turn that spare fash into cash!

So as well as shopping on ebay.. I also dabble in the selling side. And yes, it does take time to photograph the items and enter each one in… but the rewards definitely outweigh any of the negatives.  Problem: need a cool $500 in a week? Solution: sell a few things on ebay… its as simple as that! In order to guarantee maximum bang for your buck there are a few key rules that one MUST do in order to increase the marketability of their item:

1.   ALWAYS post a photo at the time of listing. This may seem obvious, but a lot of sellers find it easier to list their items quickly without listing an image straight away… and unfortunately, us buyers can be a lazy bunch and wont go back and check for a pic.  No ladies – ‘pics coming soon’ just wont cut it!

2.   ALWAYS put a gallery photo. Otherwise buyers can skim past your item without even opening your item as it is the pic which first captures their attention.

3.   ALWAYS post a pic of the ACTUAL item.  Yes, it does help to put up the campaign shot/celeb endorsement of the item (highly recommended), but buyers really like to be able to see the exact item in question… plus it covers your bum in case there is something slightly different with your item… no one likes negative feedback!!

4.   A descriptive description is vital. Measurements, fabric types, fit, sizing, what it can be worn with.. basically anything you can think of about the item should go in.  This is your chance to really sell the item to the potential buyer… after reading your advert they will go ‘OMG I just HAVE to have this item’ and watch your bids go up and up!

5.   Have a realistic starting price… one that attracts buyers to your item.  Too high might scare them off.. but also keep in mind that you may only get one bid.. so you need to list it at the lowest price you would be satisfied with. Not happy with .99 cents for your country road silk cami? Start it at $15.  Also listing a ‘buy it now’ price can also entice potential buyers… after reading your amazingly descriptive advert they may decide they cannot survive Friday night drinks without your item… and need it asap. Bang – sold.

6.   MOST IMPORTANTLY – BE HONEST!

Other pluses include – a catchy title clearing stating both label and size; at least four pics of the said item; ending your item between 7-10pm Mon-Thurs and never on the weekend; charge the exact amount for postage as the bags cost.. nobody likes the ‘handling’ fee – and once again I cannot stress the importance of BEING HONEST. Even of there is a barely noticeable pull in the front of your Zimmermann printed singlet or some slight pilling under the arms of your Sass and Bide tee this really warrants a mention – to ensure a happy transaction. A happy buyer equals positive feedback which equals more bids on your items which therefore equals more money in your pocket.

FFIFY  xxxx

OH so I was actually posting about the items I am currently selling on eBay… here they are below.  Feel free to take a look:

FFIFY xxx