Why the eBay System Encourages Last Minute Bids

"Newbays" are easily discouraged. One thing that particualry sets them to fretting is few or no bids as the end of an auction approaches. Bottom line: it shouldn't.

Trevor Ginn has posted the results of a study titled Last minute bids on eBay: A comparison with Amazon Auctions that should put your mind at ease. It will show you why the design of the eBay system leads experienced bidders to the Land of Snipe.