Mercari organizer Patty Morrissey is a
firm believer in the power of a good photo—
not to mention a top-notch description
and a reasonable price—to quickly turn
unwanted items into extra padding for
your pocketbook. If you want to sell like an
expert, you need to list like one too:SELL STUFF
ONLINE
LIKE A PRO
▼ (^) IKEA Skubb containers
“Stacked clothes or linens can be tricky to
keep neat,” says Patty. “Instead, fold items
vertically and store them in these boxes
to maintain order.” ($6 for six, ikea.com)
▼ (^) Banker’s Boxes
They are inexpensive and fold flat when
not in use. “I keep one open for things I’m
selling,” Patty says, “and another for items
I’m giving away.” ($22 for six, amazon.com)
▲ (^) Plastic Envelopes
Basic storage pockets keep important
documents safe. ($2.50, staples.com)
MUST-HAVES
Patty helped
Anna keep
only the items
she loved.
Take crisp photos
Go for natural lighting and a simple
background. Capture all the details:
tags, stitching, buttons. If your
camera has portrait mode, use it.
Write a great description
Include specifics like color, size,
category, brand, and condition—
noting any flaws if necessary.
Price to sell
Look at already-sold items to see
actual sale prices for items like yours.
Buy shipping supplies
You’ll need mailer bags, boxes,
packing tape, etc. Stocking up in
advance will help you get items
out the door quickly once they’ve sold.
Add a note
Handwrite a thank-you message
to the buyer. A personal touch
goes a long way.
Don’t charge for shipping
Many buyers expect free shipping,
so including this in your listing can
EN help your item sell faster.
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