Most people have them. Boxes of trinkets, outgrown baby clothes, collectible dolls, or other odds and ends they no longer need. The cell phone charger that doesn't fit your new phone is a treasure to someone else. The extra pieces of flatware from your old set may be exactly what someone else needs to fill the gaps in theirs. Just the same, most people could also use a little extra space and a little extra cash. If you are one of those "most people," head over to eBay to sell your extra stuff, lighten your load and weigh down your wallet.

eBay is a popular online auction site, where you can buy and sell, new or used. If you are looking to clean your house and de-clutter, you can sell anything (just about), for a small fee, and come out big.

There are some very basic things to know about eBay to become a successful leisure seller. Ratings are key, honesty is necessary, and follow-through is essential. You should also know some basics about fees, how eBay assesses them, and where to find what the fee schedule is. It is also important to understand how to calculate shipping charges so you are not caught paying all your earnings to ship your items to their buyers.