Whether you're hard up for cash or just want to de-crapify your home, selling your stuff online can be awesome. You get rid of stuff you don't need, and you get some extra pocket money in return. Here are some tips for getting the most money back.
Prepare Your Stuff For Sale
As you gather up your clutter, you probably need to do a little work on it before you sell it off. A little work can go a long way to getting you more money?especially if you're selling old gadgets. If you've got a smartphone, make sure you've protected it from wear and are selling it at the right time. If you're selling a laptop, give it a little makeover?it's probably become pretty dirty and worn out over the years. And no matter what you do, wipe your data?both on your computer and your phone?before you hand it off to a stranger. Check out our guide to selling your gadgets online for more preparation tips, while you're at it.
Where to Sell Based on Your Needs
Before you rush off to eBay or Craigslist, think about what you're selling and what you want from your sale. Certain places are better than others, depending on your needs. For example, if you're selling electronics, books, or video games, Amazon and eBay are great choices, but they won't be if you're selling clothing. Check out our complete guide to selling your unwanted crap for an idea of where to sell.
If you're looking for something a little more hassle-free, consider Amazon's Fulfillment program, or even Facebook. Heck, you could even set up your own little online store without too much effort, giving you complete control over the whole process. For more ideas, check out our Hive Five poll on the five best places to set up shop online. You're bound to find the perfect place with a bit of research.
Create Your Listings
When it comes time to actually put your stuff up for sale, don't be careless. A little effort goes a long way. Take good photos to ensure they attract attention, find out how much your items are worth by searching for completed sales (or using a site like WorthMonkey), and set your eBay auctions to end at the optimal time for the most bidders. Bundling products together will get you a quicker sale, but not necessarily a better one. Patience is key with selling online: if you wait long enough, someone will offer you a great price. You don't need to take the first offer that comes your way unless you're really desperate to unload the object in question.
Lastly, as you're waiting for that sale, make sure you don't succumb to the loads of scams and lowballers out there. Check out our tips to avoid getting screwed on Craigslist (and elsewhere online) to make sure someone doesn't take advantage.
That's a lot of links to throw at you at once, but there are a lot of great tricks out there to help you get the most for your money. Luckily, we have a checklist that'll help you keep track of it all. Click here to check it out, and good luck!
Have a great weekend!
Images by quazie, Leremy (Shutterstock), and Kevin Dooley.
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