Many people have several DVDs and video games not being used. It is very easy to dust off these items and sell them on eBay. You don't even need to take pictures. eBay has made listing DVDs and videos games very easy!

The first step is to register with eBay. You will need to read and agree with their "User Agreement and Privacy Policy." You will then be asked to select a user name and password. Be creative with your user name because this is how other eBay members will identify you. You will also have to provide a valid email address which is used to verify your account. eBay will send a message to this email account with a confirmation code.

The second step is to sign up with PayPal which is the preferred method of payment on eBay. You will often get more bids on your auctions if you are a verified and registered PayPal member.

The third step, which is perceived as the most difficult, is to list your DVD or video game on eBay. This in fact, is probably the easiest step. eBay has a pre-filled item format. So all you have to do is enter the title, author, director, artist, ISBN number or UPC code. The title, item specifics, and a stock photo are automatically added to your listing. You may customize the item information further with additional item details or use a photo of your own. Of course, you can always choose to skip this time saving feature and enter item details manually.

The fourth step is to send an invoice and collect payment after the item sells. eBay will notify you by email when your auction closes. Log onto your eBay account and follow the steps on sending an invoice. You should always verify payment is received before sending the item.

The final step is to ship the item to the wining bidder. I usually prefer to send DVDs and video games via USPS priority mail. Priority service should only take 2-3 days within the continental US. I always pay the extra 45 cents for shipping confirmation. This way you can verify that the buyer actually received the item.

Follow these five steps and you will make a little extra money from the many unused DVDs and video games sitting around your house. You will quickly see how easy and fun it is to sell on eBay!