Used Furniture - Craigslist (2024)

FAQs

What to say when selling furniture? ›

Create an Accurate Description. The furniture you're selling is used, so no need to pretend it's in perfect condition. Be honest and provide up-close photos of any details the buyer should know about, such as small flaws, scratches or tears.

There are many platforms for selling second hand furniture, from Facebook Marketplace to eBay and Vinted. All of these platforms come with their own rules and fees, so it's important to do your research before settling on a selling platform.

Sell most furniture at 70-80% its original sale price.

This is considered industry standard, and is a reasonable guide for quality used furniture. Note, however, that this is just a baseline. You can tailor the price depending on a variety of other factors, as discussed below.

Use “furniture” in a sentence

I assisted her in moving the furniture. There is no furniture left in the room. We are thinking of buying some new furniture. What style of furniture would you like?

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How profitable is selling furniture? ›

For the unaware, the average gross profit margin for a retail furniture business is over 40%. But that figure drops between 3% to 6% after accounting for marketplace fluctuations pre-tax. Even so, there are ways to increase furniture profit margins.

Get an Appraisal

Going to a professional is always a safe bet. They're in the business for a reason. They know all the signs to look for, and even better, they can offer you a price for your piece.

If you're looking to bargain, point out any problems or flaws that you see with the piece. Start off with a low price, but be reasonable. Be willing to compromise if the seller isn't willing to lower the price more. However, if you aren't 100% set on the item, you can always check back later or walk away.

A sales message has the five main parts of any persuasive message. Use humor, novelty, surprise, or the unusual to get attention. Build interest by appealing to common needs and wants, and include a purpose statement to set up expectations.

One way to ensure your pitch is memorable is by blowing the listener or recipient's mind. You might do this by stating a fact that is counter-intuitive, demonstrating the product/service's best-selling point in a shocking way, telling an outlandish story, or emphasizing your product's most unique feature.

Asking sincere questions about the customer's needs and then listening creates trust. Most customers have a vague idea of what they want when they come in. Letting them express it verbally to you will often clarify their thinking. And you'll make them feel comfortable and not pressured.