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  • @justinresells
    @justinresells  2 місяці тому +10

    Hi Chloe. Jump around:
    Do you include sales tax in COGS? 2:24
    How do I pay for shipping labels with a credit card? 3:21
    What's the fastest way to get followers? 4:34
    Can I use pictures from other seller's listings? 9:09
    How do I get a refund on a shipping label? 11:24
    What is this weird tax on my eBay sale? 12:58
    How do I protect myself from being scammed by a buyer? 15:55

  • @Rick-w2o
    @Rick-w2o 2 місяці тому +26

    I love how you tell resellers not to be afraid of shipping large and awkward items. And then have your wife ship them! 🤣

  • @EdwinMeyer-q3o
    @EdwinMeyer-q3o 2 місяці тому +18

    Bought a new fridge. Took most of the trays, door handles, glass shelves, etc. from the old one. Took a few months but made $500 toward the purchase of the new one $1,500. Great advice for your fans.

    • @audfashionfinds
      @audfashionfinds 2 місяці тому +2

      I am so excited to try this. We have a new fridge coming soon.

  • @1280hi
    @1280hi 2 місяці тому +7

    A large part of my store is stripped appliance parts… people give away free appliances every single day. Sometimes parts sell before I can enter them into storage location in flipwise. One Saturday I was able to get 8 appliances in my pickup truck…. Kept me busy listing for weeks. Cost of goods was gas.

  • @g-man8190
    @g-man8190 2 місяці тому +15

    Hahaha that “thank you, you’re welcome” exchange was awesome.

  • @TheRickHoward
    @TheRickHoward 2 місяці тому +2

    Hi Chloe!
    My one experience with a return scam that I won was because I had an accurate description of the flaws in the product with photos. I would say always make sure if there is any damage, you HAVE to note it in the listing. Don't hope for the best.

  • @anthonyxavier6300
    @anthonyxavier6300 2 місяці тому +7

    I like your honesty. Other youtubers rely on their viewers to purchase their items on Ebay.

  • @donnasstitch-in-timecroche8903
    @donnasstitch-in-timecroche8903 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you Justin for all your good advice. I don’t take ALL your advice, but most of it I do. I always say it’s a good day when you learn something. And I almost always learn something from you. I had a possible scam situation and I took your advice and asked her to return the massager she said didn’t work. It went on for another month. In the meantime, I contacted her to tell her how to open a return and informed her again she would have to pay to ship it back since I don’t have free returns. I’m thinking about it, but haven’t decided to institute that policy yet. Anyway here it is 2 months later now, she still hasn’t returned the item but has contacted me to say it only works part of the time. Can’t help her if she doesn’t return the item. Too late now. I won’t honor a return unless eBay makes me. Thanks for all you do. I watch some channels for fun and others for educational content and information. You fall into the educational/informational category. Have great rest of your day.😊😊😊

  • @videogametrader
    @videogametrader 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for all of your videos. I run a physical game store as well as sell on WhatNot and eBay. Your video series has inspired me to do something similar for my business. Thanks for giving me a lot of work to do. 😂

  • @HeyMsVal
    @HeyMsVal 2 місяці тому +5

    Hi Chloe! Let's keep it going 😀😀😀

  • @goodwillbunny5773
    @goodwillbunny5773 2 місяці тому +3

    I love your videos. Thank you so much. Been selling 9 years but there is always more to learn. Grandma Bunny in Phoenix 🌵 🌞

  • @thomgreve
    @thomgreve 2 місяці тому +1

    There are some ‘perpetual’ yard sales in my area that are actually good. One woman sources tons of used clothes and has fresh inventory every week. The other runs a medical supply store and buys return pallets, so she always has lots of random stuff.

  • @lauriebusch9615
    @lauriebusch9615 2 місяці тому +1

    Love your videos. Your mannerisms and dry humor remind me of Bob Newhart. 😅 Thanks for all the great info!😊

  • @michaelc6817
    @michaelc6817 2 місяці тому

    Justin, thanks for your channel, I learn a lot from it. I do, however, disagree with your categorization of an individual buyer that works with a seller on an item that is received either strictly "not as described" or possibly damaged during packing or shipping (especially when poorly packaged) and accepting a partial refund as compensation as a "scammer". Often times the seller is faced with taking a return of a broken/damaged/not as described item and having to pay the return postage on it and finds it preferable to offer a partial refund (and sometimes even a full refund). Ebay even encourages buyers to contact sellers and work out amicable resolution, if possible, prior to requesting a return for a product that is "not as described".
    Thanks again for your perspectives and presentation. They are both useful and entertaining.

  • @KT-fn6me
    @KT-fn6me 2 місяці тому +8

    If you get a resale certificate from your state you don’t have to pay sale tax on items you are buying to resell, I believe every state with sales tax has that as an option. It’s saved me thousands of dollars in sales tax over the years.

    • @elephamoose
      @elephamoose 2 місяці тому

      @@KT-fn6me Thanks, I'll check this out!

    • @mayakoyama9130
      @mayakoyama9130 2 місяці тому +1

      Do you use it at goodwill/thrift stores? It seems like a good idea but I'd be afraid if I showed them a resale certificate they'd write down all the brands I picked up and next time I came they'd be priced twice as high as before.

    • @KT-fn6me
      @KT-fn6me 2 місяці тому

      @@mayakoyama9130 I don’t shop at goodwill and rarely shop at thrift stores, but I use it at antique stores & used bookstores. I don’t think that’s something that would ever happen, especially not at goodwill. In the antiques & used books business it’s actually common practice to offer a 10%-20% discount to other dealers. I also have my resale number uploaded to eBay so when I buy inventory there it’s tax free. I get a lot of stock at auctions too, and I use my resale number there as well. It’s literally saved me thousands of dollars.

    • @RawGradeFlip
      @RawGradeFlip 2 місяці тому

      I have it for CA but only use it for buying on eBay (which I do a lot). I don’t think I would take the time to try and get an employee at goodwill or thrift to figure out how to accept it and not charge me.

  • @jfgibson73
    @jfgibson73 2 місяці тому +2

    Hi JR, two questions: 1) I don't remember ever hearing if you hit the bin stores from time to time. Ever go? 2) Any chance you might ever compile a list of common items that you piece out? I have no idea what to look for in terms of appliances with parts that are in demand.

    • @averyl6
      @averyl6 2 місяці тому +1

      Great questions! I hope these are featured I've been wondering the same

    • @jesseknowles7291
      @jesseknowles7291 2 місяці тому +1

      If something looks cool, has a good brand, seems like a good deal, is well made, etc.. look it up with the word PARTS and do a quick STR check.

    • @jfgibson73
      @jfgibson73 2 місяці тому

      @@jesseknowles7291 Sorry--what is STR?

  • @brianroe88
    @brianroe88 2 місяці тому

    We have a perpetual garage sale near us. Learned to recognize the signs "Big Sale!"

  • @videogametrader
    @videogametrader 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for answering my question. It’s much appreciated

  • @savvystealsanddeals
    @savvystealsanddeals 2 місяці тому +1

    Regarding canceling/refunding shipping labels-if you go to the order details for that particular item, on the drop down menu there is an option to void that label. Once you do that, on that same menu, there will be an option to purchase another label.

  • @andymoss
    @andymoss 2 місяці тому +4

    Suggest everyone look into getting a Sales Tax Exemption from your state as a reseller.

    • @KT-fn6me
      @KT-fn6me 2 місяці тому

      Just made a comment about this, should have read all the comments first!

    • @audfashionfinds
      @audfashionfinds 2 місяці тому

      I have never heard of this. Definitely going to check it out. Great tip, thanks!

  • @SDiane-lf5hh
    @SDiane-lf5hh 2 місяці тому

    I had to cancel two shipping labels. This video was right on time. It looks so easy to use my new yet wired Rollo but I still can't use it. Technically challenged here, I know it will be a duh when I figure it out. Last week I sent a order to a prior customer which was not his order because I pulled up the wrong QR code on my phone at the post office. What a mess that was to correct & I got a ding from eBay. Thanks as always for your great videos.

  • @tinawiththelakeexchange2093
    @tinawiththelakeexchange2093 2 місяці тому +2

    I specifically buy shipping off Pirate Ship and charge to my business credit card; no mis mash with PayPal needed!

    • @dianeanderson6038
      @dianeanderson6038 2 місяці тому

      Why do you prefer Pirate Ship vs. Ebay shipping?

  • @LS-vx5jv
    @LS-vx5jv 2 місяці тому +7

    Thumbed Up for, “Hi Chloe” 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @ericenloe8967
    @ericenloe8967 2 місяці тому +2

    When people accept your offer and then don't pay it's basically the same as not honoring a sale you screwed up on pricing.

  • @TheCollectaHub
    @TheCollectaHub 2 місяці тому +2

    HP stock photo will get you a VERO, I thought I could get away with it for expired ink. Lesson learned

  • @MrCarlosnar
    @MrCarlosnar 2 місяці тому

    Thanks a lot for your videos, I am learning a lot, just been selling on ebay for 3 months from Canada.

  • @sheribraaksma1444
    @sheribraaksma1444 2 місяці тому +1

    I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you I am a year in. Had a brand new coat exchanged for an old one. I had to refund half. And now I have a camera coming back that I am pretty sure is a scam. I will always be posting a pic of the serial numbers moving forward. He talked too much. I should know better.

  • @RetroArcadeFan1
    @RetroArcadeFan1 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi Justin, do you sell on other platforms aside from eBAY I see many resellers talk about the importance of crosslisting. Personally all my sales are in eBay i would find it confusing and a hassle to crosslist, am i missing out - your thoughts?

  • @Orchard4629
    @Orchard4629 2 місяці тому

    Hi Justin, I really enjoy your videos, and value your input. I’ve recently started using Flipwise and I believe at the moment only your inventory listed on eBay is tracked in the app. Is that correct? If so, how do you keep track of your inventory that hasn’t yet been listed on eBay? Do you still use a spreadsheet for that?

  • @Dino-63
    @Dino-63 2 місяці тому +1

    I sell vintage and antique car parts best way to get followers is to ask them to follow you either with a note or a message. Just explain that you when you list new items and they can get alerts from eBay when that happens by following your store. I do get some repeat business about 5-7% year over year

  • @billargueta5458
    @billargueta5458 2 місяці тому +2

    Lets see a poll asking how many people are willing to go against thier word for profitable gain?

  • @jesseknowles7291
    @jesseknowles7291 2 місяці тому

    Any recommendations on videos on how to make a video like yours? Really enjoying your stuff.

  • @kaylakitty3814
    @kaylakitty3814 2 місяці тому +7

    😂😂😂I appreciate your humor… Hi Chloe👋

  • @dawn881
    @dawn881 2 місяці тому

    well everyone seems to have an opinion about cancelling sales and my experience has been low ticket items ie clothing as buyer. i have had sellers cancel sales stating that their child spilled coffee on bought item,,happens about 6 times a year.then i had a seller send me my prepaid item in a postage required box from usps. when i told her what she did ,she contacted me 1 month later asking me if i wanted my money back taunting me then ghosted me. i believe in karma you get what you give ..i took that loss and was more particular with the people i bought from.we all make mistakes and decisions we may regret but sometimes a lesson learned is invaluable.

  • @GingersParrotRescue
    @GingersParrotRescue 2 місяці тому

    Hi Justin. Love your videos. I also love Flipwise, and have been using it for several months. I have a question for you regarding Flipwise. I had a buyer purchase three items and was able to pack them together in the same box. However, Flipwise shows that only one of the sales with the cost to ship, and the other two zero cost to ship. Is there any way to fix that and split the cost to ship three ways to reflect the ROI for each? Thanks so much.

    • @justinresells
      @justinresells  2 місяці тому +1

      The easiest way would be to record a split share of the shipping cost on the two without a cost to ship, and then add an Expense to the item with the full cost to ship to offset the difference by 1/3rd. Does that make sense? If not, email me at support@flipwise.app and I'll walk you through it.

  • @blueskyflips
    @blueskyflips 2 місяці тому

    I got 2 logitech mice sealed, with a cool dark fleur design on them for $14 each at thrift. They each sold for $45 within a week

  • @freddyrussell6611
    @freddyrussell6611 2 місяці тому

    Justin, thank you for the videos. Have you heard anything about USPS soon to offer free “ground advantage” boxes on their website. If true, just wanted to bring it up for those that watch your videos.

    • @justinresells
      @justinresells  2 місяці тому

      I haven't heard that and couldn't find anything online about it.

  • @jlorza
    @jlorza 2 місяці тому +1

    After 20 years on eBay I just learned today that there are two different types of account. Individual and business. After a few Google searches, I haven’t found a straight answer as to what is the difference. I have an individual account and an eBay store, is there a reason to change it to business? Pros/cons?

    • @visualtube1
      @visualtube1 2 місяці тому

      Good question. I just went thru all this setting up my store. I ended up creating a biz account because I wanted it connected directly to my biz bank account, not credit card like a personal account.

  • @elninbo
    @elninbo 2 місяці тому

    Hi Justin. Thanks for the vids. Quick question: when calculating net profit margin, are you dividing your profit by your net income or dividing your profit by the total sale before shipping & fees are subtracted. Thanks

    • @justinresells
      @justinresells  2 місяці тому

      ‍The formula Flipwise uses to calculate the net profit margin for an order is net income divided by gross income multiplied by 100 to get a percentage. Gross income is defined as your total revenue generated from a sale before any costs, fees, or other expenses are deducted. Net income is defined as your gross income minus all relevant costs associated with a sale. help.flipwise.app/article/9-how-does-flipwise-calculate-roi-and-net-profit-margin

  • @nicoled8498
    @nicoled8498 2 місяці тому

    New at all this Ebay stuff...Thank you for all your information and honest advice! What is your ebay store?

    • @justinresells
      @justinresells  2 місяці тому +1

      you’re welcome! it’s linked from my UA-cam channel about page.

  • @DonNelson-t3l
    @DonNelson-t3l 2 місяці тому +2

    I disagree .... Those monthly people source also... I buy storage units and try to sell some things quick to recoop money...

  • @georgemcgarvey8635
    @georgemcgarvey8635 2 місяці тому

    Last year I sold a lot more July thru September than I sold October thru December !!

  • @NextLevelGCC
    @NextLevelGCC 2 місяці тому

    There’s another situation that I ran across so on eBay when you’re selling sports cards if a card sells for under $20 eBay will provide a standard envelope with tracking that’s $1.25 so that allows me to ship an item in a bubble mail with tracking for cheap Sometimes when I do auctions, I do the automatic pricing which is 8 ounce first class $4.47 is I had an auction so I thought it would it’s sold for three dollars shipping customer receive the item I bought the $1.25 stamp and he said it was it got there in time And there was no damage however he felt like he was gypped on shipping personally I kind of get both sides. I got the card there on time and I kind of explain that even if I paid only $1.25 for shipping there’s other factors that could be involved in extra $2.86 cent difference, such as top loader, Henny sleeve team bag the bubble mailer itself the paper for the scanner, etc.
    This was a book, sorry it was Siri typing. Thoughts?

  • @terryhamilton2.0
    @terryhamilton2.0 2 місяці тому +1

    How do you get Ebay on the phone? Have had a few return issues that I wanted to speak to them about

  • @mrslehman3
    @mrslehman3 2 місяці тому

    Hello Justin. I consider you a man of all things knowledgeable so I come to you for assistance with affiliate links. I understand the concept, but how does one set up a link?

    • @justinresells
      @justinresells  2 місяці тому

      An affiliate link to what, specifically?

    • @mrslehman3
      @mrslehman3 2 місяці тому

      @@justinresells my friend is a hair tech that specializes in hair repair and scalp health. She recommends hair products to her customers and thought she could benefit from affiliate links to Amazon. She was told she would need a social media and would only be approved based on number of followers. Thoughts?

  • @juliegayle4486
    @juliegayle4486 2 місяці тому

    I have a vintage Betsey Johnson laptop bag that is the only one in that color and print anywhere on the internet. Its never been used and in new condition despite its age. How do you price something like that?

  • @JenniferLewis-xy3wf
    @JenniferLewis-xy3wf 2 місяці тому +3

    I really enjoy all your videos and appreciate your general attitude…maybe it’s a fellow xennial thing. I sure as heck would cancel the sale for the $1,400 item; momma didn’t raise no fool.

  • @rebelletoujours1823
    @rebelletoujours1823 2 місяці тому

    Hello Justin! I have a question - how do I check the value of sth that is vintage, new, and has the designer's name and a number!? I tried with terapeak - I could not find anything like my "case". I checked the prices on Etsy, but they are mostly used. I found one new with the name but no number. I really don't know how to price it. TIA

  • @joseapino3562
    @joseapino3562 2 місяці тому +1

    I just sold a gps which I tested myself and actually updated and this customer send me a message saying that it was not working properly and it has broken pieces I told him that we could do two things send me a video with all the issues to present it to eBay as proof of what he was claiming or send it back to me and I will refund him after me inspecting the product after I get it back and I haven’t heard anything from him after that. Some people try to get away with it.

  • @brandiskelton6648
    @brandiskelton6648 2 місяці тому

    Im selling 2 16 port USB HUB. They were bought off Amazon, the receipt says they are a brand. The sealed box is not branded and the other port brand new without a box is actually not branded. Did some research and found similiar unbranded boxes for sale online. The branded and unbranded boxes share the same asin. Someone made a mistake at the factory. Wow, this is long. So i don't want to get in trouble for having the brand in title. Worse would be for me to be accused of counterfeit. Im clearly a new seller. I thought about showing my receipt or just not listing.

  • @Brassy_Blonde
    @Brassy_Blonde 2 місяці тому

    In a past video you noted you don't worr I about notes from the platform on completing recommended specifics, but I am finding I can't send offers in those items. Is there a way around that? I typically use Sell Similar as long as I can find one and obviously I have all the badics...category, brand, size, and anything that, but am frustrated asI cand find a way to send offers via multiple methods to send offers on these items. HELP!!

  • @jaker2542
    @jaker2542 2 місяці тому +4

    Ebay has NEVER, not once sided with me on a dispute. Its the scammers paradise now.

    • @justinresells
      @justinresells  2 місяці тому +4

      That's wild. It is the exact opposite for me. I've never lost money on a dispute or scam.

    • @thevintagefairy811
      @thevintagefairy811 2 місяці тому

      @@justinresellssame for me!

    • @adrianrodriguez-iz1wr
      @adrianrodriguez-iz1wr 2 місяці тому

      @@justinresells me either. ebay always been on my side as a seller. only once lost money on a sell and that was because usps left the package sitting at the post office over two weeks so i had to send buyer a replacement though the item ended up arriving

    • @AllieJL
      @AllieJL 2 місяці тому

      ​@@justinresells Same for me. They've sided with me and reversed feedback more times than I can count.

  • @Joseph-ut4ui
    @Joseph-ut4ui 2 місяці тому

    Justin, have you had any trouble in cancelling a shipping label? The last two times I tried the PO did not issue a refund; they said to wait 14 business days, which I did, then nothing.

    • @justinresells
      @justinresells  2 місяці тому

      I've never had that issue. Whenever I have had to cancel a shipping label, the refund usually shows up in about a week.

  • @luckytreasures8681
    @luckytreasures8681 2 місяці тому

    What is the orange light behind you?

  • @tommyebay
    @tommyebay 2 місяці тому

    Governor Tim Walz signed the transportation finance and policy bill (HF 2887), which, among other things, establishes a new fee on retail deliveries1 in the state. Effective July 1, 2024, retailers (including out-of-state retailers and marketplace providers) are subject to a $0.50 fee on each transaction that is $100 or more and involves a retail delivery in Minnesota. Remember Walz's name

  • @deltaray3
    @deltaray3 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi Chloe

  • @anzj6431
    @anzj6431 2 місяці тому

    What do you do when someone looks for a partial refund after the return window closes? I sold a cassette tape for $35 and listed it as in very good condition, and after the window closed, the buyer reached out and said I just tested this. It doesn’t work. You had an inaccurate description. Please make this right. I wrote back with your standard response. that sucks. “I’m sorry please open the return “ knowing that it was past the return window . the buyer responded I can’t and I said looks like your past return window please reach out to eBay and see if you can start a return. And the buyer dropped the issue. would you have done anything differently?

    • @justinresells
      @justinresells  2 місяці тому +1

      I wouldn't have done anything differently there.

  • @Mountaingypsytrading
    @Mountaingypsytrading 2 місяці тому

    Are you sure about the pictures thing? When you make your title, you can hit search without match or not, and if you use the search and find your item,, you can use the pics and listing of someone else.. it automatically fills it all out? I’ve also heard ppl show some dislike about ppl being able to use their pics in a couple of fb eBay groups I’m in.. 🤔

    • @justinresells
      @justinresells  2 місяці тому +1

      The photos that appear automatically come from eBay's Product Catalog. Photos in the Catalog are made up of photos from manufactures and other eBay sellers. Not all photos taken by eBay sellers end up in the Catalog. You can use photos, including other seller's photos, that are in the Catalog, but you cannot use photos that from other sellers that are not in the Catalog. www.ebay.com/help/policies/listing-policies/images-text-policy?id=4240

  • @hotshot902
    @hotshot902 2 місяці тому +2

    I have a question about return shipping. What if the buyer ships the item in a box with bigger dimensions then are on the shipping label (which I pay for, of course)? I recently shipped a golf club via Fedex and my measurement was off by 1/2 an inch. Well, Fedex rounded up an inch, times the length of the box of 48", and I ended up with a $35 surprise surcharge on my ebay account. I'm now VERY meticulous about measurements. But now, I am shipping a cart/staff golf bag squeezed into a 12x12x36" u-haul lamp box. What if the buyer wants to return it and didn't save the box, and returns it in, for example, a u-haul sports box 15x15x48". Since ebay autogenerates the return label, the surcharges would be astronomical. Do you think there is any recourse in a case like that?

  • @Rlk-l9x
    @Rlk-l9x 2 місяці тому

    Hi Chloe!

  • @raydaddy6914
    @raydaddy6914 2 місяці тому +2

    Yep, Rico is bing lazy. C’mon man, if you’re gonna sell stuff, then take pics of the stuff you’re selling. Sheesh. 🙄

  • @One-Eyed-Willys-Rich-Stuff
    @One-Eyed-Willys-Rich-Stuff 2 місяці тому +4

    What if the difference was $1M dollars? Those people in the honor the sale camp immediately swap to the cancel the order camp. Get off your high horses. Everyone has their price.

  • @goodwi11
    @goodwi11 2 місяці тому +4

    Darlene is for sure seething at how unbothered you are at her criticism of you ha

  • @kathleenparker9297
    @kathleenparker9297 2 місяці тому

    Hi Chloe

  • @salr2875
    @salr2875 2 місяці тому

    “Good job Justin !!”” lol

  • @shredbraahh8606
    @shredbraahh8606 2 місяці тому

    Didn't watch the video yet, but this is the greatest thumbnail in UA-cam history.

  • @PadreDePato
    @PadreDePato 2 місяці тому

    Sir, please take this in the spirit that it was intended; you would look far better with a shaved head. Keep the beard, shave the head. Winning 💪🏼👍🏼

  • @janeenharrison1953
    @janeenharrison1953 2 місяці тому +2

    Remember, Karma...honor the sale. It's a privilege to even have a platform that allows you to resale in the first place.

    • @przemekkozlowski7835
      @przemekkozlowski7835 2 місяці тому

      A seller who does not honor the sale, clearly does not mind if the buyer does not honor the sale as well and asks for frivolus refuds:)

    • @janeenharrison1953
      @janeenharrison1953 2 місяці тому

      @@przemekkozlowski7835 tit for tat gets you nowhere; you selling set the standard, or get out the game.

  • @simba8276
    @simba8276 2 місяці тому +1

    IMO it’s not a $1400 loss when you didn’t know the value, you never had that money to begin with nor did you think you had that money. That’s the risk you take. So morally, you should had honored the sale. BUT business is business, if EBay allows you to cancel sales and 1 ding.negative review won’t mess up your business, I’m cancelling too!

  • @elephamoose
    @elephamoose 2 місяці тому

    @justinresells Thanks for responding exactly like I'd hoped you would

  • @EthanLupo
    @EthanLupo 2 місяці тому

    Hi Chloe