Selling second-hand as a duo: splitting the roles without stepping on each other
Two people isn't twice as fast by default. The four jobs to divide up, the rule about money, and the three things to agree on in writing before you start.
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Strategies, guides and advice to turn your passion for second-hand into a profitable business.
Insurance and liability for second-hand sellers: what actually covers you
Stock at home, a lost parcel, a buyer complaint: the three risk zones and the questions to ask before something goes wrong.
Selling at flea markets and online: how to combine both without burning out
Two channels, two buying mindsets. What sells off a stall, what should stay online, and how to never sell the same piece twice.
Restarting your second-hand business in September: the three-week plan
Back-to-school season is the second-best window of the year, right behind January. The three-week plan to get going again without it eating your days.
A second-hand seller's kit: what really earns its keep, what gathers dust
Buying too early costs money, buying nothing costs hours. The three equipment tiers, their thresholds, and the four purchases that just gather dust.
Going on holiday when you sell second-hand: preparing your absence (2026)
A planned absence costs a two-week dip in your stats. An improvised one costs negative reviews for six months. The complete protocol.
Delegating when your second-hand business overflows: who to hand what (2026)
The ceiling of the job isn't demand, it's physical. Which tasks to pull off your schedule, in what order, and the maths that tells you if it pays off.
Building buyer loyalty in second-hand: turning a sale into a repeat customer (2026)
Bringing a buyer back takes one message; finding a new one takes visibility. The five levers that turn a one-off sale into a loyal customer base.
Selling second-hand internationally: what really changes (2026)
Opening up abroad multiplies your audience by five, but it changes fees, delivery times and dispute handling. What to sort out before you tick the box.
Opening your own second-hand online shop: when to take the leap (2026)
Leaving the marketplaces for your own shop shouldn't be decided on a craving for independence. Three measurable signals, a real cost, and the mistake that sinks most projects.
Organising your second-hand stock at home: the method that avoids chaos (2026)
Twenty minutes to find a jacket that just sold is the symptom of stock that grew faster than its storage. Four zones, a numbering system, a routine.
Working out your second-hand margin: the number that tells you if your business holds up (2026)
Selling 1,400 euros' worth says nothing about what you keep. Real cost price, margin per piece, hourly margin and break-even point, with worked examples.
Seasonality in second-hand: anticipate the lulls, explode on the peaks (2026)
Three weeks without a sale doesn't mean you're doing it wrong. The real calendar of a seller's year: four lulls, three peaks, and what to do with each.
Learning second-hand selling: course, self-taught or mentoring in 2026
Three ways to learn the second-hand seller's trade. What each one really costs, in money and in time, and in what order to string them together.
Organising your week as a second-hand seller: the routine that lasts (2026)
Is your business moving in fits and starts? The weekly time-block routine to stay consistent, go the distance and run your shop without burning out.
Setting realistic sales goals in second-hand (2026 method)
Aim accurately rather than high: the step-by-step method to set reachable revenue and sales targets, track your progress and not lose heart.
Beginner mistakes to avoid when starting out as a second-hand seller (2026)
Slashed prices, stock that won't move, forgotten legal status: the 7 mistakes that drag down early days in resale, and how to fix them before they cost you weeks.
Finding your niche to sell second-hand: the 2026 method
Specialising changes everything. The 5-step method to pick a profitable niche, stand out and become a go-to name in your field.
Managing your accounts as a second-hand seller: the practical 2026 guide
Income log, commission tracking, expenses to watch and the right tools: organise your books without giving up your evenings and finally know your real margin.
Starting out in second-hand with no upfront budget: the 2026 method
No capital to start? This is exactly the business where that matters least. The method to launch without investing and build a catalogue with no risk.
Which legal status to sell second-hand: sole trader, thresholds and declaring in 2026
Is your business ramping up? We separate occasional selling from professional selling, decode the thresholds and explain when and how to register with peace of mind.
Second-hand seller business plan: where to start
Before you launch, put the numbers down: business model, margin per piece, break-even and revenue target. The method to turn your hobby into a real business.
Selling on several second-hand platforms: the multi-channel strategy in 2026
Relying on Vinted alone holds you back. How to list your pieces across several platforms to sell faster, without spreading yourself thin or double-selling.
Looking after your seller reputation on Vinted: reviews, trust and steady sales
Your reviews sell as much as your photos. How to build a solid reputation that reassures buyers and brings the sales back.
The skills of a good second-hand seller (and how to build them)
Sourcing, pricing, photography, listings, buyer relations, organisation: the 7 key skills to succeed in second-hand, and how to develop them.
Second-hand seller training: where to start in 2026
What a second-hand selling course really gives you, and where to start to train seriously in 2026, without the hype.
A side income with Vinted: how much you can earn in 2026
How much it really brings in per month, the realistic tiers and the method to top up your income on Vinted, without the hype.
Switching careers into second-hand: where to start in 2026
What's realistic, the possible models and the concrete steps to make second-hand your new line of work, without skipping stages.
Becoming a pro seller on Vinted: the full journey in 2026
Skill-building, choosing your model, legal status, moving to volume: the complete path to becoming a professional seller on Vinted, step by step.
Making a living from second-hand: is it possible and how to go about it
Side income or full-time job? What's realistic, the possible models and the concrete steps to get into resale in 2026.
Selling branded clothes on Vinted: the guide to maximise your sales
The brands that sell best, authentication, pricing: the complete method to sell your branded clothes on Vinted and get the most from every sale.
Selling shoes on Vinted: the complete 2026 guide
Pricing, photos, condition and shipping: the complete method to sell your used shoes on Vinted and close more sales.
Vinted sourcing: where to find clothes to resell in 2026
Thrift stores by the kilo, dress swaps, bulk lots, clearance and consignment: the best sources and the method to calculate your margin before you buy.
Vinted Pro: the guide to the professional account in 2026
Who needs to go pro, legal obligations, benefits, fees and tax: everything to understand about the Vinted professional account.
Vinted disputes: the seller's guide to handling them calmly
Item not as described, parcel not received, refund request: how to react, which proof protects you and how to avoid disputes.
Boosting your Vinted sales: going from 10 to 100 sales a month
Listing volume, photos, pricing, re-listing and tools: the concrete roadmap to scale your Vinted sales.
Negotiating on Vinted: handling offers like a pro
Replying to an offer, making a counter-offer, proposing a bundle, nudging the likers: the method to negotiate on Vinted without underselling yourself.
Consignment or Vinted: which to choose when starting out?
Torn between selling yourself on Vinted or handing your clothes to a pro? A numbers comparison, buyer profiles, and a hybrid strategy.
How to price your items on Vinted
Too high, your piece sits; too low, you lose your margin. The 4-step method to set the right price on Vinted, and the levers to sell without underselling.
How to ship a Vinted parcel: complete 2026 guide
Who pays the postage, where to find your label, the QR code at the drop-off point, packaging and timeframes: everything to ship stress-free on Vinted.
645,000 French people already live off it: the truth about Vinted reselling
645,000 established sellers, 260 million sales combined. What those who succeed actually do, and how to join them.
Online clothing consignment: how it works in 2026
How it works, the platforms, commissions and how to become a pro seller: the complete guide to online clothing consignment.
What to sell on Vinted in 2026: the most profitable niches and brands
Categories, brands, underused niches and seasonality: everything to pick the pieces that sell fast and well on Vinted.
Vinted descriptions: how to write a listing that sells (2026 template)
Structure, keywords, templates by category and mistakes to avoid: the guide to writing descriptions that convert.
How to price your items on Vinted: method and pricing grid 2026
The market-price method, a grid by brand tier, a gradual markdown strategy and pricing for consignment.
Sourcing second-hand clothes: where to find stock to resell
Local consignment, thrift stores, bulk lots, car-boot sales: a comparison of the 5 stock sources and why consignment wins.
Selling bundles on Vinted: the complete guide to maximise your sales
Profitable bundle types, pricing, the ideal mix and a consignment strategy to shift stock that's sitting still.
Vinted training: the 2026 comparison to become a pro seller
Which Vinted course to choose? Price, content, support: we compare the options available in 2026 to get started in consignment.
Becoming a pro seller on Vinted: complete 2026 guide
Sole-trader status, activating Vinted Pro, the micro-BIC tax regime: every step to become a professional seller on Vinted.
Making money on Vinted: how much and how in 2026
How much can you really earn on Vinted? Concrete numbers, pricing strategies and income tiers for 2026.
How to find your first consignors for Vinted consignment
Your inner circle, social media, your neighbourhood: the concrete methods to build your stock without investing, through consignment.
Vinted photos: 8 tips for listings that sell
Lighting, neutral background, angles, styling: the photo techniques that multiply your sales on Vinted.
Launching your second-hand resale business: the step-by-step guide
From choosing your business model to your first sale: the complete action plan to get started in second-hand in 2026.
Vinted consignment: what commission to set in 2026
A commission grid, arguments to convince your consignors and mistakes to avoid when setting the right consignment rate.
Living off Vinted in 2026: an action plan from 0 to 1,500 €/month
A concrete 5-step plan to go from an occasional seller to a professional generating a steady income on Vinted.
Vinted consignment: the model nobody explains
How to offer a consignment service on Vinted, set your commissions and structure your business without any personal stock.
Micro-entrepreneur on Vinted: 2026 tax guide
Declaration thresholds, the micro-BIC regime, URSSAF contributions: everything you need to sell legally on Vinted in 2026.
Avoiding a Vinted ban: 7 fatal mistakes
The traps that lead to account suspension and the best practices to stay in line with Vinted's terms of service.
Re-listing on Vinted: why the algorithm rewards active sellers
Understand how the Vinted algorithm works and use strategic re-listing to maximise your visibility.
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