If you are looking for inexpensive things to sell that are a good return for your money I will once again have to recommend coffee cups/mugs. Easy to pack, easy to store, easy to sell. I put mine in the store, priced fairly high, and use the best offer option. They fit in a #4 priority box so I always offer international shipping on them. These have all sold within the last month. I paid no more than $1 for any of them. Even with eBay fees it is a pretty good return for your money. There doesn't seem to be a lot of competition at yard sales and flea markets for them either. I find at least one mug nearly every time I shop.
Fire King Transport Company Mug $14.99
Federal Glass Electric Man / Battery Mug $29.99
Whataburger Mug $14.99
Mary Englebreit Mug Princess Of Quite A Lot $12.99
State Farm $9.99
California Raisins $9.99
Waffle House Mug $17.99
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Pretty cool! I have to admit, I buy oddball mugs at yard sales all the time. I love them! Good for you on the sales! :)
Great turn aaround on a small investment. I thought about trying my hand in our new store, but only listed a few.
I was wondering-any tips on how to choose prices for the coffee mugs. I have most of them unlisted because I can't seem to figure out how to price them.
Danelle (also known as the other half)
http://lifeinthesetimes-markeagleone.blogspot.com/
I check eBay's listings/completeds & if I can't find & think it is something I go to Google, Etsy, Ruby Lane, Tias, & whatever else I can Google up. All of these give me pricing help. If I can't find it or think it is rare you can always start an auction at the price you think you will be happy with. I honestly don't worry about someone else reselling my item if I goof. After all, selling a mug for $10-15 you paid a quarter for is a great profit margin.
I've recently found some Chaleur & Starbucks mugs. I haven't listed them yet because I'm afraid to pack them up. I don't think I know how to do it properly. Can you tell me how you pack your mugs to make sure they make it to their new homes in one piece?
Great tip on the number 4 Priority boxes. I just found your site today and love it. I just ordered Priority boxes today guess I'll be adding to my order:)
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