Reselling

We are about to start selling on eBay Live. Before the first show we did something we should have done before we started planning. We counted what we have. What the count showed Our store had 414 live listings on the day we counted, covering 426 units with a combined asking value of about $111,800. Group Units Asking value Sneakers 300 $87,721 Video games 69 $2,863 Consoles and controllers 7 $6,999 LEGO 12 $4,825 Tech 9 $4,276 Everything else 29 $5,132 Sneakers are 70% of the units and 78% of the value. Almost all of them are priced at $150 or more. ...

To see eBay sold listings in Australia, search for your item, then tick “Sold items” under “Show only” in the filters (on the app: Filter → Show only → Sold items). eBay shows completed sales from roughly the last 90 days, with sold prices in green. That’s the best free pricing data a reseller has. It’s also easy to misread: the median of a sold search often describes a different item, a different condition or a different total price from the one you’re about to list. ...

Correction — 19 September 2026: The first version said our sold history beat every comparison tool, proved a pricing advantage and prevented a specific loss. The examples do not establish those conclusions. This version separates reported comparisons from verified outcomes and treats store history as one source of evidence. We run Still In The Box AU and are building TurnGoods around the decisions that come with reselling. When a market comparison differs from a price in our own sales history, the useful next step is to investigate the difference. ...

Reviewed and revised — 12 September 2026. This article has been updated to correct unsupported claims and reflect the current enquiry-based offer. Its original publication date and URL are retained. eBay Australia fees depend on the seller’s account and transaction. An old flat percentage can substantially misstate the proceeds from a sale. For current plan rates and a quick estimate, use the eBay fees calculator for Australia . This guide covers how to check which schedule applies to you and reconcile an actual sale. ...

Reviewed and revised — 12 September 2026. This article has been updated to correct unsupported claims and reflect the current enquiry-based offer. Its original publication date and URL are retained. Offering consigned goods through a local marketplace adds another set of messages, reservations and collection arrangements to manage. Decide how those actions connect to the store’s inventory and agreement before publishing. Confirm current eligibility and terms Check the account, category and available transaction options in the platform itself. Do not assume a fee or checkout feature from another country applies to an Australian listing. The previous mixed-market fee table has been removed. ...

Reviewed and revised — 12 September 2026. This article has been updated to correct unsupported claims and reflect the current enquiry-based offer. Its original publication date and URL are retained. A sale above purchase cost is not automatically a profitable item. Marketplace charges, shipping, refunds and the work involved can change the result substantially. Name the measure Markup compares the difference with purchase cost. Gross margin compares it with revenue, using a defined cost-of-goods basis. Contribution after selling costs is another measure. None of these is automatically net business profit after overheads. ...

Reviewed and revised — 12 September 2026. This article has been updated to correct unsupported claims and reflect the current enquiry-based offer. Its original publication date and URL are retained. Listing on another marketplace can expand the work as well as the potential audience. The useful starting point is to avoid re-entering facts while still checking the requirements of each destination. Prepare one source record Record the item ID, model, condition, dimensions, included contents, photographs, quantity and price evidence. Resolve unknown details before generating several versions of the same mistake. ...

Reviewed and revised — 12 September 2026. This article has been updated to correct unsupported claims and reflect the current enquiry-based offer. Its original publication date and URL are retained. The right channel depends on the item, buyer reach you need and the work you are prepared to manage. Compare a specific transaction rather than declaring one marketplace cheaper or faster in every case. Question Why it matters Can it be packed and shipped reliably? Fragile or bulky goods can change the cost and practicality of a distant sale. Does it need a specialist buyer? Relevant demand matters more than a broad audience total. Who will handle enquiries and collection? Appointment changes and messages are part of the workload. What rules apply to the account and category? Fees, payment methods and listing eligibility can differ. What happens if the sale fails? Returns, cancellation and non-collection need a process. For current fee scenarios and a worked comparison, use the eBay vs Gumtree Australia guide . This article focuses on the work you need to manage. ...

Reviewed and revised — 12 September 2026. This article has been updated to correct unsupported claims and reflect the current enquiry-based offer. Its original publication date and URL are retained. A useful asking price starts with the item and the evidence, then accounts for the seller’s constraints. It should not come from a universal percentage discount off another listing. Identify comparable evidence Match model, variant, condition, completeness and market. Separate completed sales from current asks. Record dates and shipping treatment, and exclude bundles or uncertain matches from a simple comparison unless you can explain the adjustment. ...

Reviewed and expanded — 13 September 2026. This guide explains the item owner’s decision. Its original publication date and URL are retained. Store operators can use the separate consignment workflow guide . Selling on consignment means placing an item with a seller who sells it on your behalf under an agreed arrangement. The seller deducts the agreed commission and costs from the sale proceeds. It differs from an outright purchase, where a buyer agrees to buy the item from you rather than waiting to sell it for you. ...