Four basic ways to increase the price you get

Be it real estate or a piece of electronics on Craigslist, everyone wants to get as much cash as possible for items being sold. In the sea of online ads, getting that best price can feel practically impossible. You can improve the price you get when you sell online. It takes just a couple simple steps, and a few additional minutes of effort. Source of article – Four easy ways to get more money for what you are selling by MoneyBlogNewz.

1. Check photography out

Look at photos to start research as an online buyer. Looking at online photos is how 83 percent of individuals choose whether or not to visit a house. Taking a picture with your cell phone seems easy enough. Still, a 5 to 30 percent increase in price happens whenever you have good photos. Make sure the item you are photographing is well-lit, and use a tripod or a fast shutter speed (or “sports” setting) to eliminate blur in the photo. In case you are marketing a high-dollar item, it could well be worth the $100-$300 to get professional photography.

2. Make sure language is appropriate

Straightforward, concise, clear copy describing the item you’ve for sale will go a long way. Rather than listing the “seriously awesome camera that will make your photos 1 billion times better,” describe the item in concrete terms: “10 megapixel camera with full manual settings to control the photo.” It sounds better, and it will sell better. Most people should be specific. Use numbers if needed. Avoid too many adjectives. Not more than three per sentence is allowed. It might cost $50 to $100 to get a professional. You may just have a friend look over it instead.

3. You will need to search around

It’s OK to be hopeful about the sales price, however asking too much can put off potential buyers. Do your research on what comparable items are marketing for and adjust your prices accordingly. If you are asking for a higher-than-going rate, be sure to explain why. Explain why you would like less than the going rate as well on some products. Buyers might be very interested with your listing if you just explain yourself rather than go from the norm.

4. Spam is just irritating

It could be tempting to post your item for sale twice a day, just in case someone misses the listing. There is search functionality in most services. This is just online. Most viewers get really annoyed when you post it so often. You look desperate to sell. Only re-post your item if you make change to the price or the terms. It takes effort and money to list something more than once in one place. Keep away from this.

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