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How to Make Money in Facebook Buy & Sell Groups!

August 16, 2016  Tips & Tricks | Uncategorized

How to Make Money Selling Your Stuff using Facebook Groups! kellyelko.com

Warning: BUYING AND SELLING ON FACEBOOK IS ADDICTIVE!

I recently joined one of the popular Facebook Buy and Sell Groups that are popping up all over the place and have been loving it!

It’s an easy way to sell unwanted stuff to people that live nearby. In one week, I listed a pair of pillows, two terracotta strawberry pots, a floor lamp and three French platters.

Cha-ching – yes that’s $120 burning a hole in my pocket just by getting rid of stuff that has been gathering dust in my house. Bonus: my hubby is thrilled I’m letting go and cleaning out the clutter!

I’ve been learning to let things go to create a calmer less clutter filled home (read my Decluttering Tips) and the extra money is a bonus.

 

How to Make Money or Find Bargains in Facebook Buy and Sell Groups

1) Find Buy Sell Groups

I did a search for “NJ Buy Sell Trade” or “New Jersey Buy” or “my town sell”, etc. Try searching multiple ways and matches should pop up. Click on them to learn more and ask to join groups that are a good fit.

Not finding a group in your area? You can always start your own and spread the word to your local friends.

Facebook Sell Group Tips and Tricks for Making Money Selling Unwanted Stuff! kellyelko.com

2) Read Group Description

Most groups are closed which means you have to ask permission to join but many will have a description for you to read the rules before joining. Some limit the amount of posts, some only want certain items (one of my group excludes kids stuff and personal items – it’s solely for household goods and furniture).

Some groups are larger than others (one of mine has over 4,700 members) and the bigger the group, the more likely your things will sell quickly.

3) Start Selling

(Can’t part with your stuff? Start with my Tips for Letting Go and Decluttering Your Home).

Using Cell Phone: make sure you have the Facebook app on your phone. Take photos then share to your Facebook page. Click on your name, then click on Group and choose the buy/sell group you want to post to. There you can add your description and price.

Using Computer: Go to your buy/sell group and click “sell something” then add title, price, zip code, description and finally upload photos then click done.

How to sell unwanted stuff on Facebook! kellyelko.com

4) Detailed Descriptions

Include important information including measurements, age, any damaged areas and price.

5) Photos

Cell phone pics are fine just make sure they are clear and bright with minimal stuff in the background. Take close ups of details, important markings and damaged areas.

6) Price

My goal is to clear the clutter while making some extra cash so I price things fairly. I think 1/3 of the retail price is a great starting point (remember people want a bargain).

7) Be Available

I suggest downloading the Facebook app to your phone and turning on notifications so you can easily answer questions from buyers.

In my group, if someone is interested, the seller will leave a comment on the post letting the interested buyer know they sent them a direct message so they can work out the details. Because these people aren’t your FB friends, sometimes their Direct Messages will go to your “Other” folder so remember you might have to search for it.

8) Pick Up 

Some people prefer pick ups at their house while others prefer a public place like a busy parking lot. Choose what works for you and be safe!

9) Edit Post

Once it sells, make sure to go back in and mark it as sold or delete the post.

10) Multiple Groups

Try a few different groups to see which one works best for you. If you do post the same item in more than one group, put in the description that it was “cross-posted.”

 

How Facebook Buy/Sell Groups Compare to …

Yard Sales – Although I love a good yard sale (see my Tips on Throwing a Killer Yard Sale), I can sell on Facebook at my own pace without having to lug everything outside.

Craigslist – you’ll have access to a larger audience but it is more time consuming to post.

eBay – great for expensive collectibles or one of a kind items but you’ll have to pay shipping charges and fees.

 

 

Let me know if you have ever bought or sold something in one of these Facebook groups or if you have any other tips to add?

Now I’m off to find more stuff to sell (and maybe find a few bargains to buy)!

 

Don’t miss these related posts …

Tips for Throwing a Killer Yard Sale

How to Throw a Killer Yard Sale! kellyelko.com

Let It Go – 10 Steps to Clutter Free

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  1. Nancy Carr

    August 16, 2016 at 6:56 am

    I belong to 6 Facebook groups for buying and selling. Two are shopping channel related items, 2 are for specific big name jewelry items, one is a clothing item, and another is an auction twice a month. I have bought and sold and continue to use ebay also. It is a fun way to make money without paying fees.

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      August 16, 2016 at 8:41 am

      Wow – 6 groups! I like the auction idea!

      Reply
  2. Susan Berger

    August 16, 2016 at 7:11 am

    Thank you! I’ve used Craigslist and others. Had no idea about this especially since I try to stay off FB. This is a good reason to go back on.

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      August 16, 2016 at 8:41 am

      The best reason!

      Reply
  3. Maria Brittis

    August 16, 2016 at 8:59 am

    I just found my bluffton sc buy and sell group and joined, great post!
    Maria

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      August 16, 2016 at 12:48 pm

      Awesome – hope you find some great things … and get rid of some not so great things!

      Reply
  4. Patty Soriano

    August 16, 2016 at 9:01 am

    We have a FB page here in my little town and it seems fairly busy. It’s fun to see what people will try to sell (like old bras or bad craft projects). I’m thinking of putting some things on it, since I definitely need to de-clutter! We have a small police department which is just off the main road and it seems to be a good place to meet for safety reasons.

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      August 16, 2016 at 12:49 pm

      old bras! but I definitely have some bad crafts projects gone bad!!

      Reply
  5. Marlene Stephenson

    August 16, 2016 at 1:58 pm

    I belong to 3 groups and it is pretty great. Thanks Kelly.

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      August 16, 2016 at 8:28 pm

      Looks like I’m late to the party – oh well, better late than never!!

      Reply
  6. Shelley @ Calypso in the Country

    August 17, 2016 at 8:31 pm

    I haven’t tried this yet. I have sold a few things on Ebay but have some large things that this might work for. I am definitely going to check some groups out in my area. Thanks, Kelly!
    Shelley

    Reply
  7. cheryl chastain

    August 18, 2016 at 8:06 pm

    Funny that I am just reading this post at the same time that I messaged my friend to ask how she is doing with her listed items. She has made over $500 in just a month with little odds and ends that she wants to move on. I am going to try this asap. I always enjoy your blog!

    Reply
    • Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage

      August 19, 2016 at 2:37 pm

      It’s amazing and like you said it’s getting rid of stuff we’ve moved on from!

      Reply
  8. H. L.

    May 27, 2017 at 4:49 pm

    I created Cajun Swap Shop for the purpose of the same. We had no decent ones in the area. We are 237,000 strong and growing .
    Very fun to see the many items and to sell and trade as well.

    Reply
  9. Rita

    May 30, 2017 at 8:55 pm

    I just donated all of my China. I like my every day dishes better anyway. Hooray for me!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      May 30, 2017 at 11:31 pm

      I didn’t ask for formal china when I got married – I’m a casual dish kind of gal too!

      Reply
  10. Billy

    August 15, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    How about new marketplace feature. I think it’ll most likely kill Groups, so admins of these groups will have to discontinue the maintenace or shut down their groups. Your thoughts on that?

    Reply
  11. holly w presley

    January 14, 2018 at 9:32 am

    Facebook marketplace is bad about marking my items as spam and I don’t understand why. They are legit items that meet their guidelines.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      January 21, 2018 at 9:13 am

      Weird – do you post tons at once?

      Reply

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