We suggest you write your description in Word or another program that includes an editor such as Spell Check and Grammar Check before posting your item.  After writing the description have a second party read it to check for spelling errors, grammar errors, and readability.

Here are some things you should consider when writing your item description.

• What is the item?
  

• What materials is it made of?
  

• When was it made?  Is there an expiration date?
  

• Is it new or used?
  

• What company/designer/author made it?
  

• What condition is it in?  Be honest.  Remember the winning bidder will see the product.  Is the item used, new, still under warranty?  Be sure to mention any flaws or damage.
  

• If the item is donated include a mention of who donated it.
  

• For electronics, games, computer accessories, tools, etc. include any system requirements or restrictions.
  

• Check out company websites for product descriptions and statistics.
  Remember to tell the bidder where to pick up the item or how much shipping will be.
  
  Do not:
  

• Include anything that you are not sure is true.  If you are not positive of a fact do not include it, or tell readers that you are not sure.
  

• Lie about or exaggerate the condition of the item.