The Reseller Blog

Actionable guides, market data, and strategies to grow your reselling business on Whatnot, eBay, and beyond.

February 20, 2026

🧾 How to Write Off Reselling Expenses (Complete Tax Deduction Guide)

Every deductible expense for resellers — mileage, shipping supplies, home office, phone bills, and more. Save thousands on taxes.

February 20, 2026

📋 Reselling Business Plan Template (Free Download)

Free business plan template with financial projections, sourcing strategy, growth phases, and operational plans for resellers.

February 20, 2026

🚀 How to Turn Reselling Into a Full-Time Business

Income benchmarks, readiness checklist, and the exact transition timeline to go from side hustle to full-time reseller.

February 20, 2026

📺 Whatnot Alternatives: Best Live Selling Platforms (2026)

TikTok Shop, Poshmark Live, eBay Live, and more — fees, audiences, and which live selling platform is best for your niche.

February 20, 2026

💻 Best Platform for Selling Electronics Online (2026)

Swappa vs eBay vs Mercari vs FB Marketplace — which platform gets you the most money for electronics? Data-backed comparison.

February 18, 2026

📋 Do I Need a Business License to Sell on eBay?

Find out if you need a business license, sales tax permit, EIN, or LLC to sell on eBay in 2026. State-by-state guide with step-by-step setup.

February 18, 2026

📊 Best Accounting Software for Resellers (2026)

Compare QuickBooks, Wave, MyResellerGenie, Hurdlr, and spreadsheets. Which accounting tool is right for your reselling volume and budget?

February 18, 2026

🧱 How to Resell LEGO Sets for Profit

Which LEGO sets appreciate most, where to source, when to sell, and real ROI numbers. The complete 2026 guide to LEGO reselling.

February 18, 2026

🔄 eBay Alternatives: 10 Platforms You Should Be Selling On

Tired of 13% eBay fees? Compare Whatnot, Poshmark, Mercari, Depop, Grailed, and 5 more alternatives with real fee breakdowns.

February 18, 2026

👗 Best Platform for Selling Clothes Online (2026)

Poshmark vs eBay vs Depop vs Mercari — which platform gets you the most money for your clothes? Data-backed comparison with tips.

February 17, 2026

📦 How to Pack 200+ Whatnot Orders in 30 Minutes

The bin system that lets top Whatnot sellers pack 200+ orders in 30 minutes flat. Step-by-step guide to faster fulfillment.

February 17, 2026

🗂️ Whatnot Seller Tips: The Bin System That Changed My Shows

How the bin system transformed my Whatnot shows. Real tips on organizing sales, reducing packing time, and shipping faster.

February 17, 2026

💬 Smart Chat for Whatnot: How to Create Bidding Frenzies

How automated chat messages create bidding frenzies and boost Whatnot show revenue by 15-30%. The psychology behind Smart Chat.

February 17, 2026

💵 How to Start a Reselling Business with $100

Turn $100 into a real reselling business. Step-by-step sourcing, platform selection, pricing, and a 90-day scaling plan with real math.

February 17, 2026

📦 Cheapest Shipping Options for Resellers (2026)

USPS vs UPS vs FedEx — real rates compared by weight. Plus Pirate Ship Cubic, flat rate hacks, and how to save 25-40% per package.

February 17, 2026

🤖 How AI is Changing the Reselling Game

Photo-to-listing, AI pricing, smart sourcing, automated management — what's real, what's hype, and how to use AI to sell more.

February 17, 2026

🔮 The Future of Reselling: AI, Live Commerce, and Automation

The biggest trends reshaping reselling — live commerce growth, AI tools, full automation, and what the next 5 years look like.

February 17, 2026

📈 How to Scale from $1K to $10K/Month Reselling

The complete scaling playbook — wholesale sourcing, multi-platform selling, automation, live commerce, and the math behind $10K months.

February 16, 2026

🪙 How to Sell Coins on Whatnot (+ What Coins Sell Best)

Morgan dollars, silver eagles, gold coins, error coins — which coins sell best on Whatnot and how to maximize your live show revenue.

February 16, 2026

📋 Reseller Tax Guide 2026: What You Owe and How to Track It

1099-K thresholds, Schedule C, deductible expenses, quarterly estimates, COGS tracking, and the best tax software for resellers.

February 16, 2026

📄 1099-K Changes for Resellers: What You Need to Know

The $600 threshold is here. Which platforms report, how to file, common mistakes, and state-by-state variations.

February 16, 2026

📱 Best Selling Apps 2026: Complete Marketplace Ranking

eBay, Poshmark, Mercari, Whatnot, StockX, GOAT & more — fees, audience, pros/cons, and which is best for each category.

February 16, 2026

💰 Is Reselling Still Profitable in 2026? (Real Numbers)

Realistic income ranges, profit margins by category, startup costs, time investment, and what's changed this year.

February 15, 2026

How to Build a Brand on Whatnot

Stand out from other sellers, build a loyal following, and create a recognizable brand on the live selling platform.

February 15, 2026

Whatnot Returns & Refunds Guide

How returns work on Whatnot, your rights as a seller, and how to minimize return rates.

February 15, 2026

Is Selling on Whatnot Worth It in 2026?

Honest analysis of Whatnot's fees, audience, and earning potential compared to other platforms.

February 15, 2026

Whatnot Shipping Hacks to Save Money

Cut shipping costs, speed up fulfillment, and keep more profit per sale.

February 15, 2026

Whatnot Niches Blowing Up in 2026

The hottest categories on Whatnot right now and how to get in early.

February 15, 2026

Whatnot Fees: Complete Breakdown (2026)

Every fee Whatnot charges sellers — commission, shipping, payment processing, and how to minimize them.

February 15, 2026

How to Run Your First Whatnot Show

Step-by-step guide to your first live selling show on Whatnot. Setup, pricing, engagement, and post-show tips.

February 15, 2026

Shipping 200+ Whatnot Orders Per Week

Systems and workflows for high-volume Whatnot shipping without losing your mind.

February 15, 2026

Best Items to Sell on Whatnot (2026)

What categories and items are selling best on Whatnot right now.

February 15, 2026

How to Price Items for Whatnot Live Shows

Starting prices, minimums, and BIN strategies that maximize revenue per show.

February 15, 2026

How to Ship Whatnot Orders Fast

Speed up your Whatnot shipping workflow to hit same-day and next-day targets.

February 15, 2026

Whatnot First Show Checklist

Everything you need before going live — equipment, inventory, pricing, and mindset.

February 15, 2026

How to Get More Viewers on Whatnot

Proven strategies to grow your live show audience and convert viewers to buyers.

February 15, 2026

How to Ship Bundles on Whatnot

Packing multiple items per buyer efficiently — the bundle shipping workflow.

February 15, 2026

Best Times to Go Live on Whatnot

Data-driven analysis of when to stream for maximum viewers and sales.

February 15, 2026

Whatnot Seller Income Report 2026

Real income data from Whatnot sellers — what top, mid, and new sellers actually earn.

February 15, 2026

eBay vs Poshmark vs Mercari: Fees Compared (2026)

Side-by-side fee comparison of the three biggest reselling platforms.

February 15, 2026

How to Ship on Whatnot

Complete Whatnot shipping guide — labels, packaging, carriers, and tracking.

February 15, 2026

How Much Do Whatnot Sellers Make?

Income ranges for beginner to advanced Whatnot sellers with real data.

February 15, 2026

Whatnot Seller Tips

Quick-hit tips to improve your Whatnot shows and grow revenue.

February 15, 2026

Garage Sale Sourcing Guide

Route planning, negotiation scripts, what to buy, and items that flip for 10-50x profit.

February 15, 2026

How to Automate Your Reselling Business

Tools and systems to automate listing, pricing, shipping, and bookkeeping.

February 15, 2026

How to Buy Wholesale for Resale

Finding wholesale suppliers, negotiating terms, and building profitable wholesale relationships.

February 15, 2026

Auction vs Buy It Now on eBay

When to auction and when to use fixed price — data-driven analysis.

February 15, 2026

Walmart Marketplace Fees (2026)

Complete fee breakdown for selling on Walmart's marketplace.

February 14, 2026

How to Start Selling on Whatnot (2026)

Complete beginner's guide to becoming a Whatnot seller — application, setup, first show, and beyond.

February 14, 2026

Whatnot Seller Tips: How to Hit $10K/Month

Strategies and systems from sellers who consistently earn $10K+ monthly on Whatnot.

February 12, 2026

Best Items to Flip for Profit (2026)

The most profitable items to buy and resell this year — by category.

February 12, 2026

eBay Seller Fees Explained (2026)

Every fee eBay charges sellers — final value, insertion, promoted listings, and store subscriptions.

February 12, 2026

How to Write eBay Titles That Sell

Keyword strategies and title formulas that drive more clicks and sales.

February 12, 2026

Cross-Listing to Multiple Marketplaces

How to list on eBay, Poshmark, Mercari, and more simultaneously — tools and workflow.