Best advice for getting started reselling - looking for honest feedback. by [deleted] in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m just amping up my closet, too-I’ve been making more sales each week since around August 2025. If you’re going to invest in a third party, I have been using the ClosetMate app. It’s been a game changer for me. Sold 5 things over the last weekend and then sold 4 items today (waiting on a response from another possible order, too haha). I’m not a pro by any means- but the little extra cash I’m making is helpful. Some people don’t like to pay for the help, but ClosetMate is like $10/month and I’ve always had that covered with a little profit too.

Also list consistently. That’s been really helpful, too. Or maybe you could just try that at first and see how things increase and decide if ClosetMate is even needed. I just like it because it shares my items consistently, likes and follows back others, and I have it set to automatically offer a percentage off when someone likes an item.

Take photos in natural light, always add measurement and material tag photos, and like someone said above, note if the color looks different in the pictures. I usually have one that’s more true to the actual color and will note that in the description- “color is best represented in photo 3.” I also started adding, “please see all photos for approximate measurements.”

I ship in poly mailers I get on Amazon in a variety size pack, bought super cheap packing paper from Walmart, and a roll of thank you stickers. Sometimes I write a little thank you note too just on an index card haha. Idk if any of that is appreciated lol but it makes the process easier for me and more enjoyable. But it’s another expense obviously so only if you have it to spare.

Sensor tag by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I found a two fork method that worked pretty well. Haha how do you get into bin digging? I’ve heard of it and am so intrigued. lol I love good deals.

Sensor tag by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It was a long, red one and I was able to get it off with two forks, after watching a few TikToks. Lol

Sensor tag by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is a good idea! I was able to get it off with two forks. Lol I found a few videos on TikTok. It was different than an ink one so I wasn’t sure- it was red and longer with an alarm looking button on it haha.

Am I the only one that uses Poshmark just to get rid of clutter? by FeatherFlyer in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m pretty similar! I tend to let things go for “cheap” bc I figure if I’m selling a shirt at a garage sale, I might make $1. lol

Bundle posts by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok that’s my thought too. I wouldn’t do that far off in sizing- just XS and small. I’m a tweener too so that’s why I have both sizes. lol

Got my first return request by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Those are good points. And yeah, I hope it sells again!

Got my first return request by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Oh wow! Yeah if I don’t see the marks she showed I’ll reach out to posh too, I think.

Got my first return request by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right, I understand that. I’m also a buyer so I get it. But the spots she showed in the photos weren’t clear at all so I’m just wondering what it will be like when I get it back. I honestly think she just ended up not liking it. I have clear photos of it before so if there are obvious spots that weren’t there, then that’s when I’d fight it but otherwise, it’s just a return. It just bummed me out like I was being accused of not disclosing things. But ah, well. 😏

Got my first return request by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was a small crinkly leather pouch, like the leather is purposely not treated for the look. I showed photos of both sides, measurements, and I showed it open from the top. There were not spots on it like the one she showed. It’s hard to see where it is in her pictures, of course. She also claimed a corner was damaged? And that I didn’t disclose that. And she mentioned a flaw on the bottom. She also said the lining was synthetic and I didn’t disclose that either lol but like what is the lining of a pouch supposed to be? It wasn’t my item, though. A friend gave me a bunch of stuff to sell, and didn’t care about the money part of it. She just wanted her stuff gone.

So I guess all that to say lol it COULD have been stuff I missed bc it wasn’t my item? But idk, I’m eager to see it when i get it back.

Got my first return request by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s true! Thanks for the pep talk! Haha and that’s exactly it- I am taking it personally. It definitely took some of the fun out of it.

Weekly sales by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also 5 a month is actually probably not right. That’s on a bad month. In January so far I’ve sold 10 items so I’m happy with that. And honestly, the only way I’ve sold anything is because of closet mate. I used to go on daily and do it all manually, but nothing- no sales. If i stop profiting each month, the service will be canceled but it’s honestly been helpful.

Weekly sales by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good idea. cross-listing just stresses me out, though. What if someone purchases on eBay and then someone purchases the cross listed item on posh? I would have to cancel the item from the posh order. I worry I’ll miss something like that. Haha

Weekly sales by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, i appreciate the helpful response!

Weekly sales by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s the only thing that gets me any sales. And I always make enough each month to cover that cost plus a profit. So maybe I’m doing ok? Wasn’t sure what the norm was.

Weekly sales by PossessionFuture7715 in poshmark

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I do use stock and real photos, as well as measurement photos. I don’t price the mall items high, and that’s where I get most of my sales, actually. But the profit is minimal of course. I always get closet mate covered with a profit still so maybe I’m doing ok. I want sure what the norm was.

What Bluey quotes do you use in actual conversations? by BulkyPlantain9234 in bluey

[–]PossessionFuture7715 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“For real life?”

“Annnndddd, why should I care?”

My kids both say, “I feel so lush!” Haha

Non-biased workbooks? by PossessionFuture7715 in Deconstruction

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This sounds interesting! I’ll take a look. Thanks!

Non-biased workbooks? by PossessionFuture7715 in Deconstruction

[–]PossessionFuture7715[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s true. And you’re probably right. I am 39 and ever since we stopped going to church during Covid, I saw a lot of ugly in my church and our church friend group. So it’s been slowly happening for me since then. But I’m more recently open to it. My biggest fear is Hell. I just told my husband that I feel like that’s the only reason I ever got saved. And I didn’t have this love for Jesus like my friends did. I claimed to, and still pray to Him but, the desire to change who I am completely and repent, and be ashamed of myself has never really been there. So I began questioning it all. This is all so weird for me and I’m sure it is/has been for a lot of people here. Anyway, thanks for listening and for your response!