If you’re planning on getting rid of your things, you can try getting some of your money back by reselling the things you no longer want. If you’re interested on learning how continue reading for tips and tricks to selling your old things for top dollar.
Pricing Things
Not everyone you own that you want to sell might have the same value as before. So read below to see if your things check of the list.
- Check out their retail value – Find out how much it would cost you to replace that same item you have that you want to get rid of. Make sure you also include how easy it would be to buy the item new. You can also look at how similar items cost if you cant find the exact product.
- Find out the item’s sale value used – Look through other online marketplaces like Craigslist, eBay and Amazon. You can see how much the product is going for. If you find your item at an auction, make note of how much the seller is asking for and at what price the auction closed at. Also, be sure to find out how many people are selling the item and the condition of their item.
- Set your selling price – Although not all the items can be easily found new, you might be able to sell your item quickly to the pricing point you want. If your item isn’t easily found new and there are other people also selling it, you might have a hard time selling it unless you put out a discount or drop your pricing.
Make sure you also consider these other factors:
- Online: You might want to take shipping and insurance factors.
- Local: Some people might haggle for a good deal, so make sure to expect it.
Not only that, before you list your item, check to see if it’s worth your time to sell it.
Where to Sell
There are plenty of online marketplaces to sell your unused or unwanted things. So depending on what you’re trying to clear out, you might need to find where to sell them.
Electronics, computer Equipment, Books & Video Games
Amazon
Amazon lets you sell your unwanted electronics and consumer good, wile also helping you figure out how to price your items. They’ll link your item directly to the product listings, so for anyone who is looking for it they can find your listing with other used and new ones.
DO make sure to keep an eye out on Amazon’s commission fees since they can cost quite a bit.
eBay
Price your items close to or better than the competitors and it will sell. Similar to Amazon Marketplace, you’ll need to look for eBay’s fees, plus you’ll need to use Paypal to process payments which comes with its own costs.
Craigslist
This site is great since you can set your own price and no one will take commission from the money you earned. However, it might take months before you get a decent offer.
If you are selling used video games, cell phones or textbooks, check out these options:
Gazelle
This site sells used video games and cell phones quickly, especially if you don’t care about how much money you’ll make from the sale.
The service brokers deals with the buyer and then they’ll let you know how much you’ll earn for your used item. Money will be sent to you when the recipient confirms the item and condition. Console games only, no PC games allowed.
Glyde
Glyde helps with pricing your used item, estimate how long it will take for buyer to purchase and how much you’ll be able to get. If you don’t like the suggested price, you can change it. When the buyer gets your item, you’ll get paid.
Chegg
You can buy, sell and rent textbooks of all kinds. It’s best for popular textbooks, especially hardback ones. You might be able to get more money for your books here than at the campus bookstore, but it can take up to 15 days to get paid because of processing and shipping.
Textbooks.com
You are able to lock a quote for up to 30 days, so you don’t have to rush to the post office to put your book in the mail. Textbooks.com only accepts books in good condition or better (no stains, tears or excessive writing).
Clothes & Accessories
Etsy
This site also allows you to sell used clothing. Those that specialize in vintage and unique clothing do particularly well.
Craiglist and eBay
Although you might not be able to earn as much in these sites, you can are still able to sell your used clothing together and sell it all to one person. Children’s and baby’s clothing are the most popular.
Yard Sale
Organizing a yard sale might be your best bet to getting rid of your used clothing quickly.
Toys & Games
Amazon
Amazon is a good place to sell toys and games since the items are marked with clear names and descriptions. You can sell your used items as long as they’re in good condition and easy-to-package. Always not to watch out for the seller fees that Amazon has.
eBay
eBay is a great way to get rid of items that may have become collectibles since many people are looking for specific toys and games for a decent price. Just like before, watch out for fees from both eBay and Paypal.
Consignment shop
Enlist the help of a consignment shop to sell your used toys and games for you. Do a simple search on Yelp to find a shop near you that accepts secondhand items.
Small Appliances & Household Items
Secondhand items like blenders, microwave ovens, humidifier, space heaters, vacuum cleaners and other small appliances and household items sell really well online and in person.
Amazon
Tie your item directly, and automatically, to an Amazon product listing, which gets your item “seen,” along with other new and used options. Keep in mind, Amazon takes a cut for selling on its platform.
Yard Sale
This might be a great option if you prefer to test out the item before purchasing it, you’ll probably be able to sell the item for the same price or better online.
Large Appliances & Furniture
Craiglist
If you want to sell couches, entertainment centers, beds, dressers, large TVs and etc. for a good price, you’ll want to list here. Your post will be shown to the neighborhood of your choice, you can ask buyers to pick up the item so you don’t have to worry about shipping.
Moving sale
You might be able to sell your big items quickly, but you’ll also have to deal with strangers in your home, and of course, the haggling.
Art & Collectibles
Before selling, you’ll need to do your research and know the proper value of your item before you try to sell it.
If you need help, you can always get it appraised by a professional. They can also give you advice on how to best care for your item to keep it in good condition and where to sell your item to yield the best results. If you want, they can also sell it for you in an auction or a private sale for a cut of the revenue.
Tips for Listing Items
Before you list your items, yo have to make sure that your items can be easily found by other people. Make sure you do the following:
- Take good photos and make sure that they’re clear and that they cover different angles.
- Make sure that your headline stands out with catchy wording as well as your description.
- Be descriptive with your items as possible. Make sure to include any dimensions, model number and condition of the item.
Make sure you also maximize your reach by posting multiple listings for the same product, but in different categories. You can also post to different neighborhoods nearby to widen your reach.
Consider Donating
If you want to declutter and not worry about earning money, they best way to do it is by donating them to thrift stores or charity shops nearby.
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Conclusion
You can get rid and sell your unwanted things or things that you don’t need anymore. Make sure to do your research first, price your items properly and list them that stands out from the other sellers.
You can also find more ways to save money with tips and tricks and easy ways to save your cash.
