I used to get "lots" of fabric on e-bay. The change started when folks would list in "12 yards +" and then the bidding price would be per yard, instead of the entire piece. Then, the categories were rearranged, and the people who sold by the yard were now selling FQs for the same price. People who had sold FQs are cutting them into strips or charms in order to get higher prices.
I haven't bought fabric there in a couple years, but look from time to time, and will need to sell off some of my stash soon.