Marketplace Playbook

eBay takes a cut of your shipping and taxes, so your net profit is smaller than you think.

Facebook Marketplace wins on speed for common furniture under $300.

Keep the buyer's account history and photos under scrutiny before agreeing to meet.

No experience needed: anyone can sell fast on Facebook Marketplace with the right setup.

Where you sell depends on your item's weight, value, and how fast you need the cash.

Poshmark wins on fees for budget items, but eBay pays more as prices climb.

Choose the platform based on whether your buyer lives nearby or across the country.

Habitat and Goodwill take donations, but local dealers pay cash today without the consignment wait.

Most "free" platforms charge commissions that can eat 10 to 20 percent of your sale.

Different platforms attract different buyers willing to pay different prices for the same piece.

Proper prep and simple lighting turn any home into a professional product photography studio.

Four simple rules determine where your used furniture will actually sell.