Anyone else upset about new Audiogon policies?

From a business perspective, when you see Canuck and US Audiomart’s listing volume grow (they definitely have more ads then they did 5 years ago) Audiogon is either happy with their model or continue increasing their fees to cover diminished revenues. I don’t know and frankly I’m just happy I have options. I slowed down my business with Audiogon when they moved away from protecting buyers/sellers properly and would not discipline/remove unscrupulous members. They are so inconsistent and reckless in this regard. It’s really terrible how they deal with these issues as opposed to the prior owner who kept a safe haven. You are on your own with Audiogon if you have an issue unless it’s absolutely black and white but how many issues are.

I am not currently selling anything. Last year was a big buy/sell year for me. In my experience when I was selling I rarely needed to re-list. If you know your market and product and price correctly it will often sell in the initial 30 days. Some people don’t price correctly and their ad sits there for months and months....so yes, these folks are going to be frustrated. My perception of Audiogon is that we have the best audience for selling high-end gear. I have used US Audiomart as well. I would often list on both for additional visibility. I always pay up front so it is simply 2% of your listing price. On the extreme there is eBay that wants about 13% of the final sale price. Audiogon offers a well designed website with great support and these fees are not unreasonable. They essentially spoiled us for many years.

You think these policies and or fees are bad.  Go sell something right now on Ebay.  What a crock of sht.  I have never felt so taken advantage of and disappointed in my life. Google:  "Ebay new fee schedule" or "Why did Ebay drop Pay Pal?"

I will still list on Audiogon.   

I too have been a part of this community from early on. A fact of life is that thing change. I also understood when A’Gon was sold by its original creators that change of ownership meant change of minds and ways, perhaps different priorities. I like this place, but with all due respect, I have from time to time questioned if it is really getting better for the citizenry. One only needs to look at current activity here, the policies and conditions, and look elsewhere to draw their own conclusions… This used to be the place to buy and sell. Those days may be well gone. With the Mart and the Shark it’s a different story. Do you see a rich and vital community being fostered? Do you feel rewarded to be a part of this community? Because otherwise, there are a lot of other places to be… just saying. My hope is that this forum continues to be a relevant and a healthy place to share in the love of this wonderful hobby. Otherwise truly, what is the point?

Peace and Love fellow Listeners [|;^)>

I don't see that the people here who sell,there old outrageous priced equipment should even care .