Most of us try as hard as we can to have some kind of savings account or emergency fund for times when we don’t know what to expect. But sometimes it’s hard to save extra money, especially now that the pandemic has hurt the economy and inflation has gone through the roof. This means that people still have trouble with money. So, you might need to find a quick way to make money.
Designer Shoes, Handbags or Clothing
If you bought yourself some nice designer shoes, handbags, or even clothes that you don’t wear but don’t want to give them to Goodwill because you spent money on them, consider consigning them to sites that resell these specialty designer items. Clever Girl Finance says that before selling your items, any legitimate site like Fashionphile, The Real Real, or Yoogi’s Closet will make sure they are real.
Jewelry
You might be able to sell jewellery made from high-quality, in-demand metals like solid gold, platinum, silver, and precious gems. Wealthy Single Mommy says that sites like CashforGoldUSA and Worthy will buy gold jewellery and diamonds. My Jewelry Repair says that some old costume jewellery made by certain designers might also be worth something. The only way to know for sure if it’s valuable is to have a jewellery expert look at it, but you can do some research on the internet first.
Used electronics that are in good shape
FinanceBuzz says that most homes have about $264 worth of electronics that are not being used and could be sold for cash. Some examples of these are computers, cell phones, video game systems, e-readers, and wearable tech. DeCluttr, Best Buy, and Facebook Marketplace are all places that buy these things back.
Collectibles
Simplified Blogs says that a collectible is something that is worth more than its market value. If you have ever collected anything, like stamps, action figures, sports equipment, comic books, and so on, you might be sitting on something that is worth more than its market value. It says that if you want to sell your collectibles, you might do better to set up your own online shop or website that brings buyers to you instead of trying to find buyers. But you can always find buyers or groups online that are interested in the collectible you’re trying to sell.
Furniture
If you have some nice furniture or even better, some old furniture, you might be able to sell it online and make some money. Of course, you’ll want to make sure it’s in good shape or think about giving it a makeover first. Forbes says that when you do put it up for sale, you should take good, clear photos and write a clear, accurate description. Then you can try your luck on sites such as Bonanza, Chairish, Craigslist, OfferUp, and others.
Musical Instruments
Maybe you’ve finally come to terms with the fact that you’ll never play your old saxophone again, or maybe your electric guitar habit is costing you money and space. No matter what your reason is, there are always people who want to buy good musical instruments and equipment. Like with any used item, you should clean it, fix any damage or dirt, and make sure it’s in good shape. Then, CareersinMusic.com says, do some research to find out what your items are worth. If you price something too high, you might not sell it. Take some nice pictures and list the item on eBay, Craigslist, Reverb, or Sweetwater.
Things related to sports
Like with collectibles, many people keep sports memorabilia like signed balls, mitts, cards, and other things. AskMoney.com says that the sports memorabilia business is worth billions of dollars, so you might be able to make some money. The value of these items will depend on how well-known the players are, how rare the item is, how old it is, and how authentic it is.
Silver
Maybe your mother or grandmother gave you a set of silverware that is beautiful but hard to keep shiny, and you’re ready to get rid of it. Or silver candlesticks or something else. According to Wealthy Single Mommy, silver sells for about $18.75 per ounce as of July 28, 2022. You could sell these items. You can sell silver at CashForSilverUSA, Kitco, pawn shops, and silver exchanges, among other places.
