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7 articles about Resale pricing.

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How Much Can I Sell This For? Check eBay Sold Listings

Asking prices tell you what sellers hope for. eBay sold listings tell you what buyers paid. Here is how to turn them into a price and a floor.

November 6, 2026Read →
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How Much Does eBay Take From a Sale? The Real Percentage

eBay's fee is 13.6% in most categories, but it is charged on shipping and sales tax too. See what eBay really takes on $20, $100 and $1,000 sales.

November 5, 2026Read →
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Shipping Strategies for Resellers: Free, Flat, or Calculated

Free, flat or calculated shipping can change your profit on the same item by several dollars. See the math for each and pick the right one for what you sell.

October 29, 2026Read →
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ThredUp Payout vs Selling It Yourself

A ThredUp payout saves you hours, but low-priced items pay very little. See the math on a 10-item bag and when to consign or sell it yourself.

October 28, 2026Read →
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Whatnot Fees: What Sellers Keep After a Live Sale

Whatnot fees look small until an auction closes low. See what the commission and processing fee take, and how to set a starting bid that protects your cost.

October 27, 2026Read →
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Is Your Marketplace Flip Actually Profitable?

The real math behind a Facebook Marketplace flip: cost of goods, fees, supplies, and gas, with a worked example and how to price for the profit you want.

October 23, 2026Read →
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Reseller Profit Margin vs ROI: Know the Difference

Profit margin and ROI answer different questions. Learn both formulas, see them on real eBay math, and set a margin goal that survives fees.

August 29, 2026Read →

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