why do you have to assume fraud? it could just be a big effort / PITA to do the auctions. there is a reason why "channel sales" are a thing, as are VARs, etc.

why do you have to assume fraud? it could just be a big effort / PITA to do the auctions. there is a reason why "channel sales" are a thing, as are VARs, etc. sell to a few middlemen and let them deal with ebay auctions and other petty details