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How to Estimate What an Item Will Sell For

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A realistic resale price comes from current competing offers and price history, not the store's regular price.

Start with today

Look at the lowest competitive offers in your condition.

Look back

Price history shows whether today is normal or a spike.

Adjust

Expect the price to dip if many sellers found the same deal
Use a lower figure for seasonal items late in the season

Be conservative

Run the numbers at a price 10 to 15 percent below today's. If it still works, buy.

General information for resellers, not financial, tax or legal advice. Marketplace fees and policies change; check the current rules before you buy.

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