eBay does charge a flat fee for listing, .less than a dollar and a small commision based on the actual selling price; if the item doesn't sell, the commission is based on the reserve or starting bid. However, if the item doesn't sell, you can relist for free.Their fees and commissions are far less than those of a live auctioneer. But considering the volume of business that passes through their electronic portals, their income is immense enough. -- Tom