{"id":6637,"date":"2016-07-28T06:00:59","date_gmt":"2016-07-28T11:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/?p=6637"},"modified":"2021-06-09T07:32:33","modified_gmt":"2021-06-09T12:32:33","slug":"insiders-guide-selling-clutter-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/professional-organizer.com\/WordPress\/insiders-guide-selling-clutter-online\/","title":{"rendered":"Insider’s Guide to Selling Clutter Online"},"content":{"rendered":"

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There’s a value for everything.\u00a0 When we decide that it’s time to eliminate and declutter, we want to find a monetary value as an incentive to let go.\u00a0 We see that others are selling stuff and want to cash in on our clutter.\u00a0 However, although it looks like everyone is making bank for their old items, not everything will sell for what we think is its value. There’s lots of sites <\/a>to use too. Here’s the insider guide to selling clutter.<\/p>\n

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Do your research<\/h3>\n

What does your item sell for when it’s purchased new? What have others sold it for?\u00a0 Do your research online to find out what’s the real value. Researching on Ebay, you can find completed sales to learn the price others have sold the item for or if it has sold.\u00a0 Once you know the amount, you are ready to set your own price.\u00a0 Quick sales occur by creating a great deal.\u00a0 It is recommended to set the price at 25% of the original cost.<\/p>\n

Certain sites are best for certain sales. Local sales are best on Facebook Marketplace and Nextdoor. Use Poshmark, ThreadUp, RubyLane and Etsy for vintage, crafts or clothing sales.\u00a0 Decluttr, Swappa or Gazelle are great for selling electronics back. Choose your site for quickest sale and highest price.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Setting up your sale<\/h3>\n

Make the most of your sale by using many photos and many sites.\u00a0 Your area has many different sites that sell. Taking multiple photos helps purchasers learn more about your item.\u00a0 It’s a visual way to enhance your sale.\u00a0 Write a lengthy description of your item including all the bonus aspects of your item. Include the size of your item as well as many other descriptions about it.\u00a0 More is better here.<\/p>\n

Keywords are important. Uses hashtags, designer names, and lots of details. A well written description with lots of information helps you sell more quickly and answer fewer questions.<\/p>\n

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Use many sites to sell your item<\/h3>\n

Take the time to list it on 2 sites to maximize your sales possibilities.\u00a0 People have their favorite sites they look at regularly.\u00a0 Take advantage of this option to maximize your efficiency and sales.<\/p>\n

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Check for sales regularly<\/h3>\n

Being responsive to inquiries is important. Check the sites or enable the email function to have questions sent to you. You may need to answer questions about your item by email and text to hone in on a sale.<\/p>\n

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Safety first<\/h3>\n

When you are selling online, be aware of the many different possible scams. Do not send any money to a prospective purchaser.\u00a0 You can create a selling gmail account, such as ellensells@gmail.com<\/a>, to keep your email clean.\u00a0 Use your intuition about where to meet, who is with you when the purchaser arrives and take cash only.\u00a0 Provide your address only once you are ready to make the sale and all your questions have been answered.<\/p>\n

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Good luck with your sales !<\/p>\n

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