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My name is Ryan, and I'm a full time reseller, part time YouTuber, part time podcaster, a music nut, and an observer of ridiculous human behavior. I'll probably talk about all of that, but mostly about buying, and flipping, other people's junk! This podcast is all about my reselling journey. What's selling? Am I making any money? What's the latest tip or trick? And I'll also have updates and thoughts on various reselling topics that resellers might want to hear. And hopefully some guests too ...
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USPS announced their July Market Dominant Price changes, and Media Mail shippers are about to take a BIG hit. This despite nationwide service disruptions and delays. eBay announced a fee free fashion model in the UK for some sellers last week, and we'll discuss that as well. They're also selling their trading card vault to the company that owns PSA…
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When Should I Consider Going Full Time on eBay?
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This week's show has a huge what sold recap, reselling news from eBay and Amazon, and I'll dive into the process I followed when considering whether and when to go full time as a reseller. 1:33 What To Consider to Become Full Time as a Reseller 33:45 Reselling News 42:30 What Sold Amazon Delays Low Inventory Fee: https://sourcingjournal.com/topics/…
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In a stunning move Mercari is changing from seller fees to buyer fees, eliminating all selling fees, but starting to charge buyers a service fee. Get all the details right here! Fee Article on ModernRetail: https://www.modernretail.co/operations/mercari-eliminates-selling-fees-heightening-competition-with-thredup-poshmark/ Updated Fee Structure on …
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We cover a little reselling news this week with Etsy once again messing around with seller settings without permission, eBay expanding their consignment categories, Amazon upgrading login security, and USPS removing another country from their service. Etsy Settings Issue: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/C/abblog/blog.pl?/pl/2024/3/1710277347.html Am…
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eBay's Spring Seller Check In was full of interesting announcements, and in this week's episode I'm diving into all of them! They're also updating their privacy policy, and announcing a new executive. Amazon is also in the news with an update to their seller financing program. I do mention that I was going to link to the application for the new Pre…
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eBay announced their 4th Quarter and 2023 Year End results, and we'll take a quick look at them, and at how some of the different sites tried to spin them. Amazon sent many sellers an erroneous email that had them scared about their business. And in the what sold segment I'll spend some time talking about how I and another seller found different wa…
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Etsy is attempting to make it's site more secure, and to rightsize it's seller roster by making some major changes to their onboarding process. They're also messing about with your shipping profiles, launching a loyalty program, and announced their 2023 and Q4 earnings! We'll also look at the possible beginning of the end of eBay's NFT venture. The…
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eBay hit us with the Winter Seller Update today, and in this Special Episode I'll hit the high, and low, points, and give my thoughts on it. Update Summary: https://www.ebay.com/sellercenter/resources/seller-updates/2024-winter Fee Change Summary: https://www.ebay.com/sellercenter/resources/seller-updates/2024-winter/financials#fees Tools Summary: …
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This week I'll take you through eBay's ongoing legal woes, some updates at eBay, a messaging problem at Etsy, return concerns at Amazon and more. I'll also give you last week's best sales, including some remarkable DVD sales! eBay Legal Issue: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/C/blog/blog.pl?/pl/2024/2/1707804473.html eBay Streetwear Authentication Up…
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On this week's show we'll discuss the ongoing proliferation of scams on Etsy, a new Postal Zone coming in July, trouble for eBay in the Trading Card World and more in the Reselling News, and then recap the best items that sold here at the Galaxy last week! Etsy Scammers: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2024/02/06/scammers-are-treating-etsy-like-an-a…
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I'm back after a short break with big news from eBay, Amazon, Etsy and more! We'll discuss eBay's latest fine, Amazon's big year, changes at eBay and Etsy, along with the ever growing layoffs in and around the tech world. And then we'll catch up with a big what sold recap! eBay $59 Million Settlement: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-680637…
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I talk regularly about the importance of maintaining our mental health, so this week I'm putting my show where my mouth is and announcing a brief hiatus! My Website: https://linktr.ee/galaxycdsrocksMy Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GalaxyCDS I'…
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A new Department of the Treasury reporting requirement went into effect on Jan. 1, in this episode we'll look at whether or not it effects some resellers. There's also an announcement of a new Amazon competitor from FedEx, and the DOJ case against eBay for their harassment of the Steiner couple who run E-Commerce Bytes finally, mostly, winds down. …
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A huge episode this week with updates from Amazon, eBay, the USPS, and Etsy, a deep dive into a look at what is going wrong at Etsy, and a massive what sold segment! USPS Updates: https://support.pirateship.com/en/articles/8780459-2024-usps-rates-go-live-january-21st?utm_campaign=usps2024rates1&utm_medium=email&utm_source=intercom Q4 Recap: https:/…
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Merry Christmas Galaxians! Just a few updates this week with Shipping Charge changes at Mercari coming, a new FBA Metric at Amazon, USPS adding new distribution facilities, and an update on the sale of that rare African Mask. Mercari Update: https://www.mercari.com/us/help_center/article/169/ FBA Metric Update: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/1…
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Big news from Etsy this week as they announce a significant layoff and I'll discuss what, if any impact that might have on sellers, Poshmark rolls out gift cards, and eBay announces some changes to search for 2024. Oh, and some what sold! Etsy Layoffs Announcement: https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/etsy-lays-off-225-employees-ceo-says-timi…
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In the last week Amazon has made multiple announcements, adding new FBA fees for sellers, and dropping PayPal's Venmo, while Mercari has added a new lower cost shipping option for light items. And oh yeah, I sold some stuff! Amazon Drops Venmo: https://www.retaildive.com/news/amazon-drops-venmo-users/701952/ Amazon FBA Fee Changes: https://www.ecom…
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This week finds eBay and Etsy trying some new things, with mixed results, Amazon reporting great sales for third party sellers, and me once again trying to explain why I love, and make money, selling in the media category. eBay Updates International Shipping Program: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/C/blog/blog.pl?/pl/2023/11/1701399839.html eBay Exp…
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A couple of quick news updates this week with the IRS delaying the 1099-K again and the holiday season kicks off with a big Black Friday! I'll also go over some items I sold here at the Galaxy this week, and recap how November has been a record setter before it's even over! My Summer Slowdown Tips Episode: https://youtu.be/D9yQTMlqQF4 IRS Delays 10…
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Answering Your Book and Reselling Questions, Reselling News and More!
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This week I'll tackle listener/viewer submitted questions about book selling, reselling, ice cream, and more! We've got news from eBay, Poshmark, and USPS, and a double dip of what sold! Tom Buck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomBuck Samson Q2U Mic Kit: https://amzn.to/40HwOBT or Mic Only: https://amzn.to/46opjkD eBay Holiday News: https://com…
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It's time for another Q&A episode, so if you've got questions feel free to send them my way! email: galaxycds@gmail.com Instagram @galaxycdsrocks YouTube Community Tab: https://www.youtube.com/@GalaxyCDSRocks/community My Website: https://linktr.ee/galaxycdsrocksMy Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy…
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This week we'll discuss a quiet change to some USPS programs used by places like Pirate Ship that will result in some massive price hikes, I'll bring you eBay and Etsy Q3 results, and they're rather dismal Q4 projections, and we'll talk about Poshmark's Secondhand Sunday! Then we'll wrap things up with a sweet what sold segment! Stealthy USPS Incre…
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American's have racked up huge levels of credit card debt, and are paying massive amounts of interest, in this episode we'll discuss the effect that may have on holiday, and 2024 sales. We've also got shipping updates from Etsy and eBay, and some cool sales from last week! American's In Debt: https://www.eseller365.com/credit-card-debt-130-billion-…
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This week on the show eBay listens to sellers, Bonanza does not (so far) and USPS announces the end of the 1st Class Package grace period. Plus we'll cover a interesting week of selling here at the Galaxy and the importance of cross listing to multiple platforms.eBay Delays Category Updates to 2024: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/10/27/ebay-de…
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This week we'll take a look at Poshmark's announcement that they're shutting down 3 international branches, and we've got some news from Mercari and eBay as well. Plus a big recap with some amazing book sales! Poshmark Announcement: https://blog.poshmark.com/2023/10/19/a-letter-from-the-ceo-an-update-on-international-marketplaces/ Mercari Beta List…
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This week we'll cover some great new features coming to Poshmark, some changes happening and others delayed at eBay, and some news from USPS. I'll also recap some pretty solid sales in the weekly what sold segment. Poshmark Features: https://blog.poshmark.com/2023/10/13/icymi-poshfest-2023-features-announcement/ eBay UPS/FedEx Label Charge Update D…
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This week we'll take a look at a case in France of a secondhand seller that bought an item for $157 that ultimately sold for $4.4 MILLION and discuss if, or where, an ethical profit limit should apply. We've also got updates from eBay, the USPS, and more. Rare Art Sale Issue: https://news.artnet.com/art-world/french-court-sides-with-couple-after-an…
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Last week saw big legal issues for both eBay and Amazon as the Federal Government sued both of them. Will also quickly cover eBay Open along with some updates from Mercari, Etsy, USPS and more. And as ever I sell a bunch of books! FTC Sues Amazon: https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/26/tech/ftc-sues-amazon-antitrust-monopoly-case/index.html eBay Sued for C…
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Today eBay dropped the Fall Seller Update, and in this episode I'll cover all the key points you need to know! My Website: https://linktr.ee/galaxycdsrocksMy Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GalaxyCDS I've created a series of Reselling Logs, which you can see on Amazon! ht…
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This week I'll continue my discussion on selling books without using Amazon, and share some thoughts on resellers telling other resellers they're doing it wrong. We'll also cover reselling news from USPS, Amazon, Mercari, and Facebook, along with a pretty spectacular flip of the week! Katey Reads Video: https://youtu.be/0gxYUab4lYQ?si=GlfFAMqHy2TMf…
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In this episode we'll take a look into a recent article on eCommerce Bytes discussing the role of eBay influence over Youtube Content Creators who cover eBay, as well as eBay's new Luxury Consignment option, and a new warehousing offer from Amazon. I've also got some sweet, sweet sales to cover, including some pretty valuable paperbacks, and a rema…
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Back after a week off with lots of reselling news, mostly incoming fee hikes from banks, shippers, and more. A quick commentary on the state of reselling, and a look at some pretty remarkable book sales over the last 2 weeks! Visa Mastercard Fee Hike: https://www.eseller365.com/marketplace-sellers-rising-credit-card-fees/ Ebay Changing Fed Ex UPS F…
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This week I'll take on some questions submitted by you, my loyal listeners, about books, processes, sourcing and more! Plus a couple of reselling news updates and a pretty big what sold update! Enjoy! Amazon Finally Adds USPS Ground Advantage: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/08/25/amazon-adds-usps-ground-advantage-as-a-shipping-option/ UPS Team…
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This week sees an announcement of a fee increase at Amazon, expansion of Amazon's Sponsored Item Program, the new features with Etsy's Make an Offer, Updates to the Depop Seller Protection Program, and a UK Jewel thief who turns out to be a truly terrible reseller. Amazon Q4 FBA Fee Hike: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/C/abblog/blog.pl?/pl/2023/8/1…
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Amazon gets their turn under the unrelenting glare of the BBC that Etsy experienced, and with similar results! We've also got additional updates from Amazon, eBay and Etsy, along with a massive what sold segment!Amazon Holding Funds in EU/UK: https://www.bbc.com/news/business-66437327Amazon Releases Those Funds But Promises to Hold Them Again Later…
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Etsy & Amazon 2nd Quarter Results, Etsy Responds to Payment Reserve Issue Reseller Talk Podcast Ep 212
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Hot off of eBay's results both Etsy and Amazon shared their 2nd Quarter performance, and now I'm sharing them with you! Etsy has responded to the payment reserve situation, and both Etsy and Amazon have some updates coming down the pipe. All that and more sold items in this week's show! Etsy Payment Reserve Response: https://community.etsy.com/t5/A…
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This week on the show we take a long look at all the drama going on with Etsy and their various tests, and the massive disruptions they're causing with their payment reserves. We've also got a couple of news updates for eBay and Bonanza, along with some sweet, sweet book sales! Etsy Destroying Sellers With Payment Reserves: https://www.bbc.com/news…
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A special mid-week edition of the show with eBay dropping their Q2 results, UPS averting a strike, and some interesting USPS news.eBay Results: https://www.eseller365.com/ebay-financial-report-2023-q3/UPS and The Teamsters Avert a Strike: https://www.eseller365.com/ups-teamsters-reach-tentative-agreement-2023/USPS Ends Service Refunds to Alaska/Haw…
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It's been quite the week here at the Galaxy, so let's discuss my storm damage and losses. We've also got reselling news updates from Etsy, eBay, Amazon and Poshmark, and some sweet sales! eBay Revamps Trading Card Conditions: https://www.ebay.com/sellercenter/selling/selling-trading-cards eBay Cracking Down on Bad International Sellers: https://www…
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Amazon had a big day, Etsy and eBay are both growing various programs and options, and USPS prepares to pick up the slack if UPS walks the picket line. Plus some what sold, and a rant!Prime Day is Huge: https://www.cnn.com/2023/07/13/business/prime-day-shopping-numbers/index.htmlEtsy Expands Make an Offer: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/07/13/…
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A slow week for sales, and for news, with the holiday last week. We've got some quick updates from Vendoo, Google, eBay and the FTC, and a few interesting sales to look at. USPS Ground Advantage Explained Video: https://youtu.be/un7wCFjI32c Vendoo Adds Sale Detection and Delete: https://blog.vendoo.co/vendoo-announces-a-new-feature-sale-detection-a…
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Reseller Talk Podcast Ep 207 Amazon To Hold Unverified Seller Funds and Other Reselling News
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This week we take a look at still more impacts of the INFORM Act on Amazon, more advertising shenanigans at Etsy, and a pretty hefty what sold recap! Amazon Funds Hold: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/06/26/amazon-to-hold-funds-of-unverified-sellers-starting-july-7/ Etsy Shop Shutdown Story: https://www.dailydot.com/news/etsy-shuts-down-owners-…
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A Special Mid-Week update episode with in depth coverage of the upcoming USPS changes and the eBay Summer Seller Update!eBay USPS Update: https://community.ebay.com/t5/Announcements/USPS-introduces-the-new-ground-shipping-service-USPS-Ground/ba-p/33836509eBay Summer Seller Update: https://www.ebay.com/sellercenter/resources/seller-updates/2023-summ…
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A lot going on in the news this week, with Mercari and Etsy making changes, resale sites working with retailers to combat stolen item reselling, and more FTC action against Amazon. Also, I sell a bunch of stuff! Last week's Tips Show: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/FFfFU0EiVAb Mercari Adds 4x6 Labels: https://www.mercari.com/us/help_center/ar…
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Summer Slowdown has hit with full effect, and this week I'll go over five things I'm doing to try to combat it. We've also got reselling news from eBay, Etsy, Poshmark, and more, along with a tidy little what sold recap! eBay Authentication for Kids Sneakers: https://community.ebay.com/t5/Announcements/Introducing-Authenticity-Guarantee-for-kids-sn…
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A big news week with Mercari and Venmo teaming up, John Legend working with Etsy, and updates from eBay and Amazon, along with a nice what sold and a Neat Mic update! Use this link to save 15% off at my eBay Sale: https://www.ebay.com/sme/galaxycdsrocks/Extra-15-off/so.html?_soffType=CodedCouponOffer&_soffid=yXrZhCx-SpbpD8o8-qntVw%253D%253D&mkcid=1…
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Reseller Talk Podcast Ep 202 eBay Expands Authentication, Etsy Updates Listing Form and More
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This week's show features some updates over at Etsy, a big addition to the eBay Authentication Program and other news from eBay, an update on my shipping issues, and a handful of sold items! Etsy Needs More Info From Some Sellers: https://community.etsy.com/t5/Technical-Issues/Heads-up-Some-sellers-will-need-to-review-their-business-info/m-p/142331…
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This week I'll share my top 5 sources for books to sell on eBay and Etsy, we'll have a couple of reselling news items and a quick what sold recap! Seller Metrics and More Coming From eBay: https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/05/25/traffic-data-and-metrics-are-coming-to-ebay/ My Website: https://linktr.ee/galaxycdsrocks My YouTube: https://www.yo…
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Let's Talk Fashion and Poshmark With Annette from Excess Bagagge! Reseller Talk Podcast Ep 200
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A fantastic show for Episode #200! I'm joined for a great conversation by Annette from Excess Bagagge! A trained fashion designer who left the corporate world to begin selling on Poshmark, and has a terrific website, Instagram, and TikTok presence where she show us everything we need to know about authenticating, repairing and reconditioning, and s…
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This week's show features a pretty massive what sold update, and a discussion on why, and how, I make my living selling books but NOT selling on Amazon. We've also got reselling news from Etsy, eBay, Google and the USPS. Etsy Scammers and Fakes: https://www.washingtonpost.com/home/2023/05/17/etsy-dropshipping-knockoffs/ eBay Summer Check In: https:…
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