How To Sell Things On Poshmark

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Poshmark, a fashion-focused social marketplace app founded in 2011, has 80 million registered users throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and India. Poshmark allows users to make money by buying and selling secondhand apparel and accessories from their closets and retail stores.

Poshmark, compared to flea markets, provides merchants with tremendous convenience by providing a product listing service and managing the logistics. It's also a safer option than local gatherings because it ensures payment for all things approved by the buyer.

So, where do you begin? In this tutorial, we'll go over everything you need to know about how to sell items on Poshmark and how to set up a Poshmark account and sell on the marketplace.

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Why Should You Sell On Poshmark?

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Poshmark is the preferred marketplace for millions of sellers. Here are some of the reasons:

Simple to use. Poshmark, as a smartphone app, makes it extremely simple to list your stuff. Photograph your property and write a description on your mobile. It's simple.

Purchases and shipping have been simplified. When you sell a product on Poshmark, you will receive a shipping label through email. Print the label and fix it to your package; your goods are ready to ship.

The return procedure is straightforward. Returns on sites like eBay, Etsy, and maybe even Facebook Marketplace can be a pain. Poshmark, fortunately, moderates return asks to keep problems to a minimum. Buyers must provide images to justify why they need to return a product.

Tax payment is included. Most self-employed persons despise paying taxes. Poshmark, fortunately, collects and levies sales tax on all marketplace orders, reducing one of the most unpleasant aspects of selling online.

 

How to start selling on Poshmark

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Here are some of the steps you can take to start selling on poshmark.

 

Create A Poshmark Account For Free

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The process of selling on Poshmark begins with the creation of an account. You may create a new login and password or connect via Google or Facebook. It only takes a few seconds to register.

Poshmark will then ask you to select three brands from which you want to shop. This allows them to match you with sellers who sell products from those brands. Poshmark then curates a collection of profiles you automatically follow depending on your chosen companies.

Poshmark also allows you to personalize your profile (called a closet) to increase its appeal. Here are examples of what you can do:

• Fill up your personal information, such as gender and college attended.

• Include a profile picture.

• Include a link to your website.

• Include a brief biography.

 

Photograph The Item

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Taking high-quality, professional photos is essential for attracting buyers to your listings. Poshmark allows you to upload up to 17 photographs to each listing, one of which will serve as your cover image.

This cover photo is the most crucial image because it is the first thing customers see. Here are some suggestions for improving the quality of both this and other photos on your listings:

• Select the appropriate background (simple plus uncluttered is best)

• In the Poshmark app, you may change the brightness, contrast, vibrance, and sharpness.

• Photograph in natural light (sunlight creates more color and contrast)

• Poshmark offers filters to make your pictures more appealing.

• Crop the image to remove any extraneous elements.

It's also crucial to photograph your goods from several perspectives so that your customers understand what they're getting. Close-ups of features such as zippers, pockets, and rips or damage are essential.

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Include A Title And A Description

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Next, create a title and a product description. You'll have 50 letters for the title, which is sufficient to include features like:

• The brand and product name

• Color and design of the item

• Size of the item (dimensions or fit)

• Whether the product is new with tags (NWT) or original without tags (NWT) (NWOT)

Your title will influence customers' decisions to learn more about the product. When prospective buyers click on your posting, you can utilize your description to convey additional information. You can, for example, describe

• The country of origin of the item

• Instructions for washing

• utilized materials or textiles

Being as honest as possible regarding any damage to the item can assist in boosting your Poshmark reputation and lessen the likelihood of returns.

 

Decide On A Price

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Setting a price is the final step in generating your listing. Add the item's original price and your listed price. If you need to know the actual pricing of your product, look it up on the internet.

The listing price you propose will be heavily influenced by the item's condition and the original price. Most things sell at a 60% discount, but it's reasonable to ask for a higher price for popular or uncommon items.

 If you need help determining how much to discount, look for similar items to get an estimated sale price. When you've decided on pricing, click the List It button to create your listing.

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Package, Ship, And Collect Payment

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The last bit on how to sell stuff on Poshmark is packaging, shipping, and collecting payment. Poshmark will issue you an email confirmation with a free pre-addressed shipping label when a customer purchases your item. You print it, place it on your item's packaging, and arrange delivery.

Poshmark provides two-day USPS priority delivery, allowing you to ship your things in free priority mail envelopes accessible at your local post office. Clean your belongings before packing them, especially if you have yet to use them.

It's also a good idea to include small extras to brighten your customer's day. For example, you could consist of a handmade thank you note to express how much you value their time and business. Include details about your social media accounts.

So Shoppers can follow you and be notified when new items become available. Your earnings will be credited to your Poshmark account once your item arrives at the customer's door and they approve it in the Poshmark app.

You can claim the payment by mailing a check or setting up a direct deposit to your bank. You can also keep your earnings in your Poshmark account and utilize them to purchase items on the marketplace.

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Conclusion

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More and more people are using Poshmark to find vintage clothes and accessories from consignment shops around the country. The platform has many selling options that fit a wide range of budgets and tastes. While you can use the site to post your items, it is more heavily used as a marketplace for other sellers to manage their inventory.