Tag: reseller-finances
Reseller Inventory Storage: The Bin-and-Label System That Keeps Items Findable
A findable bin, a SKU-to-location map, and an intake photo: the three-part system that stops sold items from going missing before they ship.
How to Negotiate Prices When Sourcing Resale Clothing (Without Losing the Deal)
The best resellers don't haggle per item — they negotiate the bundle, read seller motivation first, and walk away on a number set before they arrive.
Poshmark Closet vs Standalone Shop: Which Sells More?
Personal or shop-style, Poshmark closets sell at similar rates once you control for sharing frequency and listing volume. Here's the real math.
How to Avoid Scams When Sourcing Resale Inventory
Wholesale clothing scams and fake liquidation pallets drain more reseller margin than fees or returns. Here's how to verify a supplier before you wire a dollar.
What Fees Do Clothing Resale Apps Charge? A Full Breakdown (eBay, Poshmark, Mercari)
eBay, Poshmark, and Mercari all charge different fees on the same $45 sweater. Here's the exact breakdown — and the net-payout math that matters.
Depop vs Poshmark: Which Should You Use (and Why Not Both)?
Depop and Poshmark sell to different buyers at different price points. Here's the fee math, the audience split, and how to list on both without doubling your workload.
Mercari Partial Item Returns: How to Handle Them Without Losing Your Margin
A buyer returns 2 of 5 bundled items and keeps the rest. Here's how to document it, dispute it, and stop it from happening again.
Reseller Taxes 101: 1099-Ks, Deductions, and Clean Books Without the Panic
A calm, factual walkthrough of 1099-K thresholds, deductible expenses, and the bookkeeping workflow that keeps reseller taxes manageable year-round.
Reseller Tax Deductions Most eBay Sellers Miss (1099-K Checklist)
Most eBay resellers overpay taxes because they miss legitimate deductions. Here's the full checklist — from COGS to mileage — before your 1099-K hits.
Reconciling eBay Payouts: Why Your P&L Doesn't Match Your Bank Deposits
Your eBay dashboard shows $1,840 in sales. Your bank deposit is $1,203. Here's exactly where the gap comes from—and how to close it.
When Should Resellers Stop Using Spreadsheets? 7 Signs You've Outgrown Them
Spreadsheets work fine at 30 items. At 300, they start costing you money. Here's exactly when to make the switch—and what to look for.
Mercari vs. Poshmark Crosslisting: When to List the Same Item on Both
Crosslisting the same item on Mercari and Poshmark can double your exposure—or double your headaches. Here's how to decide which items belong on both.