Some 77 percent of people have already started – or are planning to – declutter their homes and raise much needed cash by selling their unwanted stuff on sites like eBay. Tom Nagel has been selling his childhood video games on eBay and has already earnt £600.
Britons can sell all sorts with old musical instruments fetching up to £150, old laptops potentially worth £300 and prams fetching around £70.
Most people have an old smartphone lying around the house – selling it on eBay could make someone £153 richer.
Even smaller items like books, DVDs and clothing can mean an extra tenner for treats.
The money can even be donated to charity as there are 8,000 charities enrolled on eBay.
Emma shared some tips to help optimise listings:
Rebecca Miller 14 minutes ago
“Keywords are key – Take the time to get your keywords right and bidders will come. When buyers search, eBay.co.uk automatically filters the listing titles, so it’s crucial to write your listing in your fellow users’ language and use the terminology they search for – especially brand and product names.
“Choose the right category for your product – It might sound obvious but it’s very important to always choose the most specific category to sell in. Make sure if you are selling old children’s clothes, to sell in the children’s fashion category, rather than just fashion in general.
“Pictures are important – Most users will not bid on items they cannot see. For best results, take photos in natural light against a neutral background and be honest about any scratches or aesthetic damage to the item.
“Be as detailed as possible – Be honest about the condition of the product and be sure to note any wear and tear. By including details that can’t be seen in the image, for example if you are selling clothes noting the feel or fit of the product, you’ll help buyers decide if this is the item for them.
“Be realistic with pricing – consider your pricing strategy carefully following the eBay pricing recommendations. Try searching for similar items on eBay, to make sure you’re going for the right price and always ask yourself ‘would I pay this price for this item?”
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