Back in 1995 when eBay was founded, no one ever dreamed it would become the world’s largest virtual marketplace for buying and selling. Originally, eBay was a way for collectors to connect and find the exact items they desired to grow their personal collections. Today, eBay is not just a gigantic global marketplace—people are using the platform to build businesses that create a part-time or full-time living.

Many individuals choose to use eBay as a hobby and a venue to sell personal items or collectibles they have accumulated over decades. Others come to eBay because a major life event has taken their health, their job, or their money. Now, eBay offers a flexible way to earn money on your own schedule, from home, with zero financial investment, and profits are only limited by the amount of effort a seller puts into the business. There are no barriers to entry on eBay. Anyone can start selling immediately.

The uniqueness of eBay lies in its accessibility and ease of use. Numerous home business opportunities are structured with start-up costs, lengthy training, and home parties, and eBay is available to anyone who has stuff in their house to sell, a computer with an internet connection, and the desire to learn. Anyone with the desire to succeed can start an eBay business, completely free of charge, and start making money in a few weeks.

Getting started on eBay is easy, just follow these steps:

Getting started on eBay may seem overwhelming at first. But millions of people make money selling on eBay, and if they can do it, you can, too. But one caveat: eBay charges fees for listing items for sale. Make sure you learn about the different ways you might be charged so you won’t get unpleasant surprises.

Building your home eBay business takes time, patience, dedication, and the willingness to learn. eBay has a step-by-step tutorial on their site with even more information about every aspect of the selling process. Millions of people make money on eBay every day, and so can you.