GET TOP DOLLAR SELLING ONLINE

Expert tricks to get you the very best price possible

- Amber Bramble

With spring just around the corner, it's a time when many of us start decluttering - or at least start thinking about it!

But before you throw away those long-forgotten items, it could be worth thinking about what you can sell through online platforms such as TradeMe, eBay, Facebook Marketplace and Etsy.

"Many people have thousands of dollars' worth of items gathering dust in the cupboard that could be earning them cash," eBay's Brooke Eichhorn explains.

You may be surprised by how much some items could fetch!

"What is old is new again and fashion from the '90s or early 2000s is really popular from Gen Z right now, like chunky sneakers, baguette bags and leather jackets," Brooke adds.

"Collectible card games like Pokémon and sports trading cards have seen significant growth in recent years as Kiwis, driven by nostalgia, revisit items from their childhood, so it could be worth raiding your hubby's cupboards or digging deep into the children's toybox."

Here's how to get the best price...

CHOOSE THE RIGHT PICTURE

A sharp, clear photo with good lighting can make all the difference. "Taking a good picture is crucial so people know what they are buying," says Brooke. "Use a solid white backdrop and take shots from every angle – a bathtub can be a great option if you don’t have a white wall! If it’s a piece of clothing like a dress, you can hang it on a coat hanger to showcase the length.”