A complete guide to second-hand transactions in Australia: 10 most worthwhile platforms to collect in 2023 + a guide to avoiding pitfalls

Hello everyone, I am the assistant of Australian Encyclopedia. Recently, some friends asked me aboutAustralian second-hand trading platformNow I will summarize the related issues, hoping to help friends who want to deal with idle items or buy affordable goods.

### 1. Detailed explanation of the top ten mainstream second-hand trading platforms in Australia
**1. Gumtree - the Australian version of "Salted Fish"**
This is a veteran platform founded in 2000, with over 7 million active users per month. It provides transactions for all categories including furniture, electrical appliances, vehicles, pets, etc., and posting information is completely free. It is particularly active in major cities such as Sydney and Melbourne, but you need to be careful to screen out professional sellers who post repeatedly.

2. Facebook Marketplace
Relying on the social attribute platform of the main user group of 27-35 years old, the transaction volume will increase by 300% in 2022. The advantage is that the seller's social information can be viewed to enhance trust, which is particularly suitable for community transactions such as maternal and child products and home decoration.

3. eBay Australia
An international platform with auction function, suitable for high-value electronic products and collectibles transactions. Please note that there is a 13.4% transaction fee + 30 Australian cents per transaction payment fee. It is recommended to set a "buy now" price to avoid unsold items.

4. Cash Converters
A pawn platform that combines physical chain stores and online services. 87 stores nationwide support online valuation. Gold, brand-name bags, and musical instruments can be quickly converted into cash within 24 hours, but the recycling price is about 40-60% of the market price.

**5. Carsales**
Australia's largest car trading platform, with an average daily display volume of over 150,000 vehicles. It provides professional tools such as VIN verification and loan calculation. It is recommended to check "Dealer Reviews" to select high-quality car dealers.

**6. Trading Post**
A classified platform with a 50-year history, it is the first choice for trading special commodities such as agricultural machinery and horses. It adopts newspaper-style layout and is deeply loved by middle-aged and elderly users.

**7. Zookal**
A vertical platform focusing on textbook transactions, you can scan the ISBN code to automatically quote. The purchase price at the end of the semester can reach the original price of 60%, and support campus pickup services across Australia.

8. Depop
The favorite fashion platform of Generation Z, with active transactions of vintage and designer items. It is recommended to use tags such as #australianfashion to increase exposure, and the platform will take 10% + 2.9% payment fee.

9. thredUP
An environmentally friendly platform imported from North America, providing free mailing kits. The purchase price of branded clothing is up to the original price of 80%, suitable for processing light luxury brand clothing.

**10. Grays Online**
Government/corporate asset auction platform, common office equipment and inventory auctions. Please pay attention to the pickup time limit and transportation requirements in the "Auction Terms".

### 2. Essential skills for second-hand transactions
**1. Photography skills**
- Shoot under natural light (best at 10am)
- Use a measuring tape as a guide for size
- Furniture display from 3 different angles
- For electronic products, a close-up of the serial number is required

2. Pricing strategy
Refer to the historical transaction price of the platform and set the elastic range:
- Electronic products: original price 30-50%
- Furniture: Original price 40-70%
- Luxury goods: counter price 60-80%

**3. Large Items Handling**
Indicate in the description:
- Whether to assist with transportation (+$50 or more)
- Degree of disassembly
- Truck access requirements

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FAQ

**Q1: Which platforms are suitable for emergency cashing out? **
A: Cash Converters (same-day payment) or Facebook local groups (cash transactions) are preferred. For items valued at less than $500, Gumtree's "Instant Offer" feature is recommended.

**Q2: How to prevent transaction fraud? **
- Insist on meeting in person (recommended police station parking lot)
- Reject PayID overpayment scam
- Check buyer/seller rating history
- Proof of purchase is required for valuable items

**Q3: Do I need to pay taxes on second-hand transactions? **
Individuals who trade occasionally do not need to declare, but if the annual transaction amount exceeds $7,500 or is a frequent trader, they need to register for an ABN and declare their income. Commercial sellers must provide GST invoices.

**Q4: Which items are prohibited from trading? **
The platform-wide ban includes:
- Baby safety seat (over 10 years)
- Uncertified children's toys
- Prescription drugs
- Australian Aboriginal handicrafts

### 3. Environmental protection and economic benefits
In 2022, the scale of Australia's second-hand economy will reach 46 billion Australian dollars, and each person will save $1,200 per year through second-hand transactions. Take Sydney households as an example:
- Resell the stroller and get $200-400
- Graduation season textbook recycling saves an average of $500 per semester
- Furniture resale can reduce moving costs by 75%

Thanks for reading. Hopefully, this guide can help you conduct second-hand transactions safely and efficiently. Remember to save this article and share it with friends in need, so that unused items can find new homes and participate in the environmental economy together!

> Tips: Adding the "Negotiable" tag to your Gumtree postings can boost enquiries by 37%; Facebook posts should be posted at 8pm on Thursdays for best exposure.