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October 2, 2017

DealDash: Bid on THIS not THAT

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Don’t bid on just anything on DealDash. Follow this quick DealDash Tips guide to choosing what to bid on.

Now, as a big fan of DealDash, you might think that I would advise you to bid on just any random thing on DealDash. However, that’s not the case at all. There are many wonderful things to bid on, but there are some things that are probably just not right for your life that you should avoid. Let’s take a quick look at my “choosing auctions” guide.

Do You Really Need That?

When you’re browsing through the auctions it might be tempting to bid on anything and everything that you find appealing. However, this can be very expensive, and if you are hopping from auction to auction, not very successful. If you are looking for something to bid on, why bother bidding on something that you’ve won 3 times before, such as a phone case or the same pair of earrings? If you have some bids burning a hole in your pocket, why not bid on something that you know that you will use, like a gift card?

You Can Never Go Wrong With a Gift Card

As I mentioned above, you can never go wrong with a gift card! If you have bids saved up and nothing to do with them, why not try for a gift card? You might not win, but you can always pay the face value of the card and get all of your bids back. That’s the great thing about DealDash, they only charge face value for gift cards, and you get free shipping. That makes them an even better deal than purchasing them online from the store that they’re from – because the other stores charge shipping.

Skip the In-Season Stuff

If it’s winter, I don’t suggest that you bid on a snow shovel, snow blower, or other cold-weather items. Seasonal items are in top demand, and it will be quite a battle to end up with them. It makes a lot more sense to bid on out of season items because there is less competition. If you think ahead to the next season, then you will be able to get much better deals. Think about it, how many people want to bid on a swimming pool in November?

Make Sure it Fits

Bidding on clothing can get you a super deal. However, you need to look closely at what sizes you are bidding on before you give it a shot. I mistakenly bid on (and won!) a size small sweater. I am definitely not a size small! I thought perhaps I would be able to exchange it for a large, but when I contacted customer service they said it wasn’t possible. They only have a certain number of each size, and the larges were already spoken for. It was my mistake, though, so I will just save it for Christmas and give it to my sister-in-law, who can wear a size small. If you aren’t sure of the sizing, I would suggest not bidding on the item. Wait until an item that you are sure will fit comes up for auction.

Thanks for Reading

I hope that you found this DealDash Tips article on bidding (or not bidding!) helpful. Remember to check the Tips blog daily, because you can never learn too much about bidding. If you would like to read our other blogs, be sure to check out our other blogs, DealDashReviewed.com and DealDashblog.com.

Be sure visit DealDash and see what you can win today. DealDash has everything you need for your family and home. Have a great time on DealDash and happy bidding everyone!

This sponsored blog post was written by Dawn E, a mother of 3 who loves DealDash. Dawn was compensated by DealDash for this blog post. Read even more at DealDashTips.com, DealDashReviewed.com, or on her own blog, DawnBlogtopus.

September 28, 2017

90 Days Until Christmas … DealDash Will Help!

When shopping for Christmas gifts, I’ve always been a fly-by-the-seat-of-my-pants sort of gal who enjoys a good shopping challenge before the stores close on Christmas Eve.

So when people remind me that they’ve “almost got their shopping done” for the holidays or that there are XX number of days before Christmas, I generally cringe knowing what lies ahead. But not this year. With the help of DealDash, I’ve already got a jump on shopping with the great finds in the auctions. Here are some tips on how to gear up for holiday shopping with DealDash:

Make a List, Check it Twice

Make a list of who you will be shopping for and what items you would like to give each person. Make a plan to concentrate on those items on your list. It will help you stay focused and get the win.

Plan Ahead

Plan ahead and don’t wait until the last minute to start bidding on the items you want. Things will go much more smoothly if you have a plan of action, get bidding and focus on your goals.

Be Aware of the Competition

Bidding usually picks up before the holidays so prepare yourself with more bids, an awareness of who is bidding and a good strategy.

Notice What’s New

Oftentimes DealDash offers the addition of a wide variety of toys, games and items for the kids to choose from for the holidays. Keep checking back under new items to see what you could put on your gift-giving wish list!

Bookmark Your Faves

Use the bookmark function to put your favorites toward the top of your page when you’re on DealDash. This will also ensure that you receive an email notification when the auction goes live.

Hate Distractions? Do This!

If you dislike the distractions of ongoing auctions while you are trying to focus solely on those you have bookmarked, go to the My Dashboard icon at the top right of the page and you will be re-routed to a list of items under that heading. Scroll down to and click on Bookmarked auctions and it will only display the items you have bookmarked. No distractions.

BidBuddy, as Always

BidBuddy takes the sting out of having to constantly watch your live auctions. It also gives you the flexibility to browse and check on other auctions frequently and not worry that you will miss a bid.

Stock Your Closet

An attainable goal for me has been to win three gifts a week and put them away for gifts for the upcoming holidays. So far this method has been working great and I’ve already got at least 10 items stocked.

And there you have it, some useful tips for developing a plan to tackle holiday shopping once and for all. As always, don’t forget that the best gifts of all on DealDash are the ones you treat yourself to. Don’t forget to get something special for you, too.

As always, happy bidding on DealDash!

This sponsored blog post was written by Theresa B., proud American, MMA fan, grandmother and ardent practitioner of sarcastic wit. Theresa was compensated by DealDash for this blog post.

September 26, 2017November 17, 2021

DealDash Connects with You on Social Media

Let’s face it—we live in a computer-driven society. And it seems you’re on the disconnected list if you don’t partake in social media outlets like Facebook and Twitter. DealDash has embraced the digital age to give its customers more than ever before—great opportunities to stay connected to them and fellow bidders. Here’s what’s happening with DealDash on social media:

DealDash on Facebook

If you haven’t liked their page yet, do it today! DealDash on Facebook is a lot of fun and posts quirky pictures and quotes that will make you smile. Facebook is the best place to check out reviews written by DealDash customers like you. Join in on the fun and see what others are saying. You may even find some helpful information from fellow bidders.

DealDash on Twitter

Twitter is one of the newest social media outlets that DealDash has jumped on board with. It’s a great place to find more blogs written by bidders, more helpful hints and a weekly drawing for 200 free bids! Just reply and answer the weekly question and you will automatically be entered to win. Easy peasy! In addition to helpful bidding hints, DD on Twitter adds great blogs on family and lifestyle that you’re sure to enjoy.

The fun doesn’t stop on Facebook and Twitter! Be sure to check out DealDash on Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube among others where you’ll find great photos and videos of customers’ amazing wins. Check out DealDash on social media and get connected today!

This sponsored blog post was written by Theresa B., proud American, MMA fan, grandmother and ardent practitioner of sarcastic wit. Theresa was compensated by DealDash for this blog post.

September 25, 2017

DealDash Tips to Think About This Week

Here we are at the start of a new week. Boost your DealDash success by reading these tips for this week.

How are your DealDash wins going so far this month? We are coming to the close of September, how many items have you won? If you feel like you should have won more than you actually did, maybe you need to brush up on your DealDash skills. Keep yourself in tip-top bidding form by reading this article and taking advantage of the tips inside. Read on for more information.

Watch a Power Bidder

Everyone who has been bidding on DealDash a while can probably think of the names of a few Power Bidders. If you’re not familiar with the term Power Bidder, it basically means someone who will stay in the auction indefinitely until they win. That isn’t an option for most people, but you can still learn many things by watching a Power Bidder in action. You might learn when the best time to enter an auction is, when to use your BidBuddy and when to do single-bids, and when to do a little stomping on your opponents. Power Bidders don’t just have a huge number of bids to spend, they also have a wealth of knowledge that you can try to soak up by watching them bid.

Keep an Eye on the Winner’s Tab

Checking out the Winner’s Tab can help make you a winner as well. You can learn a lot about what’s going on around DealDash on any certain day by looking at the Winner’s Tab. In case you aren’t familiar with this section on DealDash, I’ll tell you about it. If you want to find it, just go to the home screen and look at the navigation bar at the top of the screen. You will see different categories such as Auctions, Help, How It Works, Badges, Winners, and My Dashboard. Simply click on the one that says “Winners”, and you’re in! If you’d rather follow a link, just click this one, and it will take you directly to the Winner’s Tab.

Once you are in the Winner’s Tab, you can see a huge wealth of information on each and every auction that was won on DealDash. The Winner’s Tab constantly updates, so you can see what’s going on in real time, with just a slight lag. Here is the information that you can see about each and every completed auction:

The item with a picture and a link to the auction
Who won and where they are from
How many times they bid
An estimated bid cost
When they won the item
What the final auction fee was
What the BIN (Buy It Now) price of the item was

So you see, you can learn a lot of things from the Winner’s Tab. Check it out!

Thanks for Reading

I hope that you found this DealDash Tips article on bidding helpful. Remember to check the Tips blog daily, because you can’t ever learn too much about DealDash. If you would like to read our other blogs, be sure to check out our other blogs, DealDashReviewed.com and DealDashblog.com.

Be sure visit DealDash and see what you can win today on your favorite bidding site. DealDash has everything you need for your home. Have a great time on DealDash and happy bidding everyone!