Drop shipping has become a popular business model on eBay, as it allows sellers to sell goods without needing any inventory of their own. Sellers list items on their eBay storefront, and when an order is placed, the seller purchases the item from a third-party supplier who then ships the product directly to the buyer. This avoids costs associated with storing and shipping inventory. Drop shipping is a low-cost way to start a virtual business on eBay, as there are minimal startup fees and no costs for storing inventory. Sellers only pay the supplier after an item sells, minimizing financial risks.