How to make the most out of old and used goods

Earning an income especially in these times can be extremely difficult. So much business went to a standstill over the last year but that does not mean that you need to stop making money. One way to do that is to sell your goods. Using a classic system of wheeling and dealing you can make a very reasonable income. It is how many entrepreneurs got started and teaches many of the basic business principles. This article will hopefully provide you with some helpful insights on where to start.

Where to start

It can be tough to know where to start. One sure way to begin making money is to start selling all of your unused goods. Experts say that you should sell your small stuff first. Big-ticket items take much longer to sell and may often require more haggling than it is worth. Smaller items like kitchenware and clothes sell much quicker and can add up to a sizeable income. Selling a couple of smaller priced items, a day rather than selling one big-ticket item over a month will soon see you making a real income.

How to sell

Struggling to sell items? One reason for this can be the lack of detail in your ads. More sales tend to come from items with specific details. Not only are people more likely to believe that the ad is real but that you are more trustworthy. Additionally, people like to know what they are buying down to the very last detail. As well as this, you should look for reputable sites to sell on to ensure that you are reaching as many interested parties as possible.

Be versatile

Seeing the value in items can be tricky. However, just because you don’t need the item or want it anymore, that is not to say that someone else will not see the value in it. Some people are very good at upcycling and recycling used goods whilst others are less keen to invest the time into doing it. You can sell your items for a tidy profit without the need of having to invest time in them.

Reinvesting

Once you have started to make a little profit from your sales, you can start looking at buying items to sell. Buying on sites like eBay, Amazon, and truMedic for refurbished goods can ensure that you pay less than the value but then make a profit on them. This can help you sell some bigger-priced items. However, you should not make this your sole effort. Continue to sell your smaller ticket items and combine them with these. This can ensure that you are active in all markets and making the most of your time.

Get Started

One of the biggest reasons that people don’t do this, is that they consistently put it off. By not diving in and putting it off, all you do is ensure that you never get started. You should set yourself little targets for every day. Whether that just be selling one or two items a day or setting a cash target so that you are consistently motivated but have a real end to your day. Also, make a list of items that you can sell. Try and keep on top of your selling list so that you don’t run out of products to sell. If you haven’t used, touched, or worn an item in a year then get it sold online. It is unlikely you will use them anyway.

Research

To make sure that you keep selling your items, it is worth researching where certain items sell the best. eBay for example is a tool that can be used as a bit of a catch-all. You can sell everything there. Poshmark, on the other hand, is a much better website to sell clothes and fashion brands that have easy-to-use app. Unwanted technology on the other hand is more likely to sell on DeCluttr. Not only is it free to use but houses reliable technology deals. By making sure you have your items on the right source then you are more likely to sell.

Photos

The saying a picture is worth a thousand words has never been more true, especially when it comes to selling. Not only do people want to know exactly what they are buying from the description but need to see a photo. A poor-quality image screams that you are trying to make the buyer miss something when this may not be the case. Be honest with the purchaser about any damages and show good photos. Not only will you keep your integrity as a seller, but it can mean that you won’t have to have the issue of dealing with a refund later down the line.

Using search engine keywords

To ensure that you appear in more searches, you need to make sure that your product listing has words that people search. For example, if you are selling designer wear then it will help you to utilize that named brand. You should also include more broad phrases like athletic, high fashion, skater. General phrases like that can make sure that your products reach out to the biggest market possible.

Selling your old stuff

This can be a really easy way to make some extra cash or start your own business. It ultimately comes down to how much time and effort you are willing to put into it. You can not only de-clutter your own home but make some real money in the process. Also, you can do this in your spare time, hopefully doubling your monthly income. Getting started can be one of the most difficult tasks and the best way to get past this is to just get started and dive in. Once you are in the process, it will become easier to sell. All you need to do is find the items that you want to get rid of.