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eBay: lower fees, more buyers
eBay takes 13.6% of the sale plus shipping, plus $0.40, with GST/HST on the fees. It reaches buyers across Canada and the US. In Canada, eBay’s free Authenticity Guarantee covers sneakers and trading cards but not handbags, so good photos and paperwork matter more.
Poshmark: least work
Poshmark takes 20% of sales from $20, plus GST/HST on the fee, and the buyer pays shipping with a prepaid label. Its buyers are fashion shoppers looking for brands. See the Poshmark fee calculator.
Depop: younger buyers
Depop takes 10% plus 2.9% + $0.30 processing. Its buyers look for vintage and trend-led pieces more than classic luxury.
Specialist designer resale sites
Sites such as Vestiaire Collective, and local luxury consignment stores, reach buyers who expect to pay more and check items before they’re sold. Their commission is usually higher than eBay’s, so compare their current fees with the figures above.
Prove it’s genuine
- Gather the paperwork. The receipt, authenticity card, dust bag and box all add value.
- Photograph the tells. Show the serial or date code, heat stamp, hardware engravings, stitching and lining.
- Describe the condition precisely. Mention corner wear, scratches to hardware and marks inside.
Price it from real sales
Search for the same model on eBay and tick “Sold items” to see what buyers actually paid recently. Asking prices can be far above what bags really sell for.
Stay safe
- Keep the sale and payment on the platform. Requests to pay by e-Transfer for a shipped item, or to move to WhatsApp, are a common sign of a scam. See selling scams.
- Ship valuable bags tracked, with signature and cover that matches the value.