[sugarbear]

I want to test my new shirts on eBay without opening a store. And, qualify for a TM at the same time.

 

[splathead]

You can sell your shirts without opening a store. what's a TM?

 

[sugarbear]

TM stands for trademark. You can only register for a trademark if your goods are sold outside of your own state which would be easy on eBay.

 

[Solmu]

I want to test my new shirts on eBay without opening a store. And, qualify for a TM at the same time.

A-huh. And your question is...?

 

[CUSTOM UK]

Hi. You can sell your items on EBay without opening a store, but I would assume you would be able to apply for a trade mark anyway?

Many businesses apply for trade marks before they start trading, or have customers.

 

[Solmu]

Many businesses apply for trade marks before they start trading, or have customers.

Trademarks are established by use in commerce; in theory they shouldn't be granted without proof of that use. The alternative is to file an "intent to use" application, then file for an actual trademark.