People are already selling unwanted Christmas presents on eBay and Facebook Marketplace
DISAPPOINTED Brits have already started selling unwanted Christmas presents on Facebook marketplace and eBay.
Most people have experienced the disappointed feeling of opening a Christmas present that just doesn’t hit the mark.
But some feel so let down, that they’ve decided to sell their festive gifts.
Presents up for grabs include a crockery set, a PS5 Pro, a Pandora bracelet, and a Fortnum and Mason gift set.
The items have been listed under “unwanted Christmas gifts” on the social media site and uploaded all within the last 24 hours.
One user asked for £100 for the unwanted Pandora bracelet, while another was hoping to get £25 for a set of 10 bowls.
The Sun also spotted a range of other presents including unwanted gift cards and hampers.
Elsewhere on eBay, someone is selling a bundle of unwanted gifts for £5.
The haul includes a box of Malteaser truffles, some socks, and two tea towels.
Another seller was also flogging a range of fluffy socks, perfumes, and a decorative car for £30.
The move has upset some people on social media with one woman describing it as “rude”.
She wrote: “It’s 5pm on Christmas Day and I’ve already seen about 10 people putting items on here for sale saying ‘Unwanted Christmas gift’.
“I mean how rude, at least wait till after New Year. “
While another user said: “Absolutely incredible that you can go on ebay and search ‘Unwanted Christmas’ and there’s something like 6000 new entries for TODAY.
“Could you give it a day lads?”
TURNING UNWANTED ITEMS TO CASH
It is not uncommon for people to sell unwanted items that they won’t use on eBay or other websites to make extra cash.
In 2021, The Sun reported that some people were so unimpressed with their gifts that they decided to flog them still wrapped.
A similar story was also reported back in 2019, with one punter selling off a bundle of wrapped presents for £8.
It is worth noting that if you come across any wrapped present for sale, it could be a dud.
If you are ever unsure about an item it is always worth asking the seller for more images or details to avoid losing out on cash.
But if you are keen to sell any unwanted items over Christmas, it may be worth checking out our article on the top selling tips.
Top tips for selling on eBay
NEW to eBay? It's head of secondhand, Emma Grant, reveals how to optimise your listings:
- Use key words – eBay automatically filters listing titles for key words, so it’s crucial to use the terminology people search for – especially brand and product names.
- Choose the right category for your product – It might sound obvious but it’s important to always choose the most specific category to sell in.
- Pictures are important – Most users will not bid on items they cannot see. For best results, take photos in natural light against a neutral background and be honest about any scratches or damage to the item.
- Be as detailed as possible – Be honest about the condition of the product and be sure to note any wear and tear.
- Look at past sold items– eBay has a function that allows you to search for the item you want to sell and then filter the results by sold items. Here, you can view the price the item has sold for and get insight into how others have listed it.
- Selling Sundays – Get the timing right. The busiest time for buyers is Sunday evenings, so schedule your listings to end around that time. Opt for seven-day auctions to ensure the max number of bids. The longer your item is listed, the more chance of people seeing it, so unless it’s time-sensitive, pick seven days. December is the busiest month on eBay.
- Be realistic with pricing – Try searching for similar items on eBay, to make sure you’re going for the right price and always ask yourself “would I pay this price for this item?”
- Donate to charity – When listing your item, consider donating a percentage of the sale to a cause of your choice – from 10% to 100% – you can donate the funds raised from your item straight from the platform.