Elizabeth Harper, DealNews Contributing Writer

Elizabeth Harper

DealNews Contributing Writer

Originally working in IT, Elizabeth now writes on tech, gaming, and general consumer issues. Her articles have appeared in USA Today, Time, AOL, PriceGrabber, and more. She has been one of DealNews' most regular contributors since 2013, researching everything from vacuums to renters insurance to help consumers find what best fits their needs and budget. She lives in Austin, TX and has a keen interest in how tech is changing the world we live in.

How to Decide What Products to Sell on Amazon

By Elizabeth Harper, DealNews DealNews Contributing Writer

It can be tough to pick the right products to sell, whether you're just starting a business on Amazon or you're a seller trying to grow. Check out our guide on what you need to know to find the best products to sell on Amazon.

Published April 7, 2022

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10 Sales Tricks Retailers Use to Get You to Buy More

By Elizabeth Harper, DealNews DealNews Contributing Writer

Each day, stores try to make us put more into our carts and rack up a bigger bill at checkout. Let's look at the sales tricks shops use to convince us to open our wallets wider, so we can avoid doing just that.

Published March 10, 2022

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What to Know About How to Sell Clothes on Amazon

By Elizabeth Harper, DealNews DealNews Contributing Writer

Selling clothes poses unique challenges to retailers on the Amazon Marketplace. But smart sellers can still find success when they sell clothes on Amazon, as long as they're prepared to tackle fees, return issues, and more.

Published February 28, 2022

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How to Sell Tools Online: 6 Tips You Should Know

By Elizabeth Harper, DealNews DealNews Contributing Writer

With the average American household spending $3,000 per year on home projects, there's never been a better time to start selling tools online. Check out our guide on how to sell tools online to make sure you craft the best strategy.

Published January 27, 2022

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39 Retailers That Let You Buy Online and Return In-Store

By Elizabeth Harper, Julie Ramhold

To simplify online returns, some retailers allow you to take purchases to a local store. We list the retailers that let you buy online and return in-store, and offer tips about how these returns work.

Published November 29, 2021

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Is Cyber Monday Better Than Black Friday? 8 Ways the Shopping Holidays Differ

By Elizabeth Harper, Julie Ramhold

Last year, U.S. consumers spent more money online on Cyber Monday than they did on Black Friday. But are Cyber Monday deals as good as Black Friday offers? Check out our guide to learn how these two shopping holidays differ.

Published November 11, 2021

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How to Get Black Friday Doorbusters in 2021

By Julie Ramhold, Elizabeth Harper

Not all doorbuster deals are worth buying. Before you fall for the holiday hype, check out our guide to Black Friday doorbusters in 2021.

Published October 27, 2021

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How to Decide What Products to Sell on Amazon

By Elizabeth Harper, DealNews DealNews Contributing Writer

Whether you're just starting a business on Amazon or you're a seller trying to grow, it can be tough to pick the right products to sell. Check out our guide on what you need to know to find the best products to sell on Amazon .

Published September 9, 2021

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What Is 'Open-Box' and Should You Buy It?

By Elizabeth Harper, DealNews DealNews Contributing Writer

Open-box products tend to get a bad rap, but they may actually be brand-new. Still, they aren't always a good buy. If you're considering buying open-box, here are a few things you need to know first.

Published September 2, 2021

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Should You Sell Your Amazon Business?

By Elizabeth Harper, DealNews DealNews Contributing Writer

Amazon has made it easy for small businesses to market and sell their products to massive audiences, but is your business ready to be sold? Check out our guide to determine whether or not you should sell your Amazon business.

Published August 19, 2021

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