Most of us likely have things sitting around our house that have no use.
Say youve got empty boxes or broken electronics.
Can you make money off of those?
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In the beautiful world of eBay, there is always opportunity.
Well show you how.
The Weird and Profitable World of eBay
Welcome to the wonders of eBay.
Below is a list of just some of of the most bizarre objects that actually sell on eBay.
Empty Boxes
OK, OK, we know youre already in disbelief.
But its trueeven used cardboard boxes do sell, and you could stand to make a steep profit.
This new listing offers 25used 15 x 11 shipping boxesfor $29.99.
That might be worth a trip to the local grocery store to pick up some spares.
That said, high-end designer boxes are the things that really sell well.
This large Louis Vuitton gift box islisted for $54on eBay.
Imagine making a little money off of your Christmas gift.
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And if you want to make more money, considerrecycling some of those leftover boxes.
Cords
Chances are you have at least a few of these laying around the house.
Maybe you have so many that it’s possible for you to afford to get rid of a few.
On eBay,you may not make a profit, but youll almost certainly break even.
To give you an example, this usedApple lightning to USB chargeris selling for as much as $14.99.
And dont stop at the obvious, like phone chargers.
ThisNintendo Gamecube AC adapter and cordcould net you $10.79 on eBay.
Anything thats wiry and plugs into a wall or electronic machine can probably get you some extra money.
If you have any left over, try puttingone in your winter emergency car kit.
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Instruction Manuals
Have you ever had your washing machine break and searched the entire house for the manual?
It must be here somewhere, you think.
But in the end, you come up dry.
These are just a few of the reasons why someone might want to buy your old manuals.
Yes, we mean it.
ThisBosch dishwasher manual, for example, is selling for $9.99.
This vintage1958 Goliath Owners manualis listed at $17.48.
(The same is true for car manualsthe older, the better.
This1997 Toyota T100 owners manualstarts at $29.39.)
Installation CDs/Drivers
If youre into vintage technology, this is a good category for you.
Remember those old desktop software CDs?
If you have those lying around, you’re free to make a pretty penny.
This SlackwareLinux install CDis going for $14.95 whilethis vintage Apple Macintosh system installcould net you $10.99.
These pods make great coffee and can also make you major dollars.
If youre prone to overbuying K-cups, this could be a real moneymaker for you.
A set of 108Italian Garibaldi single-serve brewersis currently listed for $39.35.
If you want to make reselling K-cup pods your business, we recommend selling them in bulk.
If you have even more than you know what to do with,read our tips for reusing K-cups.
My Coke Codes Rewards
This might be the most surprising item on this list sell your old bottle caps.
There is a catch.
This bag of100 My Coke Rewardsplastic bottle caps is selling for $10.99.
We say start drinking soda stat.
Box Tops for Education
Want to give back to local schools eventually and make some money?
Then collect Box Tops for Education.
Gift Cards
Heres an eternal dilemma: Youve gotten a gift card to a place you dont like.
You could regift it…or sellit on eBay, among other things.
If youve already cashed in a bit on the card, dont worry.
Someone can still purchase your partially used cards.
You probably wont get the full value of the card, but you could likely get close to it.
you’re free to also offer free shipping and instead email the buyer the code and PIN.
But some buyers will want the physical card.
Keep in mind you oughta be exact about how much is on the card.
Remotes
Broken television but your remote control still works?
Consider selling your old remote.
verify you list the specific make and model of the TV so people know which remote theyre getting.
Replacement remoteslike this onefor all Samsung televisions orLG productsgo for around $5.
If you have stuff from the 2000s or 1990s, youll really be in luck.
Thats what collectors want.
ThisMitsubishi vintage remote controlis listed at $14.95.
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Broken Electronics/Appliances
If its not broken, dont fix it.
Except maybe dont fix it even if it is broken?
Its a twist on the old adage, because you might sell broken electronics and appliances on eBay.
Craft Supplies
Are you a big crafter?
Do you find yourself scrapbooking or trying to stitch a dress by hand?
If so, then you may have scraps of fabric lying around that you might want to sell.
Before you toss out antique lace or other sewing materials, take a peek at the listings on eBay.
Discontinued Products
Is your child dying to get their hands on a toy that is no longer made?
Do you want to find something that hearkens back to your childhood?
If youre thinking specifically of selling old toys, we have some tips for you.
Large Pine Cones
A walk through your backyard might yield you your next sale on eBay.
you could sell pine cones.
Yes, you heard it here first.
Aset of 25 red pine conescan get you as much as $16.95.
Sell it on eBay!
(Its become a common refrain now.)
This set of48 empty toilet paper rollsis selling for $24.99.
We can hardly believe it.
And if you want to have more ways to repurpose your toilet paper rolls,we have other ideas.
Now theres a use for those samples.
In fact, some stores even routinely give them out.
Sell them and give someone else a little joy in their day.
Dentures
I know, were shuddering just thinking about it too, but dentures actually sell on eBay.
These dentures,branded vintage, are listed for $19.99.
Start collecting or reselling.
Everyone wants to partake in that luxury, if even for just a second.
So once you finish that bottle of perfume, consider selling it empty.
5 French-made glass bottleis currently selling for $24.95.
If youve amassed a collection, think about selling your vintage perfume bottles as a group.
This group alone ofthree vintage glass perfume bottlesis listed for $16.40.
Be sure to list any specifics in terms of the name, date, volume/issue number and condition.
This information will help someone seeking a specific issue.
Consider selling even catalogs, especially vintage ones.
This set ofvintage Gourmet magazinesfrom 1991 are selling for $24.99.
Old Coffee Mugs
Your pantry is brimming with coffee mugs.
Cant possibly fit another?
Old coffee mugs can be sold on eBay because someone somewhere might be looking for the one you have.
People like to replace their favorite items if they break or wear out.
Your mug doesnt necessarily need to be a collectible to sell.
Some of the most popular coffee mugs are old Starbucks mugs.
This vintage Starbucks mug OK, its from 2007 isselling for $5.58on eBay.
Next time youre walking around a thrift store, check out the mug section.
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