Education · 1 of 5

The path

No degree or licence. You learn what sells by selling.

1. 1

   Sell what you already own

   1 month

   Clear out your closet first. It teaches you photos, pricing and shipping with no risk.

2. 2

   Pick a niche

   1 to 3 months

   Vintage clothing, sneakers, trading cards, books or electronics. Knowing one category well beats knowing a little about everything.

3. 3

   Learn to price from sold listings

   Ongoing

   Check what items actually sold for, not what people are asking.

4. 4

   Build a sourcing routine

   6 to 12 months

   Thrift stores, estate sales, garage sales, liquidation pallets and card shows on a regular schedule.

5. 5

   Grow or stay a side hustle

   1 to 3 years

   Full-time resellers keep hundreds or thousands of items listed on several sites at once.