Do you get dings on your account for not uploading any tracking?

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Great question! You don’t get a seller defect for not uploading tracking as long as you mark your item as "shipped". The only thing that would be affected by not uploading tracking is that you could lose top rated seller status(if you even have it). Top Rated Seller status requires 95% percent of your items to have tracking uploaded and validated). Personally, I don’t obsess about top rated seller status much anymore. The program honestly isn’t as great as it used to be, and I don’t see any difference in search visibly like eBay claims (I’m currently rated above standard which is one step below Top Rated). Back in the day you used to get a 20% discount on final values fees if you were Top Rated. They took that away. You can still get a 10% discount if you meet the Top Rated Plus standards (which is a step above top rated), but you only get the discount on items that are listed with a 1 day handling time, plus 30 day free returns. That being said, I no longer actually ship postcards with just a stamp. Ebay recently opened a new shipping program specifically for postcards, trading cards, coins, and stamps. It’s awesome because its actually cheaper to ship with versus a stamp (it costs 51 cents), it’s insured, and includes tracking! I only ship my postcards this way now. If you’re not familiar with the Standard Envelope yet, I actually made a video showing how to use it. You can view it here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/mWl7yNOpgpe0lqg.html

@patiencezero-xc9zl

Жыл бұрын

You don't get demerits for not uploading tracking. It helps but cannot hurt you.

@Gamerszone255

Жыл бұрын

​@@CoachCommerceI have avaible limited stock postcard from Pakistan

@greendoorinvestments

4 ай бұрын

besides shopping, what would you change if you made this video today?

This is, I think, the most complete A to Z postcard selling video available. It covers basic postcard sells from sourcing to shipping in a single episode.

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the awesome review Bill! I appreciate your support!

Thank you! Loved this idea!!!!

Another Great to the Point Video ! Like your style.

Excellent information, thank you.

nice. great stuff! Thanks for the tips!

You are a amazing person for making this video! Thank you so much!

Thanks for the great info.

Great info! Just subscribed, love your postcard stuff.

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub and the compliment! I love selling postcards because they are interesting and listing & shipping them is such a simple process. Plus, they take up almost no storage space. They're one of my favorite items to list on eBay!

Hi Justin, I watch you all the time. Thank you for your informative videos. They have helped me so much!

Thanks so much for this video. I've been selling off my mom's collection for the past couple of years and I realize from watching that even though I'm not a beginner, I'm still incredibly slow in listing each card compared to you. I've been discouraged that it's taking me so long! You've inspired me to be much more aggressive and I'm going to try a few of your strategies. For those interested i've sold a total of 388 cards with a total profit on those of $3829 after ebay fees, shipping costs, etc. Oh and thanks for the tips on the envelopes! I've been cutting cardstock to put in front/back of the card in a regular envelope- your way definitely saves a step!

@a1ntcry1noveru

Жыл бұрын

Do you find that every card you list sells? No matter the subject on front, time period or area? I want to try to do this but I don’t want to find that I’ve bought postcards no one cares to buy. But if everything sells eventually, that gives me more courage

@user-ks1yn7tq3d

Жыл бұрын

@@a1ntcry1noveru I would love to know this answer too! :)

Thanks a lot, I love the way you explain things in a very simple way. Best regards

Awesome information! Thank you

Thank you Coach!!! 💎

Thanks! Great video. I am going to try listing some postcards. You have inspired me.

Coach you are just adding knowledge and ideas in to my head! Thanks a bunch sir!

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

you're welcome!

Great video!

Thanks for the information, it was very comprehensive & useful.

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

I keep my cards in the boxes they came in. I order them in bags of 50, sleeve them, and put a number on each card. So my SKU ends up being something like A-1-1 (Box A, bag 1, card 1). That's a lot cheaper than buying boxes to put them in.

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

That's very smart! It definitely would be hard to build a postcard store without a sku system. I'm glad that you have a great system that works for you! And saving money is always a plus!

so glad i found your channel, enjoying your videos very much. Thank you.!!

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Teresa! You made my day! Glad you’re enjoying my channel.

So glad I stumbled upon this video. Thank you for this very detailed instruction on how you sell postcards. I’m going to attempt to do some myself. I’m not sure if you’ll revisit this comment section, but if so, I was wondering do you find that every card you list sells? No matter the subject on the front, time period or area? I don’t want to find that I’ve bought postcards no one cares to buy. But if everything sells eventually, that gives me more courage. Been also thinking about buying and reselling vintage photos. Will look into that research as well. Hopefully someone out there has a detailed video on that like you!

Great video! I have a medium size collection that I have been wanting to start to sell on ebay. Thanks for the links to sleeves, envelopes and scanner! (And in another video to the ebay standard envelope labels!)

Thanks. Gonna look for post cards at flea markets soon

Awesome video! Seriously great job! Start to finish!

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark! I appreciate your feedback. Selling Postcards is a lot of fun, and it’s fairly easy once you get the hang of it. Good luck with your selling!

Great tips!

Thank You for a very detailed vid, it was very helpful.

@CoachCommerce

Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome Carole!

Super informative and great info. Never considered post cards but I am new to eBay so basically have just sold items from in home inventory.

Great Video 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Thanks, Justin. Great stuff. I just started collecting, buying and selling postcards. Your video is very helpful. Appreciate your hard work on this video.

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm glad I could help. Postcards are such a fun hobby. Plus, by selling them on eBay, it's a hobby that you can profit from as well!

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this tutorial. You are so thorough and your explanations were clear. Thank you again.

@CoachCommerce

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help Robin! Good luck with your future eBay sales! ~ Justin

Ohh the organization and sku system priceless!

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Sku's are what makes selling postcards work. Otherwise, you'd never find them!

Thank you for your video. When I was young collecting postcards was fun and cheap. I still have all my postcards that my parents bought for me in the 70’s. Most of my postcards are from the turn of the century into the 20’s and 30’s. Your video has me intrigued to sell the post cards off instead of storing them in my closet. Thank you again. I do have one question. Where do you purchase the cardboard mailers!

I love selling postcards. Great video.

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Me too! Thanks for watching!

Great video I've sold 3 postcards on ebay so far your video really helped me.

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Thank for letting me know because that made my day. Keep up the great work and I wish you continued success moving forward.

Cool, I generally sell art glass pottery.i just found 40 vintage post cards for a dollar.thanks for your tips .I will be posting cards soon .

Thank you so much for the video and sharing all this. What is the typical turn around time on selling postcards?

Thank you I enjoyed your video,I hope you make more videos.

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you David! I plan to upload at least once a week moving forward.

Thank you. Take care

Want to know about a better hustle? Buy collections of old stamps (pre-1930) and learn to identify and authenticate the individual stamps in the collection. I always, 100% of the time, earn 50-100% profit re-selling singles. Stamp collecting is still a VERY popular hobby. One note, it does take much more expertise and knowledge than re-selling post cards, but that means more profit. Oh, and you get your postage paid for free.....by sending your stamps to customers using First Class mail :-)

GREAT Video! I used to sell Postcards on eBay, but just decided to switch to vintage photos. I do have approx. 2000 Postcards which I had currently accumulated. I'm falling "in love" with them again...lol. I believe that your video has made me make up my mind for sure. Thank You!!

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Vintage photos are awesome too. I love any old ephemera. The great thing about paper collectibles is that they are so easy to list and store. Plus, if you're a history buff like I am its a lot of fun listing. I find that when I'm listing items on ebay that I'm excited about that I'm doing my best work. I'm glad that you're rediscovering you love for postcards and I hope you sell a bunch!

Hi! I see you haven't made any videos in a while, & I wanted to see if you're okay. I've been trying to get back into ebay, & your channel has been really encouraging to me.

Great video, thank you. Does the scanner scan both sides at once or do you need to rescan the back parts separately? Thank you.

Great Video. Thanks

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks CJ!

Wow,very interesting 🤔thanks 🌷

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

Thank you for sharing this Video with us. I will try to sell here in Germany and will it do like you told to do. Best wishes Thomas

Just found you 🎉 I am in my first week on eBay❤❤

Thank Justin 😇

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome HannaH!

Thanks I have been going to estate sales buying comic books and postcards

@CoachCommerce

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome Dwayne! Those are both fun things to sell. Good luck with your sales!

Hey Coach, I am a new seller here and trying to make some headway. I don't see the link for you SKU system you spoke about for keeping up with inventory. I appreciate any insight you can share on the subject!

Nice Job!

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Very helpful video, thanks. I just received an Epson ES-500 II scanner this morning, but unfortunately I have not been able to use the scans in my eBay listings. I rewatched your video to see if you might have some detailed advice for how to accomplish this, but it seems as though this should happen pretty easily and automatically. I can get jpegs transferred to both my phone and computer, but I cannot use jpegs on Ebay and so far I can't convert jpegs to photos. Any ideas on how to troubleshoot this issue would be great, thanks.

I started selling postcards back in January. I stopped last week. Not only was Ebay charging me .35 on relisting fees they were taking the number of relisted cards and deducting them from my 250 free monthly listings making it nearly impossible to increase my inventory to any significant amount. When you are selling something that averages $5.00 an item the fees and listing restrictions are death to a small business. I just quit fighting it and shut down my account.

@patiencezero-xc9zl

Жыл бұрын

You are right, and that is why Ebay started giving folks 250 free listings......they need to make it unlimited. Several years ago, you had to pay for a store if you wanted to list more than 10 items at a time!

@ukuleleplus3416

Жыл бұрын

Can you list a bunch in one listing with the variations option? Like have your listing title be "National Parks Postcards", then in the listing have 100 different postcards for sale? That way you'd have 100 for sale that would only count for 1 of your 250 listings. Does anyone know if that would work?

@mollyannmurphy4104

3 ай бұрын

Sounds like it would work

Quick question, when you scan the postcards through through printers, does it effect the condition of the postcard at all when you have done it? Do you also scan older post cards or turn of the century stuff? ever gotten a not as described condition after scanning and selling one? Thank you for your time, this information is incredibly informative.

man thanks so much for all the videos i have watched from you bro i am getting into this side business for myself and i have really high hopes. I just bought my first lot of 50 and i paid a little higher than you sugested but it was only 12 bucks with shipping and i mainly just wnant to get my feet wet and see what i can do. i bought the envelopes too. cant really go wrong with spending 20 bucks right? i figure i could turn that into at least 150

Thank you. Very interesting. I moved into an apartment last year and got rid of all my ebay/amazon inventory. This just might be a way to start selling again on ebay. Do you sell any other types of ephemera?

Good video thank you. I'm considering doing this. One question: You said that through experience you learned how to price them. How do i gain similar experience?

Great video well explained! Is there any particular postcards you don’t buy when looking at lots? just bought job lot of 700 early 1930s and at an auction I find you have to pay up if they military/war era

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment! I usually try to stay away from the more modern stuff. when I say modern I mean the oversized postcards (called continental postcards. I also usually stick to strictly american postcards. I don't sell many foreign postcards because they generally are in foreign languages. This makes it more difficult and time consuming to research the locations. I've found that the best way to sell postcards for what works for me is to become as efficient as I can by listing large quantities. Modern and foreign postcards do sell, but not nearly as fast or regularly as anything pre 1960's. Also, my favorite postcards to list are old real photo postcards (RPPC). These can bring money. They're more rare and unique one of a kind cards that collectors go crazy for. If you find lots of them, they usually sell for higher amounts than mass produced cards go for. But, they can be worth the investment if selling them individually. I hope these tips help, and good luck with your postcards!

Hi, first time I watched you today, thinking about selling postcards on Ebay. Question, when you do a Buy it Now do you do a Best Offer or no offers. Would love to know.

What your strategy for setting the sale price. Fixed price or auction? Or if fixed, what determines the salesprice?

Note: I ordered the plastic bins as listed in the link below the video, BUT, be aware that they are narrower on the bottom than on the top, so that older, smaller postcards might fit great, but the newer, larger postcards (4.5 x 6.25) will NOT fit in the bin: they are pretty squished and the edges will be smashed in. Not a good look. The label says 8 1/2 inches wide, but that's on TOP. The bin narrows as it gets deeper (to help with the nesting effect). I bought a group of 6 of these and are mostly useless.

Hello, greatings from st petersburg fl. Great video! Quick question I have a post card from 1818 with a Red George Washington 2 cent stamp with a 1818 cancelation stamp, please tell where I can get it verified??

Please share where, or who you purchase your cardboard postcard mailers

I have some lovely postcards written from steam boat travels on specific boats. Are potential buyers put off by "used" cards?

🎉🎉🎉🎉 THANKS FOR INFORMATION ℹ NOW KNOW HOW TO PICK POSTCARDS ON EBAY

Hey 👋🏾 Justin

Hi. Nice and smart work, I am impressed with your idea. I am from Pakistan and I will be listing my first item very soon. Can I work on your idea from Pakistan. Please let me advise.

Thanks for the tips...my grandmother took a trip to literally every country in the world in the 1940's. I just cleaned out their place and have cases of postcards, menus, Cunard line tickets, theater programs, attraction tickets etc etc. I know they are likely worth some bucks so was wondering how to go about it. Will have to reopen my old Ebay account...haven't used it in many year's.

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Neil! It sounds like your grandmother had a great collection. I love ephemera (paper collectibles) because it's so much fun to look at. Many people collect what you now have, and you might do really well with it all if you end up deciding to sell it on eBay. Thanks for sharing!

@neilhosler9001

2 жыл бұрын

@@CoachCommerce Not to mention she was also very organized and has the whole thing in card catalogues. Looks like Granny essentially left me a box full of money do now I just need to take the time to scan and post:)

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

@@neilhosler9001 Wow, what a legacy. Sounds like your Granny was a wonderful woman and had great taste. That's awesome that they're also so well organized. Best of luck with them!

@neilhosler9001

2 жыл бұрын

They wrote a manuscript of their 50, 0000km trip. They never published it though. Pretty cool reading.

I am a Top Rated Seller of Fashion Jewelry on eBay. It is one of the most competitive categories. I like the idea of postcard sourcing. Do you have a Premium Store?

Hi Coach, great video thanks, ive looked at the epson scanner on amazon and on one of the reviews the person wrote that the images only come out in PDF form is that right ? not jpeg or png ? cheers

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Hey there! Thanks for asking. I don't know what the reviewer was referring to, because with the ES-400 you can save files as PDF, JPEG, or as searchable PDF files. I save all of the postcards that I scan as JPEGs and they upload to eBay with no issues whatsoever. I hope this helps. ! Justin

Yess how do you make profits

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Other than looking for postcards on eBay, could you recommend places where I could locate vintage postcards in bulk? I have been to Estate Sales and live Auctions and am wondering if you have any other suggestions. Thanks very much!

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Gary! I've had some good luck in the past with local buy/sell classifieds such as craigslist, offerup, and facebook marketplaces. If you get lucky, you can sometimes find really large collections for great prices. I like to put saved searches out in my area on facebook so that any time new listings get posted I get a notification. I know other people that put out wanted ads on facebook buy/sell groups that have had good success as well. I hope this helps! ~ Justin

Can I put Pokemon cards through that scanner?? Lol Great informational video. I'm SubscribeD now and wanna be like you but selling strictly anime and Pokemon merch. Your video has inspired me to search for post cards here in Japan.

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! I love all things Pokemon and anime so that's awesome! Yes, you could definitely use this scanner to scan Pokemon cards. If I were using it i'd probably only use it for lower valued cards (just in case the feeder or roller were to damage the card). I've personally never had any issues with it messing up postcards. And, it can scan documents / cards of all shapes and sizes...and get the job done fast! But, it is an automated machine so there's always the chance I suppose. sure you'd probably hand photograph more expensive slabbed cards anyway (or flatbed scan them). But this machine would really help churn out commons! If there's ever anything that I can help with, shoot me a comment and I'll do my best to help. Thanks!

@ZacharyATaylor

3 жыл бұрын

@@CoachCommerce thanks!

Can my husband use the scanner for trading/sports cards when i am not scanning postcards?

Does the scanner scan front and back?

What if the postcard doesn't have any info on the back or front, how would I list that. I usually sell CDVS & Cabinet Cards..

People would send postcards while on vacation and make it back home, before the person received their postcard 😊😁

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

That's pretty funny! It's wild to think of things like that in this day and age. lol

Great info, thank you. Do people mostly want new Unused Postcards or stamped used? Do you use the New Standard .51, .71 Cents Ebay postage, some people have issues due to it not tracking like the regular USPS tracking. Have you used Ebay stardard envelopes for cards?

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

I've found that there's really no difference in what sells better. Most of the postcards that I sell are postmarked since I like to sell a lot of older cards. Most collectors don't mind if they are "uses" as it adds history to the postcard. I've used the new postage a little, and haven't really had any issues. Before eBay introduced the new postage, I always shipped anything under $20 with just a postage stamp. Most everyone in the postcard collecting community are honest and I have almost never had problems with people claiming that they never arrived (without tracking). Of course, anything more expensive I ship with tracking just to cover myself. But I'd say by and large over 95% of the cards I've sold over the years didn't have tracking. Now that eBay standard envelope is in effect I use it instead of stamps. The rate is cheaper than a regular forever stamp (by 4 cents) and over time that small amount adds up to considerable savings. Hope this helps!

@traceejohnson290

3 жыл бұрын

@@CoachCommerce Thank you, yes that helps.

Does it matter if the post cards are stamped and/or written on?

Another question for you...My new PM...(not Prime Minister but Postcard Mentor ..lol )...I was wondering what you think of panarama cards. I have two boxes in the collection I got. They are postcards but longer and are of hotels and motels from the 60s- 80s. They look like a postcard on the back and front but are longer. A lot of them have really good details of the motels or whatever the subject with old cars around the buildings...Lots are put out by AAA...or CAA...Should I toss them or list them? Would love to hear what you think

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Those sound really neat! I've had a lot of success selling hotel postcards in the past. It sounds like they have great subject matter as well with the cars and buildings. If it were me personally, I'd list them. But, I also tend to list everything. lol. Remember, you can always lot them all together and sell them in bulk if you don't want to take the time to list them individually. People like me buy postcard lots on eBay I wouldn't toss them because they're worth something. I hope this helps!

that's wild, i had tons of postcard i don't know what to do with, go on youtube to find ideas and this video popped up

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Throw them on eBay and you'll make some extra cash. Plus, if you've never sold on eBay before it is a great way to learn. It's how I got started and was one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life. I sell a lot of other things besides postcards, but there's lots of money to be made still on eBay.

@dragoonlance9537

2 жыл бұрын

@@CoachCommerce will do ! yeah i think it's time i get started, thanks for the informative video it's really helpful for newbies

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Glad I could help!

I found this online: "Can ADF scan both sides? For two-sided scanning, use A4 or letter-size media. The ADF cannot scan both sides of a document smaller than 127 x 127 mm (5 x 5 inches) or larger than 210 x 304.8 mm (8.5 x 12 inches). The standard size for postcards used by the United States Postal Service (USPS) is 4 in x 6 in (102 mm x 152 mm)." So I'm left wondering how I can scan multiple postcards bothsides one at a time...with adf.

Can you sell used postcards with a greeting on the back ? I mean does it really matter?

How do you print one label for the address of your customer without wasting all the other labels?

Hi i hae just come across your channel and i am wanting to sell postcards i have alot of postcards that have places from around the uk . Is there a way i could sell these individually ?

I found a bunch of postcards that was sent to the previous owner of my house. They are mostly from the 80s with Marilyn Monroe, etc. They have written notes and was mailed via usps. Can I still sell these? Thanks

Hi, yes, do you mean you make several copies of one postcard in your printer? And you keep the originals? How can you have so many in your collection if your sending out the original? And also e-bay goes ahead and pays you when they have'nt seen any shipping evidence? Also do you do old letters from way back or is that to much personal stuff?I have some from the early 1900's and late 1890's.

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Great question. I don't actually copy the postcards. I use a scanner to take pictures of each postcard that I am selling. It is much faster and efficient than taking photos by hand. Every time I sell a postcard I send the buyer the original. The way that I acquire thousands of postcards is by buying them in lots off of ebay. Postcard collecting is huge and often times you can find people liquidating thousands of postcards at a time on ebay. Yes, eBay always pays you as long as you mark the sale as "shipped." You have to manually do it in the sales record, but it is easy. When I used to ship with stamps there was no tracking number. However recently, eBay began a shipping service specifically for postcards that costs .51 cents (which is cheaper than a forever stamp at .55 cents). It is called the "eBay Standard Envelope" and it actually includes tracking as well. I would absolutely sell old letters. Some old letters sell for incredible amounts of money. People love old war letters and things of that nature. If you can tie a name to the letter it will really help sell the letter as well. History buffs and people that are into genealogy really buy that stuff up. I hope this info helps, and thanks for watching my video! ~ Justin

On a search for completed sales of postcards - the Vast majority of auctions end unsold and the few that sell, avg less than $5? What am I missing?

You may have mentioned this and sorry if I missed it, but does it matter if the postcards are used or unused?

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

Great question! I've found that it really doesn't matter if they are used or not. I sell new postcards and used postcards. People buy used cards just as much as they do new. I actually sell a lot more used cards than I do new ones. They are a lot easier to find. Plus, people that collect postcards oftentimes buy the card just because it's used. Many people that collect are into genealogy and history. Believe it or not, "used condition" can add to the value of postcards (unlike most other items you would sell on ebay).

Top loader sleeve recommendation for cards measuring 6”x4 1/4”? All I see are 4x6 and the slightly smaller post card size. Also, I saw your link on envelopes, but they’re out of stock. Any other recommendations? I have approximately 100+ early to mid 80s stuff mostly Hawaii some ssn Fran themed. Thanks!

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave! What you're looking for are sleeves for Continental Postcards. They are a little larger than standard size postcards. I typically buy these sleeves from BCW, but they're often times backordered since these postcards aren't as common. You can find them here: www.bcwsupplies.com/continental-postcard-sleeves If you can't find them on BCW's website, you can oftentimes find them by searching on eBay. They'll be marked up a little on eBay, but you'll get them more quickly: www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1313&_nkw=Continental+postcard+sleeves&_sacat=0 Best regards, Justin

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Also, I've been using these envelopes for the last few months sever since the others have been out of stock. I haven't had any issues so far. amzn.to/3s618X4

Is it possible to sell just postcards fulltime, and take it with me as I travel across the country?

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

It's definitely possible! I've often thought about doing that exact thing when my wife and I retire and selling out of an RV as we travel the country. Its probably the most realistic way to travel and have an eBay store because you can take a large inventory with you. You can store thousands of postcards and it really doesn't take up much space at all to store them. I know a handful of sellers that sell only postcards and make a full time living doing it. They really crank out listings and grind at it, but the ones that do make a living doing it. I know of a husband and wife team that grosses 150-200 thousand a year in postcard sales alone (they have about 80 thousand active postcard listings). It's crazy, but it's doable if you build it up over time. The only obstacle really is being disciplined in listing them. If you love selling postcards and don't burn out in the listing grind it can be well worth your time.

Hey, good video, I will be using your amazon link to buy the envelopes. But wanted to know, how much does postage cost to mail them? (4.25x6.25) (Current rate is 58 cents per stamp)

@CoachCommerce

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike! You can use a postage stamp with these envelopes. I do all of the time. When mailing with stamps, you're allowed to mail up to an ounce in weight per stamp. If your letter goes over an ounce, all you would do is add another (and so on per ounce). As a side note, if you're using these to mail postcards on eBay, you can use the "Standard Envelope" mailing option. It's cheaper than a postage stamp (costs .53 cents for an ounce) and includes tracking (where a normal stamp does not). I hope this help! ~ Justin

@mikecmw8492

2 жыл бұрын

@@CoachCommerce Thanks...this is good to know. I just got about 2500 postcards from an estate sale last week and going through them now. I also ordered the envelopes. Also all my stamps I have used in last 4 years came from estate sales. Most ppl dont know old stamps are still worth actual money and can be used! So I just use those.

Is it better to break up a booklet of postcards to sell individually or keep the book together. (I.e.,Yuyuan Garden, China set of 30)

@bradleyneo100

2 ай бұрын

if you have a big set like that it would be better to sell them together

Where do you get your envelopes from?

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

I used to buy ecoswift rigid photo mailers off of eBay, but recently jacked the price up. I just bought a new brand of envelopes off of Amazon and haven’t had any issues with them so far (even though the eye are slightly thinner and Han the ecoswift brand). In my opinion, the cost outweighs the thickness quality as these are about half the price: 150 Pcs A4 Invitation Envelopes in Brown Kraft Peel & Press Self Seal 4 1/4 x 6 1/4 Envelopes 100lbs. Paper Stock for Wedding Shower Birthday Holiday Mailing Announcement 4 x 6 Photo Greeting Cards www.amazon.com/dp/B083JDX9QN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_P56R7ZPSY4K1VPG93GTW?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Does writing on the back affect the value should I look for vintage cards with o writing on them

@markbrausch346

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New subscriber really like that you have teaching oriented videos instead of just what people ha e sold as newer seller you wonder why you are not selling as much and deflates you bit your videos make me want to try harder and grind

@CoachCommerce

Жыл бұрын

Hi Mark. I've personally found that writing on the back doesn't really affect the value a whole lot. Some collectors will even buy a postcard just because of the writing on the back. Especially if it tells a cool story or is related to the buyer in any way (I.E. genealogy). As long as you photograph it in your listing you shouldn't have any issues as buyers will understand the condition of the card before buying it. Hope this helps.

@CoachCommerce

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark! I try my best to publish videos through a teaching angle to help others learn. eBay can be a grind sometimes but it's well worth it. The more you list, the more you sell. If you have fun with picking out items to sell that interest you, it doesn't seem like work really.

I clicked on the link for your postcard envelopes that you ship them in and it doesn't look the same as the one that you showed him the video. It looks more like just brown paper craft envelopes. Are these still good to ship in? I made invitations for my daughters wedding and used the same craft envelopes to mail them and a couple of them came back to us and they were bent. That's why I'm not sure if I should trust those. I wanna make sure I have a good rigid cardboard not just craft paper.

I really need help getting my postcards from early 1900s

how do all of you resellers add the cost of supplies, mailers, sleeves, ink, printer paper..... every time I raise the price of an item to accodomate supplies the items sits... not being negative just trying to learn!!

Hi Coach I really enjoyed your video I'm a new subscriber I currently live in France also in Florida and have many French postcards and bring some back and forth I'm not a seller however my wife wishes I was , are you at all interested in purchasing any ! Thank you again for your videos ! your pal Kevin in France ! if so I'd be happy at some point to send you some! kind regards Kevin

where did you get those mailers? otherwise very informative

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

I used to buy ecoswift rigid photo mailers off of eBay, but they recently jacked the price up. I just bought a new brand of envelopes off of Amazon and haven’t had any issues with them so far (even though the eye are slightly thinner than the ecoswift brand). In my opinion, the cost outweighs the thickness quality as these envelopes are about half the price: 150 Pcs A4 Invitation Envelopes in Brown Kraft Peel & Press Self Seal 4 1/4 x 6 1/4 Envelopes 100lbs. Paper Stock for Wedding Shower Birthday Holiday Mailing Announcement 4 x 6 Photo Greeting Cards www.amazon.com/dp/B083JDX9QN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_P56R7ZPSY4K1VPG93GTW?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

@nukepity9266

3 жыл бұрын

@@CoachCommerce thanks... i subscribed. this channel is up my alley. good luck to you

@CoachCommerce

3 жыл бұрын

@@nukepity9266 thanks for the sub! Glad I could help. I’d there’s ever anything I can help with in the future I’ll do my best to assist!