Pocket Change Reselling Podcast

eBay Slowdown, MaxSold Toy Flop, and AI Lister Price Hikes (Pocket Chains)In this episode of Pocket Chains, Joe and Ben discuss a rough week of reselling: Joe reports zero eBay sales, while Ben says a themed MaxSold auction focused on toys (including many Funko Pops) performed poorly, netting about $200 on $2,000 and prompting him to plan more variety next time. They talk about listing more items,...

eBay Summer Slowdown, MaxSold Wins, and Pick or Pass: Cookie Skillet & Skylanders Crystal | Pocket ChangeIn this episode of Pocket Change, the hosts discuss reselling updates during a slow June, including a MaxSold sale that brought in $300 and efforts to clear a “death pile” by moving hundreds of items off eBay into MaxSold auctions. They compare eBay sales performance, share issues with buye...

Pocket Change Podcast: VHS Auction Win, Profit Math, eBay Return Scams & Why We’re Avoiding Vinted (For Now) In this episode of Pocket Change, the hosts joke about AI-generated thumbnails and experimenting with ChatGPT before diving into reselling updates. Ben shares strong week results, including an eBay auction of 18 horror VHS tapes that sold for $88.50 plus shipping, and breaks down the ma...

Slow eBay Week, Pocket Watch Inventory Down & Testing 10 Listings a Day + AI Lister Talk Jefferson and Joel recap a chaotic start to the Pocket Change Reselling Podcast, share recent eBay sales, and discuss how reduced listing has hurt results—especially Jefferson’s pocket watch category, where inventory has dropped from about 300 to roughly 10, leaving him down compared to last year. They tal...

eBay Promotions, Picking Better Inventory & Clearing Stock: Pocket Change Reselling PodcastIn this episode of Pocket Change, the hosts talk about their week of eBay sales, feedback, and shipping, including one host realizing sales stalled after removing promoted listings and rebounding after restarting a 6% campaign. They discuss preparing for slower summer months, focusing more on $20+ items...

In this Pocket Change episode, the hosts joke about whether their reselling podcast ranks in any “top” lists, then share weekly eBay updates: one host sold a finance exam training book for $15 plus shipping and discusses safer ways to ship paperbacks, while the other sold five items (including belt buckles, a pocket watch, and a truck net) and raised flat-rate shipping to cover rising costs. They...

Why $5 eBay Items Don’t Work, New AI Listing Tools, and GameStop Rumors In this episode of Pocket Chains, the hosts discuss the challenge of reselling low-dollar inventory on eBay, arguing that items under $10 often aren’t worth the time once fees and rising shipping costs are considered, and recommending focusing on $20 items or a $15 profit minimum. They share weekly sales updates, including bel...

In this episode of the Pocket Change Reselling podcast, Jefferson and Joel talk about production costs for recording, joking about drone footage and delivery bots before returning to reselling. Joel shares that sales picked up after doing “sell similar,” and notes their AI lister won’t automatically de-list/re-list or re-enable promotions without manual steps. Jefferson focuses on reorganizing his...

Listing Momentum, Promoted Listings, and What Actually Sells: Pocket Watches, VHS Rewinders & ReturnsIn this episode of Pocket Change, Joel and Ben recap their reselling weeks, with Ben noting slower April sales and vowing to list more, while Joel shares that six of 20 newly listed, unpromoted items sold and discusses how new listings and “sell similar” can boost visibility. They debate when p...

In this episode of Pocket Change, the hosts recap their weeks reselling on eBay, including Joe closing out March with his second-best month ever after netting over $300, then seeing sales slow when he stopped listing. Ben discusses a community sale haul and how a once high-value vintage Polo hat dropped to the $20–$25 range, likely due to low comps resetting the market. They talk about the importa...

eBay Reselling Talk: Sales Recap, Feedback, Country of Origin & End/Sell Similar Slowdowns In this Pocket Change episode, Joel and Ben recap their week reselling on eBay, including Joel selling a sweater and medical massage equipment for a solid dollar week despite fewer orders, while Ben had 12 small sales like Funko Pops, belt buckles, and WWE DVDs. They discuss how buyer feedback has shifte...

Pocket Change Podcast: Reselling Updates, Shipping Mistakes, and Handling Buyer QuestionsIn this Pocket Change Podcast episode, the hosts talk about consent-to-record changes in their setup, a new clearance computer purchase after prior computer issues, and weekly reselling updates. Ben shares slow listing progress, frustration with long commutes and traffic from a new job, and a pause in daily sa...

Reselling Updates, Shipping Tips, and Pick or Pass: Perfume Gift Sets & Pewter CollectiblesIn this episode of Pocket Change, Ben and Joel discuss sluggish early-March eBay sales, with both moving mostly low-dollar items, and they compare weekly totals, fees, and shipping costs that cut into profits. They share feedback updates, favorite sales (including pocket watch chains and a Nova VHS tape)...

Reselling Updates, Listing Systems & eBay News: Depop, Layoffs, and Buyer Cancellation Dilemmas | Pocket ChangeJefferson and co-host Joel open the Pocket Change reselling podcast with brief audio/camera troubleshooting, then recap their recent eBay weeks: steady low-dollar sales, consistent daily sell-through tied to what they’re listing, and Jeff’s recent positive feedback streak. They discus...

eBay Reselling Updates, Feedback Wins & a $50 Document Camera Listing Hack (Plus eBay Buys Depop) In this episode of “Pocket Change,” the hosts joke about recording software muting them and urging camera and noise settings, then share eBay reselling updates: one host has had slower sales and finds eBay’s delivery notifications annoying, while the other feels pressure from new eBay business exp...

eBay Shipping Label Address Error, Broken DVD Refunds, and Reseller Updates (Pocket Change) In this episode of Pocket Change, the hosts discuss recent reseller experiences on eBay, including a new shipping label error that prevents label generation due to an invalid “ship to” address and how to resolve it by messaging the buyer for the correct address and editing it within eBay (warning against sh...

Pocket Change Podcast: Reselling Adventures with Jefferson & JoelJoin Jefferson and Joel as they discuss their latest reselling adventures in the newest episode of the 'Pocket Change' podcast. They delve into quirky sales, frustrating AI bots, and their ongoing battle with listing items. Highlights include feedback analysis, reselling stories, and Jefferson's significant January sa...

Surviving Winter Storms and eBay Updates | Pocket Change PodcastIn this episode of Pocket Change, our hosts dive into a wide range of topics including the challenges of dealing with winter storms, the quirks of selling on eBay, and some hilarious personal stories. Join the fun as they discuss eBay's latest ban on AI shopping bots, a bizarre lawsuit involving eBay executives, and the ups and do...

Reselling Renaissance & eBay Tips | Pocket Change EpisodeIn this episode of Pocket Change, Joel and Bens dive into their reselling experiences, discussing the intricacies of eBay's reselling market and offering crucial tips for fellow resellers. They share their personal successes, challenges, and innovative strategies to increase sales, such as using weird percentage discounts. The duo al...

Evaluating eBay Sales, Returns, and New Tools - Pocket Change EpisodeIn this episode of Pocket Change, the hosts discuss their latest eBay sales, including interesting finds and experiences with returns. They explore new listing tools and platforms, such as Tree Cat and Quick List, offering insights and honest reviews. The episode also touches on the dynamics of free shipping and returns, navigati...

Post-Holiday Blues and Reselling Chat | Pocket Change Episode In this laid-back episode of Pocket Change, Joel and his co-host dive into a casual conversation about their week, reselling updates, and the challenges they face post-New Year. They discuss the ups and downs of the reselling business, including the difficulties of January sales on eBay, the importance of having a solid shipping plan, a...

Pocket Change: New Year, New Goals & Listing StrategiesWelcome to the first episode of Pocket Change for the year! Join us for an engaging discussion about our podcast's evolution, focusing on listener feedback about video content and our goal-setting strategies for the year. We delve into the importance of continuous listing to maintain sales momentum, the impact of artificial intelligenc...

Pocket Change: Wrapping Up AI Tools & Reflecting on 154 EpisodesIn this special episode of Pocket Change, we wrap up our AI tool evaluations and reflect on reaching our 154th episode! We discuss our journey with various AI listing tools, giving you the inside scoop on what worked and what didn't. We also celebrate the incredible support from our listeners, marking milestones on Spotify and...

Pocket Change: Year-End Reseller Strategies and AI Adventures In this episode of Pocket Change, Ben and Joel discuss their year-end reselling strategies, including taking a vacation break, managing sales during the holiday season, and experimenting with new AI listing tools. They share their recent sales, including pocket watches and a puffer vest, while also testing different AI listing programs...

Pick or Pass Returns: Exploring AI, eBay Glitches, and Hidden Treasures! In this exciting episode of Pocket Change, we set aside AI discussions to bring back the fan-favorite 'Pick or Pass' segment. Join us as we delve into our eclectic mix of items, from sweaters and backpacks to Pez dispensers and collector's items. We also touch on eBay glitches and our holiday sales experiences. Wi...