Certain online retailers (Craigslist, ThredUp) will take a percentage of your sales. Keep that in mind when choosing an online seller. When selling online, make sure your clothes are in excellent condition. You don’t want an unhappy customer to request a refund. Include detailed descriptions for your clothing items, such as their size, fabric, and any defects the clothes may have. Post photos of your items that have adequate lighting and a clean background.
Advertise your garage sale by word of mouth and with plenty of signs around your neighborhood. To attract more customers, advertise in the local newspaper or online.
Some designer items, especially vintage ones, may be worth more than what you originally bought them for. Check online to see what other people are selling similar items for as an idea of pricing points. If you’re shipping your clothing, factor in postage costs. Make sure you charge your buyer for shipping as well, so you’re not losing any money.
On average, stores will charge you between 25% and 60% commission.
Check out the store’s website or call in advance to learn about their policies and what type of clothing they accept.
Make sure you ask for a tax receipt when you donate to these organizations. You may be eligible for a tax break, depending on the size of your donation.
Do your research to find out what type of clothing they will take and where you can drop them off. Also, check to see if you can get store discounts or other rewards for your donations!
Giving your old items to a family member or friend will allow you to know exactly who your clothing is going to and give you confidence that they’ll take good care of them.
Look online for patterns and ideas for reusing old clothing. There are plenty out there.
Old t-shirts also make great pillowcases.
