How to list nearly anything on eBay in 4 minutes or less

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Published 2023-10-08
Interested in the automated eBay data tracking app I mentioned? It's called Flipwise, and you can learn more here: flipwise.app/

In the video I mention "browser search keywords" as a way to quickly search Active and Sold listings -- I got the name wrong; it is called "Site Search Shortcuts" -- here's a video (not mine) on how to set them up:    • How to Set Up and Use Site Search Sho...   -- thanks to ‪@alexnewby8125‬ and @themodmercantile for the help digging up the correct term!

Here's a link to the spreadsheet I mentioned: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xr5I3JN8FZTFDU1x7M…

If you want to skip the part about setting listing goals and get right to the listing process, jump to 12:10 in the video.

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You can also find me on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/justinresells.yt/

Some of the links above contain affiliate codes, which means I may get a cut if you decide to make a purchase. And Flipwise is an app that I co-founded. Thank you for your support!

All Comments (21)
  • @Vinnie-cv5qv
    As a reseller since the early 2000's my best move was to hire my young sons (then ages 8-13) to help with everything except the actual listing. I had them steam clothing, package, find inventory, etc. By hiring them (I kept excellent records) at minimum wage I was able to add that as a business expense and also all their earned income, I opened custodial Roth IRAs and put all their earnings in them. When my sons turned 21, the IRAs became their own and now each boy has over $80K saved up for retirement. This is all legal. The IRS indicates that it has to be earned income and there is no minimum age. Just keep accurate records.
  • @RebelToys
    P.S. It's not a 'Death Pile'...it's a 'Money Pile' because there's money to be made once you get it listed ;) Thank you for your plethora of knowledge. Your crazy numbers & the way you break it down makes total sense to me! Keep up the good work!
  • @shadowspond3488
    Best video ive ever watched about reselling. im trying to make 5000 profit monthly, and this is so informative. I had a stroke in my 20's and i started reselling to pay for medical care and living costs. i cant do alot most days. glad i found your videos!!!
  • When I’m out sourcing I normally look up the item on ebay to find out the sold comps and sell through rate. if I make the decision that I’m going to buy it I go ahead and do a sell similar right then and create a draft. That way I’m not having to look for it again a 2nd time when I’m ready to list it.
  • I am glad to find reseller channels that don't spend the whole time faking their stuff for content. Thank you for this
  • @sweetgirl4u247
    I felt like I sat in a math class completely confused. But then it clicked. Thank you so much for this video. It made a ton of sense! One listing trick that works for me is taking a full day of just taking pics and saving them in drafts. That way if I am too tired to take pics, at least I can list.
  • @randidavis5346
    Thank you for the spreadsheet!! I have been needing to calculate my metrics in order to accurately adjust my listings per day for a while now. Your video gave me the kick in the rear needed to get down and figure out the path to get back on track. Having a clear picture will help tremendously. I really like how you present and break down the info in your videos and also appreciate the motivation it generates for me and I am sure many others, too :)
  • @thodegirl33703
    Thank you for the spreadsheet. As a former District Manager, I love numbers! The problem is I needed someone like you to give me a breakdown to better focus on my personal goals. Thank you for that! I am new eBay Seller, just since June. But things are building and I am so excited of where I can go with this! Really want to be part of your Beta Test! Keep up the thorough videos! They are awesome!
  • @klonedbat
    literally one of the most straight forward advice I could find on youtube from a fellow reseller. great job Justin,keep em videos coming pls!
  • @JessicaPatti
    I listen to heaps of re selling videos as I try to build capital for the financial security of my family. This is my side hustle and your videos are fantastic. So clear and great information. Thank you! You have motivated me to take this more seriously. While I never want to leave my career, I do want to take this more seriously and your videos have definitely helped. Thank you Justin! From Melbourne Australia
  • Thank you for this video. I am a new reseller and have used You Tube as my University to learn more. I am a data person as a former school improvement specialist and administrator. This is the BEST explanation bar none regarding listing I have found. I just found your channel and subscribed but all the videos I have watched so far are very insightful and helpful. Also- you always emphasize being a good human which is my number one core value. I wish you continued success. Thanks again!
  • Justin... you are a God among men. I've literally based almost everything I've ever sold off eBay for so long just using things I've learned in your videos and I can't express in a simple comment how far I've come by doing so. Every time I feel the pain of too much stock, I come here to reset mentally, burn through the death pile, and come out the other end a winner (except the free shipping, I know that flat rate has proven much better since this video was posted). Sure you make a killing on your YT vids at this point, possibly more than eBay I would think, but whether or not you get paid for doing this, it means the world to a lot of people and I thank you for continuing to make sense of an otherwise hectic market.
  • @blueV2
    Just wanted to say THANKS! You just saved me at least an hour a day. I knew there must be a quicker way to upload/download photos to eBay. I went from over 5 minutes per listing, to around 1 minute (just on getting the pics from my phone to the actual listing). Listing at least 15 items per day, the time savings, not to mention shortening the worst part of listing, has been a blessing. Continued success. Take care!
  • @itiaharts
    you are certainly the best i've seen yet in actual numbers and how to reach realistic , not imaginary goals. i am on a halt in buying now until i get my basics correct as a reseller. Thank you!!! just saw you today.
  • Probably the most helpful Youtube video I have watched in my current journey. Super part time, moving to part time since I got let go from my job so I have time to get things in order while searching for a new job, or with help from this video and your spreadsheet, figuring what I would need to go full time. I just passed 250 and hit 300 listings just in the last 3 weeks. Although living in San Diego, my numbers are a lot higher than most who live in the Midwest, but an excellent video and tool!! Thanks!!!
  • Thank you SO much for breaking down your process the way that you do in this video Justin! I will be utilizing many of your techniques, with my own little tweaks here and there! Your video is just as valuable to someone just getting started, like myself, as it is to the more seasoned seller who wants to learn the metrics for the goal-setting required to grow their store to their desired size. Looking forward to testing out your beta software product. Thank you!
  • @susanbailey7829
    This the absolute best how-to reseller video I’ve ever watched! Totally relatable and information delivered in a simple, easy to follow steps. Thank you!
  • @stuartbrett9532
    New subscriber here after watching this video. I really appreciate the explanation of the numbers. I've been doing eBay for a year and not very consistently. Up until this video I didn't know my profit margin or sell through rate. Now I understand 40% profit margin and 7.5% sell through rate. Both on the lower side but I need to do 5 a day (listings not vegetables) to meet my next target which I have already started doing. So good to know I'm on track. Keep up the great content.
  • @MoonRide333
    Excellent videos! Every single video is so very helpful! AND you teach REAL stuff about selling on eBay. You have one of the few channels that is absolutely NOT bullshit! Many blessings!
  • @5797029
    Good video. Since most buyers use the app, use the app for the entire process. Thats how I have been listing for years. I give myself an advantage by always using one of my own listings to build on. No surprises from someone else's listing. Even changing the category and altering the title, is still faster for me. Sometimes, I take a batch of pictures and I can list anywhere. (park, store, waiting in line, hospital, beach, yard, etc.) Similar to making offers to buyers. Works almost everywhere.