Greetings and happy Summer! If you’re as excited as me about yard selling season being upon us, just know that you’re not alone! Each year I plan to yard sale my heart out but as time goes on, our inventory actually fills up with more and more items from contacts gained along the years. Sometimes … Read more
If you’ve been around for awhile, you may have read a few posts by now about my feelings on cross-listing. Over the years, it’s been an idea that we’ve gone back and forth with time and time again. But this time, we’re breaking up with cross-listing for good. Can you guess why? Rooted Drawers Cross-listing … Read more
Correct, cost. Not made. You, I, and the world of resellers in this blog talked before about how important it is to think about certain things before making rash decisions. That’s why we hold the good old fashioned eBay auctions, to allow our customers ample time to consider what they’re purchasing before they purchase it. … Read more
Hey guys. Coming at you today on a more serious note! There’s a lot of controversy out there about how us resellers are going to survive let alone thrive in the upcoming year…or years! As more of us venture online to share our stories and more new resellers start to grow their knowledge, there are … Read more
Ahh, the holidays are upon us once again!! Let’s talk today about how and why you should *absolutely* be hitting the eBay game hard before the holidays pass us by! If you haven’t already heard about reselling being a legit thing, I’m going to assume you’ve been living under a rock like Patrick from Spongebob… … Read more
So, you want to learn about which reseller office supplies we’re loving in 2023, eh? You’ve already had the chance to hear about our favorite shipping supplies in last week’s post, so today we’ll be talking about our favorite office supplies thus far throughout our journey in the list below. Let’s get after it! Reseller … Read more
Last month we had the honor of having been invited to talk about our story that was featured on Starter Story. If you’re not familiar with this website, it is great for entrepreneurs small and large to share their stories of success! It’s been a huge reward to be able to talk about my journey … Read more
Hey heyy sports enthusiasts and savvy shoppers! With the NFL season upon us, it’s the perfect time to huddle up and score some amazing deals. We’re diving into the playbook of successful sales strategies to help you make the most of this thrilling season of football. So, grab your jerseys and get ready to tackle … Read more
Hey there, friends and fellow resellers! Can you believe it’s already Quarter 3?! Time flies when you’re hustling, right? As we enter this season, it’s crucial to be prepared for the challenges that lie ahead. But fear not! We’ve got some friendly advice and fun strategies to help you navigate and boost your quarter 3 … Read more
Hey heyy there fashion enthusiasts and resellers of all sizes! Have you ever heard of World Fashion Day? It’s a super fun occasion that celebrates the wonderful world of fashion, where individual expression and inclusivity take center stage. In this blog post, we’ll explore why resellers should embrace national and international holidays, like World Fashion … Read more
Hey there, fellow resellers! With the summer months in full swing, it’s time to tackle the challenges that often accompany this season. We completely understand that as small resellers, you too, face unique hurdles such as vacation mode sales drops, out-of-season inventory, and increased competition. But fear not! In this blog post, Boost Your Summer … Read more
Welcome, fellow resellers and treasure hunters! If you’re always on the lookout for exciting new platforms in the reselling world, Rooted Drawers has something unique to offer. As a reseller with experience across six different platforms, I understand the appeal of branching out. However, after exploring the popular WhatNot app, I realized there’s something missing. … Read more
Hey, hey, fellow resellers, welcome back! As we dive into the excitement of the coming wedding season, let’s explore the wedding trends in reselling landscape and uncover the hidden treasures that can elevate sales in your business. Related: Should You Be Reselling On Several Platforms? (2022 Update) In this blog post, we’ll journey through time, … Read more
So, you’ve made it to Quarter 2! (and then some). And now you’re looking back on what sold the most and probably even what you should and shouldn’t be picking up again in the future. That’s what we’re doing today! I’ve collected the top ten reseller sales of the first quarter of 2023 to share … Read more
Years ago when I began my journey into reselling, I didn’t know what to expect under the umbrella of reselling platforms with all the options of listings and cross-listings. A lot of time has passed since then, and I now have a hefty handful of new knowledge that I apply to my current strategies, along … Read more
Dear Resellers of All Platforms! Do you ever find yourself dreaming of making sales in your sleep? Well, it’s not as far-fetched as you might think. With a little bit of planning and strategy, you can create a passive income stream that will allow you to grow your business and work smarter, not harder. As … Read more
Welcome to the new year and the new Rooted Drawers! As a reselling expert with six years of experience, I recognize the need to grow new branches while staying true to our roots. That’s why I’m committed to helping newbies in the reselling realm by sharing my knowledge and lending a hand. Related: I Changed … Read more
Hey all! Happy New Year and thanks for sticking around during this hiatus! Each and every one of you are appreciated and we’d like to start the year out with a bang. Stick around for a brand new contest that could win you a key piece of reselling gear! Now, who’s up for learning a … Read more
This post may seem controversial to some resellers out there, but my hope is that most of us are on the same page with this. There are MILLIONS of resellers in the world, especially clothing resellers (like myself). To be a little more precise, “a 2021 survey conducted among adults in the United States revealed that … Read more
Hey, fellow sellers across the web! Time is flying by and sales are picking up as school and college are right around the corner! Check out today’s post below to hear about why or why not you may want to start cross-listing to other platforms. Related: 3 Quick Tips to Listing Daily on Poshmark…When You’ve … Read more
Hey there fellow eBayers! In light of the most recent post all about traveling while reselling, I thought this may be something best to cover following it. Therefore, today I’d like to talk about the Vacation Mode option that you may or may not be aware of in your eBay store. Let’s get going! Related: … Read more
Hey there everyone! I’m hopeful you’re not having too bad a summer slow down so far! I know I am. *cringe* Today, I’d like to dive into what is still selling during summer slow down and what to be on the lookout for during yard sales, estate sales, and your favorite thrift stores of course. … Read more
Hey, there internet friends! Long time, no chat! Thanks for continuing to read and learn through my experiences! As of late, the sales have been flowing and the packages have been going! Listen in today on how I made only one small change in my activity as a reseller to open up the flood gates … Read more
Figuring out how to get to the top is what most of us resellers dream of doing, isn’t it? The road may be long, but it definitely clears up along the way! Today I’d like to talk about my lack of being present lately, the break I’ve taken from mental health, and (in a post … Read more
Have you been wondering how to increase your revenue without diving deeper into your already dug-out reseller pockets? Want to spend less on inventory and more time on selling what you already have in stock? Well! Guess what, I’ve got a tip for you and I think you’re really going to like it. Let’s jump … Read more
Hey everyone! I think it’s important to remember that honesty is the best policy. Not only does this apply to multiple areas of life, but it can also be applied quite often in our reselling businesses. We get all excited when our new shipment of inventory arrives, or perhaps we’ve made plans with a local … Read more
Happy New Year everyone! It’s that time again already, hard to believe! But that’s the cold hard truth…and I’m here today to tell you more of it. How often have you looked upon your clothes in your closet, (or closets), and discovered that you just simply, have nothing to wear?! I mean, this is like a … Read more
Hello there friends and fellow sellers of the online world! You’re probably in just as much disbelief as I was when I stumbled upon this number sold. I knew it had to be a serious amount, as I’ve been at it for a handful of years now. And although I keep good track of the … Read more
Ahh yes, you may have gotten a sneak peek of my recent mention of this company in the most previous post. If you’ve been following me for some time, you’ll know that I’ve been doing my fair share of dabbling among different wholesalers. However, I’ve been trying to stock up before the holidays, and while … Read more
Hey there everyone! My fellow resellers, eBay-ers, Poshers, and the like! Today I felt was a good day to talk about the 3 Ps of Reselling. What are they you may be asking yourself? Have you heard of them before? Do they make sense to you and your business? Let’s go over them in more … Read more
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!! I hope it is a beautiful time for you and your families. Thank you as always for being a part of this reselling community and returning to show your support. If you’ve been up and down in sales over the past year or so, it’s probably because 2020-present has been quite indifferent … Read more
Hey guys and ladies out there of the reselling world! Lately I’ve been ramping my store up to new heights with the holiday season approaching us, and wanted to relay some of the ways I’ve been handling this mass inflow of new overflowing inventory. It’s a bit hectic around my home office right now to … Read more
Hi there internet friends! I hope you are all well today. I’d like to go over what inflation means for resellers, and how we as small businesses, (or even large ones), are affected by it. Unfortunately, this is just something that occurs with time, however, there are a few ways to combat our current situations. Let’s … Read more
Hello hello, my wonderfully amazing interweb friends! Today I was talking with a subscriber about certain things that I usually choose to leave behind in the thrift. I do this for a handful of reasons and would like to go over those in a little more detail. I hope this helps you as well in … Read more
Hello all! Happy mid-Fall and early winter! I was thinking today about if most of us resellers like to list items in season or not and wanted to go over a little more of why I choose to list everything all year-round. Thanks for joining in again! Let’s dive in! Do You List According to … Read more
Hey, fellow resellers and reseller-ettes! Today, I’d like to touch on a few topics that go over how to deal with stale inventory, and what you can do to get unstuck. Making sales on a regular basis is crucial to our business as resellers, so even those stale items need to count for something, right? … Read more
Do you have an online store that you like to use for reselling? Perhaps you have an eBay or Amazon account, or maybe even a whole site of your own. Either way, after some time, you start to see what items are best to keep around, (and to continue sourcing), and what items are best … Read more
Hello everyone! Have you been feeling the autumn-ness about the weather as of late?! I love it! The leaves are beautiful, and the crisp, cool air. Oh I just look forward to it so much and now it’s finally here! With the Fall season comes good things for us resellers, as well. Finally, we have … Read more
Howdy, all! I hope everyone is killing at their reselling career so far. Being a reseller is no easy task. Although it can be a lot of self-perseverance and hard work, it’s sure to pay off in the end. Today, I’d like to talk about how many sales I get per day, and how you … Read more
