a "second chance offer" That does'nT tmean the high bidder didn't pay. what it usually means is that the seller has a couple of those items, and is willing to give the additional to you as at your high bid price.

It's common practice, and I do it as well. It just saves time and 30 cents for relisting. The seller still needs to pay the sales commission, but not the initial listing fee. So its in the sellers best interest if he's satisfied with the second highest bid.

I take advantage of it all the time both as a seller and as a buyer.

When it comes down to it...if you are offered the item as a second chance, and you are still fine with the price you bid, why not accept it? Its good for both parties.