| Finding a cheap Macbook is easier than you think. | | | | - Does the Macbook still have it's warranty: If the |
| Whenever Apple releases a new version of their | | | | warranty is still under one year then you can still buy |
| popular laptop many consumers rush to buy the next | | | | an additional two years of coverage through Apple |
| big change in the Apple laptop line. | | | | by purchasing "AppleCare". |
| When this happens the market is flooded with a slew | | | | - Check the shipping costs: Sometimes a great deal |
| of practically brand new Macbooks that are in near | | | | isn't so great when a seller adds on outrageous |
| perfect condition. Apple typically refreshes their | | | | shipping costs. See if the seller is willing to ship the |
| notebook line every year. Sometimes the refreshes a | | | | laptop for free or split the shipping costs. |
| include a total redesign such as with the release of | | | | - Payment protection: Never send cash! Make sure to |
| the Aluminum Unibody Macbook. Other times it is just | | | | use a credit card or better yet use Paypal as a |
| a minor speed bump like a CPU upgrade. Whatever | | | | means of payment. Paypal has a great buyer |
| the case, you can find some great deals on eBay. | | | | protection system. They hold the money in escrow |
| Making your first purchase on eBay can be a little | | | | until you receive the Mac Book and verify that it is |
| daunting but with a little homework and following the | | | | as described. If there is a problem then getting credit |
| tips here you will find that a safe purchase is only a | | | | back is a simple process through the Paypal resolution |
| few clicks away. | | | | center. |
| Tips for buying a Macbook through eBay | | | | - Photos: Are you satisfied with the photos that are |
| - Check the seller feedback: Does the seller have a | | | | displayed? If not then ask the seller to email you |
| good rating in their feedback? Look at the history | | | | some additional pictures. Remember a good seller will |
| and see if there are any complaints. | | | | be willing to go out of the way to make you |
| - Contact the seller: There is an option on eBay to | | | | comfortable. |
| contact the seller. Ask a lot of questions such as "Is | | | | - What is included: Does the Macbook come with the |
| there any damage to the item" or "Is the Macbook | | | | necessary power cords? What software is include |
| used or new?". Ask as many questions as you need | | | | (iLife, iWork etc...) Do you get the original restore |
| to make yourself comfortable. A trusted seller will | | | | discs? |
| not have any problem answering | | | | Everyday people make big ticket purchases through |
| - Be sure to triple check the description: Check the | | | | eBay but if you are new to the online auction site |
| description thoroughly to be sure that you are | | | | then you may want to make a few smaller purchase |
| getting what you want. Make a screen capture and | | | | that are less expensive until you make the decision |
| save in case the item isn't what it was described as | | | | to get that Macbook you have been dreaming about. |
| being | | | | |