We all have them. Things sitting around the house, garage, backyard, and dark corners that we don’t need anymore.
Looking for stuff to sell is my superpower. I love getting on phone calls with my friends to help them figure out a price, how to bundle, and what platform to use. And you would think I have nothing left in my home to sell, but ohhhhh you would be surprised!
The motivation to move them out can be hard, but I promise you’ll look for more stuff once you get one thing out. Here are five things that I’m almost certain that you can easily pull together and sell now.
Number 1: Unused construction materials
When we remodeled our house, we had to remove the pavers in our backyard and had a pallet of leftover pavers. I posted them on Facebook Marketplace and made it clear that I was selling the entire pallet (not a portion of it). Those pavers went fast and I made $100.
When my friend moved into her house, the previous owner left a pile of bricks in the backyard. She had people begging her for them when she posted the item for sale on Facebook Marketplace.
Leftover home construction items are big sellers on the market. Some people don’t need a big delivery or can’t make it to a home improvement store to get what they need. Your short pile of tiles and an unopened box of drywall screws can mean extra cash.
Research the selling price of your item if purchased new, and post it for a discounted price. Add the original retail price so they can see they are truly getting a deal (without leftovers!).
Number 2: Clothes with tags on It
It’s time to come to terms with the fact that you will not wear that leopard print wrap dress from 2020. I’m sure it’s lovely but the tags are still on it and there’s a chance to make some cash.
You have a few options. Post it on the local market channels (Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, etc.) or order a bag to fill from the online consignment store ThredUp. You can also create an account on eBay or Poshmark, and sell it there. And if the online path is not for you, visit a local consignment store to sell your brand-new items.
Give yourself a timeline. If your preferred method of selling doesn’t work in your timeframe, move on to another method. The goal is to get it out.
Number 3: Forgotten hobbies
I’m sure you are an outstanding artist and those canvas prints hanging in the guest room are a national treasure. But you haven’t picked up a paintbrush in three years and you’re not inspired to create landscapes.
There is probably a local high school girl with ambitions to expand her painting skills and enter a local contest. Bundle those unused art supplies into a posting that someone will love. Arrange everything to show each item clearly and describe it as a package deal. You’ll be so relieved to watch it go to another home.
Number 4: Kids supplies
My friend KW makes a lot of sales in the Bay Area selling kids’ stuff because parents are looking for gently used items. Clothes, toys, safety equipment, and sporting goods are popular. Walk around the house, garage, backyard, and closets to see what the kids have outgrown or lost interest in, and post them immediately (before they realize you’re about to get rid of them).
Always be honest in your postings. Disclose stains, damage, and whether the item needs to be fixed or needs an extra piece. The buyer will appreciate your honesty and you’re likely to have an easier transaction!
Number 5: Kitchen appliances
I purchased a juicer with a gift card from my coworkers, and it wasn’t cheap. I wanted to create healthy green juices. But after spending a small fortune buying produce and then hours juicing, I realized the process sucked and this was not the life for me.
The juicer sold quickly on Facebook Marketplace and for half the price I spent. For some people, losing money like this keeps them from selling something. But a big bulky appliance in my kitchen that I hated to use was not serving any purpose. That was a sunk cost for sure!
The day I sold my juicer, I celebrated with an $8 store-bought juice.
Take a look around your space to find a quick item to sell, and watch how quickly you’ll be inspired to keep going. Click here to read my advice on how to sell stuff you don’t need.
