Start with a walk-through of your home.

Before you start placing ads right away, it’s a good idea to first take stock of what you actually have. Take your time walking through your bedroom, wardrobe, attic, garage, kitchen, and bathroom.

Ask yourself the question for every item: “Have I used this in the past year?”

If the answer is no, that’s a good time to see if someone else might find it useful. You might be surprised by how many items you have that you no longer use yourself, but that someone else would be happy to pay for.

1. Vinted

One of the most well-known ways to sell second-hand items is Vinted. Clothing, shoes, accessories, and bags perform particularly well there. However, the platform is now also used for various other categories.

The great thing about Vinted is that creating a listing is relatively easy. You take photos of your item, write a description, set your price, and post it online.

Tip: Take clear photos in good daylight. A neat photo can make a big difference in how attractive your ad looks.

In addition, make sure to be honest about any damage, stains, or signs of use. This prevents disappointment and ensures a better experience for both you and the buyer.

Sign up on Vinted, discover if the platform is a good match for your items, and receive up to €15 in shopping credit!*

*€5 shopping credit after posting three listings within seven days of registration. €10 upon the first sale within 30 days of registration. Vouchers expire after 90 days.

2. Facebook Marketplace

Do you have items that are difficult or expensive to ship? Then Facebook Marketplace might be a good option. You can list items such as furniture and larger household goods there.

A major advantage is that buyers often come from your local area and can pick up the product. For larger items, always take clear photos and include the dimensions; this saves a lot of back-and-forth messaging.

Start selling on Facebook Marketplace today.

3. Marktplaats

For Dutch sellers, Marktplaats is one of the most well-known places to sell items. The platform offers an incredibly wide range of products—from clothing and books to furniture, bicycles, electronics, and hobby supplies.

Marktplaats itself states that it has over 8 million unique monthly visitors and that approximately 350,000 new ads are posted daily. This makes it an attractive option for items where you want to reach a large Dutch audience.

Large items are also attractive, as you can arrange to meet a buyer in your local area. For items that can be shipped, Marktplaats also offers various shipping options.

The benefits of Marktplaats:

• The platform has thousands of categories, so you are not dependent on one specific product category.
• For example, it is easier to sell a cabinet, table, or bicycle locally than through a platform that focuses primarily on clothing.
• If you primarily want to sell your items within the Netherlands, Marktplaats is a logical place to start.

Sell ​​your second-hand items on Marktplaats.

4. eBay

Do you want to look beyond the Dutch market? Then eBay might be interesting.

eBay operates internationally and gives sellers access to buyers in various countries. This can be particularly appealing for items that might see less demand in the Netherlands but are sought after internationally.

The benefits of eBay:

• Wide international reach: eBay has more than 183 million buyers in 190 countries.
• Suitable for second-hand items; you can sell both new and used goods.
• Seller Protection, eBay has policies and systems in place for seller protection and customer service.
• Integrated payments: earnings are paid directly into your bank account, and you can set your payout schedule.
• Low barrier to entry for occasional sellers: eBay currently offers private sellers in the Netherlands the option to list up to 150 items per month for free.

Start selling on eBay today.

5. Vestiaire Collective

Do you have a designer handbag, luxury shoes, or clothing from a famous designer brand sitting in your closet? Then you might not want to sell them alongside thousands of ordinary garments.

For luxury fashion, Vestiaire Collective might be a more interesting option. The platform focuses specifically on pre-owned fashion and has an international audience of fashion enthusiasts.

The benefits of Vestiaire Collective:

• You gain access to a global community of fashion enthusiasts, ensuring your designer items reach an audience beyond just Dutch buyers.
• Vestiaire Collective offers sellers prepaid shipping labels, making the shipping process easier.
• For orders involving authentication, items are inspected by experts. This gives buyers extra confidence when purchasing higher-end designer items.
• Listing an item is currently free. You only pay a sales commission when your item actually sells.

Please note: Vestiaire Collective currently lists, among other things, a sales commission of 17% for items between €75 and €15,000, in addition to payment processing fees.

Are you ready to give your designer items a second life? Create your first ad on Vestiaire Collective today.

6. Catawiki

Not everything you want to sell belongs on a standard second-hand marketplace. You might have something special at home, an item you think: “This could be worth more than I realize.” In that case, Catawiki could be an interesting option.

Catawiki operates using auctions and focuses on unique objects and collectible categories.

Register quickly on Catawiki.

7. Boekwinkeltjes.nl

A bookcase can quietly represent a significant amount of money. You might have dozens of books that you read once and never opened again. Instead of letting them gather dust, you could see if they are still sellable. A specialized site for books is Boekwinkeltjes.nl. This can be particularly interesting for people who own a large number of books or want to sell specific titles.

Do you only have two books? Then a general marketplace might be simpler. But if you have a whole bookcase you want to clear out, a specialized platform is certainly worth a look.

Sell ​​your first book today on boekwinkeltjes.nl

8. Etsy

Etsy is an international online platform where buyers look for unique products, handmade items, personalized products, and vintage finds. Etsy connects buyers and independent sellers from all over the world.

Etsy has an international audience specifically looking for products they wouldn't just come across in any ordinary shop. It caters to people seeking items that are unique, creative, handmade, or vintage. This makes Etsy an attractive option if you have items that are a cut above the average second-hand goods.

Please note! Etsy is not a general second-hand platform where you can simply list anything you no longer use. According to Etsy, vintage items sold on the site must be at least 20 years old. Therefore, ordinary modern items that you simply no longer use cannot simply be listed as vintage.

Are you ready for Etsy?

9. Sellpy

Do you want to get rid of your old items but don't feel like taking photos of each one individually, writing ads, answering buyers' questions, and shipping packages? Then Sellpy is an interesting option to consider.

Sellpy is a second-hand platform that handles most of the selling process for you. While best known for clothing, shoes, and accessories, the platform also sells other types of second-hand items. Sellpy describes its service as a full-service approach to selling second-hand goods: they assist with tasks such as inspecting, photographing, describing, storing, and shipping items.

How does selling via Sellpy work?

1. Gather your items. Put the items you want to sell into a Sellpy bag.
2. Send in your bag or have it collected. Depending on the available options, you can have the bag collected or take it to a designated location.
3. Sellpy evaluates your items. Sellpy checks the items and determines which products are suitable for sale.
4. Sellpy creates the listings. A major advantage is that Sellpy takes care of the photos and product descriptions for you.
5. You track your sales. You can track your sales via your Sellpy profile and, according to Sellpy, also adjust prices.
6. Sellpy handles the rest. The platform takes care of storage, shipping, and sales-related communication, among other things.

That makes Sellpy particularly interesting for people who want to declutter their wardrobe or home but don't want to spend hours selling every single item.

Please note! Because Sellpy handles part of the sales process, you do not receive the full selling price of your items.

Sellpy currently states that sellers receive 40% of the selling price per item sold, plus 70% of the portion of the selling price exceeding €50. According to Sellpy, a listing fee of €1.20 per item is deducted from this amount. On the other hand, you do not have to handle the entire sales process yourself.

Start selling via Sellpy now.

10. Local second-hand shops and thrift stores

Not everything has to be sold online. Many places have second-hand shops, vintage stores, and other local outlets where you can offer or drop off items.

The benefits of second-hand and thrift stores:

• You've tidied up your house quickly.
• You don't have to create dozens of ads.
• If you have items that don't have much individual value, you can still get rid of them here.

Tip! You might not always earn the maximum amount or sometimes nothing at all but you do save time. And sometimes, time is valuable too.

Finally

Selling items is a great way to earn extra money, but it is not, of course, an unlimited source of income. After all, you cannot keep selling things from your home indefinitely. So, view it primarily as a way to: create space + earn extra money + manage your money mindfully.

And perhaps you’ll discover something interesting while selling. You enjoy selling products. You enjoy working online. You discover that you’re good at marketing. Or maybe you become interested in other ways to make money online.

Then, selling your old things could easily be the start of something bigger.