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31 stories 2 new this week Updated 9 Sep 2026
Warriors fans furious as playoff tickets resurface at huge mark-ups

Warriors fans furious as playoff tickets resurface at huge mark-ups

High resale prices for tickets may encourage sellers to explore ticket flipping as a side hustle.

Be in to WIN 100K with Hunt for the Hundy

Be in to WIN 100K with Hunt for the Hundy

Real-time recs are a winner

Real-time recs are a winner

Excellence in MarTech Strategy winner 2026: Trade Me

Excellence in MarTech Strategy winner 2026: Trade Me

REA Group’s commercial chief swaps Australia for the top job at Trade Me

REA Group’s commercial chief swaps Australia for the top job at Trade Me

Product And Services Roundup: Quinto Andar, Emlakjet, Lifull HOME's, Trade Me

Product And Services Roundup: Quinto Andar, Emlakjet, Lifull HOME's, Trade Me

People Roundup: Swiss Marketplace Group, Trade Me, REA Group, Habi

People Roundup: Swiss Marketplace Group, Trade Me, REA Group, Habi

Trade Me names new CEO as Anders Skoe steps down

Trade Me names new CEO as Anders Skoe steps down

Who is Kul Singh Kargil, Trade Me’s new CEO

Who is Kul Singh Kargil, Trade Me’s new CEO

Trade Me names Kul Singh Kargil as CEO after Anders Skoe resigns

Trade Me names Kul Singh Kargil as CEO after Anders Skoe resigns

Trade Me appoints Kul Singh Kargil as CEO after Anders Skoe departure

Trade Me appoints Kul Singh Kargil as CEO after Anders Skoe departure

New chief executive for Trade Me

New chief executive for Trade Me

News / All change at Trade Me

News / All change at Trade Me

Trade Me appoints Kul Singh Kargil as Chief Executive

Trade Me appoints Kul Singh Kargil as Chief Executive

Trade Me Announces Leadership Transition: Kul Singh Kargil Appointed CEO As Anders Skoe Steps Down

Trade Me Announces Leadership Transition: Kul Singh Kargil Appointed CEO As Anders Skoe Steps Down

Trade Me CEO Anders Skoe steps down

Trade Me CEO Anders Skoe steps down

Trade Me names new CEO as Skoe steps down after seven years

Trade Me names new CEO as Skoe steps down after seven years

'Marshmallow on a steel skeleton' – AI start-up raises millions from early Trade Me, Xero backers

'Marshmallow on a steel skeleton' – AI start-up raises millions from early Trade Me, Xero backers

New Zealand Average Asking Price Firms in July, Says Trade Me

New Zealand Average Asking Price Firms in July, Says Trade Me

People Roundup: Zillow, Idealista, Trade Me

People Roundup: Zillow, Idealista, Trade Me

Trade Me Number of Employees 2026 | Employee Count & Headcount Data

Trade Me Number of Employees 2026 | Employee Count & Headcount Data

‘Our audience is our oxygen’: Trade Me deployed AI and first-party data to beat back cashed up global rivals and reclaim search leadership; grows sessions and revs, ROAS surges

‘Our audience is our oxygen’: Trade Me deployed AI and first-party data to beat back cashed up global rivals and reclaim search leadership; grows sessions and revs, ROAS surges

The Fine Print: What’s behind Trade Me’s move to scrap success fees?

The Fine Print: What’s behind Trade Me’s move to scrap success fees?

Trade Me joins Tech NZ’s online scams code

Trade Me joins Tech NZ’s online scams code

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What is reselling?
Reselling involves purchasing items (often secondhand) and selling them for profit on platforms like eBay, Depop, Poshmark, and Vinted. It's become a popular side hustle and full-time business for many.
How do I get started with reselling?
Start by sourcing items from thrift stores, garage sales, or your own closet. Choose a platform that matches your items, take quality photos, write detailed descriptions, and price competitively.
Is reselling profitable?
Yes, reselling can be profitable with the right strategy. Success depends on finding undervalued items, understanding market demand, and managing costs like fees and shipping. Many resellers earn significant income.
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