Effective product sourcing is built upon the foundation of market research. It's time to start expanding your inventory with confidence using research as your guide.

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With all the time it takes to take pictures, list your products and then package and ship, how are you ever going to fit research into your business strategy? Check out these articles to find out how.

Know the supply and demand for your product, and where these trends are heading. With research, you can also stay ahead of a changing market around various seasons and holidays.

Remove the guesswork when it comes to your listing decisions. Know exactly which features are working to make you more money, and which ones are only increasing your eBay fees. Learn how to optimize your listing to ensure maximum profitability.

Know which keywords are working and which ones aren't. With research, you can include the keywords in your title that you know buyers are searching for. Learn the most effective keywords to use to hook those high bidders.