow users to drop off items to put on consignment, post/list the item on CozyBug.com or temporarily store item for viewing by potential buyers for a fee!
We have two types of Cozybug SwapSpots
Basic - A partner or affiliate in cooperation with CozyBug.com that allows his or her retail space or parking lot as an area where one can meet up to show, view or exchange an item to purchase or sell. This is only meant to be used as a neutral area so that peope have the option to meet in a public area and present their items for sale or view an item being potential purchased only!
Full Service - A partner or affiliate in cooperation with CozyBug.com that allow his or her retail space or parking lot as an area where one can meet up to show, view or exchange an item to purchase or sell. In addition, this place may or may not allow users to drop off items to put on consignment, post/list the item on CozyBug.com or temporarily store item for viewing by potential buyers for a fee!
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