How to Sell on Mercari: A Guide

Introduction

• Importance of diversifying selling platforms.
• Recent changes in search algorithms on another unnamed platform have impacted sellers.
• Mercari as a reliable alternative with a smaller reselling fee.

Advantages of Using Mercari

• Ease of Use: User-friendly interface.
• Low Commission Fee: Only 10% commission compared to 20% on other platforms.
• High-Value Sales: More sales of high-end/bigger ticket items.

Successful Categories on Mercari

• Concert Apparel: Sold items like Jonas Brothers and Ariana Grande sweatshirts for over $100.
• Electronics: Successfully sold a Nintendo 3DS.
• Vintage Clothing: Successful sales of vintage sweaters, including a hand-knit toy sweater.

Listing Items on Mercari

1. Gathering Images
   • Take multiple photos and ensure a clear background using apps like PhotoRoom.
   • Crop photos to remove app logos.
2. Creating a Listing
   • Title: Use maximum characters, capitalize each word, include relevant details (e.g., vintage, size).
   • Description: Include keywords, details about the condition, and potential uses.
   • Hashtags: Use up to three relevant hashtags.
   • Category Selection: Choose appropriate category (e.g., women’s sweaters).
   • Shipping: Estimate weight, choose cheapest shipping option, have buyer pay shipping.
   • Pricing Strategy: Set initial price and floor price for automatic price drops.

Example Listing: Vintage Coca-Cola Sweatshirt

• A sample listing process was shown for a vintage yellow Coca-Cola crewneck sweatshirt.

Conclusion and Call to Action

• Encouraged viewers to try Mercari using a referral link.
• Reminder that video was sponsored by Mercari.
• Appreciation for viewers' support and request to watch the full video to support future collaborations.
• Encouragement to subscribe and follow the channel.

Final Thoughts

• Reiteration of Mercari’s benefits as a platform.
• Encouragement to diversify revenue streams by using multiple platforms.