Got a treadmill covered in clothes, or a juicer that you’d use if it weren’t so hard to clean? Perhaps you’re a passionate knitter with more cute creations than you have room for – point is, we’ve all got stuff around the house collecting dust. You can get rid of the clutter and earn extra income by selling your items online. Check out the options below for beginner and intermediate sellers, and get going!
For Beginning Sellers and Those that Just Don’t Want to Look at the Mess Anymore
Beginning sellers can start by posting ads on Craigslist.org. It’s common for those with a lot to sell to post one ad listing everything. While this is a great option for those who want to exert minimal effort, you’ll get more views if you post one ad per item in the appropriate category (i.e., furniture, electronics, clothing). Check out ads for similar items to get a feel for an appropriate price range, and be prepared to haggle.
If you’re more concerned with de-cluttering your house than earning extra income, consider donating your unwanted items to a charity or posting an ad on Freecycle.org, a site for giving away stuff to those who need it in your local area.
For Intermediate Sellers
For those that want the maximum return possible on their items, eBay.com is the place to go. While you need to pay a small fee per listing, your item will reach a much wider audience, so the online marketing costs are worth it. Make sure that you provide an enticing description and several photos of the item (the first photo is included in the listing price, while additional photos are available for a tiny fee).
Most sellers use eBay as an auction site, allowing buyers to bid on the price. For items of low or average value, you’ll want to start low and allow the price to rise. For high-value items, you may want to set a reserve, or minimum bid price. You can also set a fixed price for the item, called the “Buy it Now” option. Be sure to monitor your listing closely for any new developments!
For Those Who Want to Sell Their Own Creations
If you’re an artist, craft maker or woodworker, you likely have unique creations sitting around that deserve a good home. While you can try your hand at eBay, many artists prefer Etsy.com, a site similar in function but very different in look and feel. Catering to independent creators, Etsy has a warm, cozy design and fosters a supportive community among its users.
If you want to customize the look and feel of your online store beyond what’s offered at these sites, you’ll want to look into web development pricing – perhaps you should purchase your own domain!
Whether you choose Craigslist, Freecycle, eBay or Etsy, be sure to put your social networking tools (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) to good use as a space to advertise your goodies for sale. It only takes a minute to post a link to your listing, and who knows – that friend from high school who now has seven cats may be in need of your old coffee maker!
This guest post was written by Michelle, a marketing enthusiast who enjoys blogging about everything from earning extra income online to web development pricing.
Photo By epSos.de on Flickr License By http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/deed.en
For Beginning Sellers and Those that Just Don’t Want to Look at the Mess Anymore
Beginning sellers can start by posting ads on Craigslist.org. It’s common for those with a lot to sell to post one ad listing everything. While this is a great option for those who want to exert minimal effort, you’ll get more views if you post one ad per item in the appropriate category (i.e., furniture, electronics, clothing). Check out ads for similar items to get a feel for an appropriate price range, and be prepared to haggle.
If you’re more concerned with de-cluttering your house than earning extra income, consider donating your unwanted items to a charity or posting an ad on Freecycle.org, a site for giving away stuff to those who need it in your local area.
For Intermediate Sellers
For those that want the maximum return possible on their items, eBay.com is the place to go. While you need to pay a small fee per listing, your item will reach a much wider audience, so the online marketing costs are worth it. Make sure that you provide an enticing description and several photos of the item (the first photo is included in the listing price, while additional photos are available for a tiny fee).
Most sellers use eBay as an auction site, allowing buyers to bid on the price. For items of low or average value, you’ll want to start low and allow the price to rise. For high-value items, you may want to set a reserve, or minimum bid price. You can also set a fixed price for the item, called the “Buy it Now” option. Be sure to monitor your listing closely for any new developments!
For Those Who Want to Sell Their Own Creations
If you’re an artist, craft maker or woodworker, you likely have unique creations sitting around that deserve a good home. While you can try your hand at eBay, many artists prefer Etsy.com, a site similar in function but very different in look and feel. Catering to independent creators, Etsy has a warm, cozy design and fosters a supportive community among its users.
If you want to customize the look and feel of your online store beyond what’s offered at these sites, you’ll want to look into web development pricing – perhaps you should purchase your own domain!
Whether you choose Craigslist, Freecycle, eBay or Etsy, be sure to put your social networking tools (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) to good use as a space to advertise your goodies for sale. It only takes a minute to post a link to your listing, and who knows – that friend from high school who now has seven cats may be in need of your old coffee maker!
This guest post was written by Michelle, a marketing enthusiast who enjoys blogging about everything from earning extra income online to web development pricing.
Photo By epSos.de on Flickr License By http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/deed.en
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