3 Things You Need To Do Before You Sell Your Things

If you’re like most people, you have plenty of old and unwanted things lying around your house that you never use. Instead of letting the clutter build up – or worse, throwing them away – you should consider selling them! Not only will you be creating a tidier space in your home, but you’ll be making some extra money in the process too.

Here’s what you need to know before you start selling…

1. It starts with you...

De-cluttering effectively and earning some extra money starts with getting into the right mindset.

Letting go of things can be hard – even if they’re unused things that have been taking up space in your home for decades. But it’s important to remember that decluttering is about more than just getting rid of stuff. It’s also about making space for the things that matter most to you.

Getting into the right frame of mind helps you identify which things are most important to you. Ask yourself why you are looking to sell. Do you want extra space? Do you need the money? Once you know your motivation, keep it at the top of your mind and it’ll be easier to let go of items.

Always remember, life is about much more than possessions –in fact, too many possessions can often hold you back. Some (not all) sentimental attachments can prevent you from focussing on the present. So take a deep breath, relax, and prepare your mind to let go of anything that isn’t serving you anymore – and remember, it will all be okay in the end!

2. Get to know where you can sell

It’s important to know your limits when you start selling your things – whether that limit is emotional, physical or technological! By figuring out what you want from a transaction you can make sure you’re selling in the best possible place.

For example, selling items on eBay can be a great way to make some extra money, but it’s not for everyone. To sell items successfully on eBay you need to be able to take good photos, write clear and descriptive listings, and post items promptly. You also need to be comfortable dealing with buyers who may not always be easy to please. Some of us simply don’t have the time to sell things on peer-to-peer marketplaces like eBay – so instead, we let the clutter build up.

Many people now value speed and convenience over their time, for instance. Others may consider sites like eBay simply too complicated to even try!

I’m here to tell you that there are alternatives – in fact, SellMyThings was founded to bring you these alternatives.

Companies such as Vintage Cash Cow, WeBuyBooks and MusicMagpie have revolutionised the selling sector by delivering services that are accessible to all. You simply box your items up, send them for free, and then get money for your goods after just a few days.

This removes all the hassle and haggle of dealing with buyers directly on sites like eBay, and mitigates the need for photography, writing descriptions or driving to your local Post Office!

Fortunately, we’ve partnered with dozens of companies who operate in this way – so you can click here to tell us what you’re selling, and we’ll try to match you with a suitable buyer.

3. Get to know your price

In my experience, this part is super important.

Everything has a price – but not everything is valuable. Or, at least, not everything is as valuable as you might think.

When you are selling your things, it’s important to remember that what you see as valuable might not be seen the same way by potential buyers. Emotional attachments to objects can distort their actual value, so it’s important to be realistic when setting prices.

Similarly, items that are trendy right now might not maintain their value over time.

If you have the time available, you might want to do some research to find out how much similar items are selling for – or you may wish to trust the expert buyers to appraise your items fairly.

Before we partner with a buyer, we thoroughly investigate their service to make sure they don’t rip people off! So you can trust the price you get from buyers associated with SellMyThings.

Finally, some buyers deliver added value that you may want to factor in. If buying companies are offering you a free and convenient service, you may want to consider the fact that they are absorbing all the risk for your items to give you access to immediate money.

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In conclusion then, you’ve put in the hard work, now it’s time to let the world know what you have to sell! Get your headspace right, research where and how you want to sell, and set the right price expectations in your mind.

Once you are ready to sell, let us know what you have so we can find a buyer for you. Our team is here to help connect sellers with buyers and make the whole process as smooth as possible for everybody involved.