Collector & Reseller Glossary

What the jargon actually means — and what it does to resale value. 3,211 terms across 12 categories.

7 terms in Reselling starting with “M” · page 1 of 1

1. mail orderReselling
   This term refers to the practice of purchasing goods directly from a supplier or manufacturer without visiting a physical retail store. In the context of reselling, it often implies sourcing inventory through catalogs, o
2. market researchReselling
   This involves systematically gathering and analyzing information about the current state of the resale market for specific items. It includes tracking what similar goods are selling for, identifying popular trends, and u
3. market trendsReselling
   This refers to the current direction and momentum of demand for specific types of goods within the resale market. It encompasses what buyers are actively seeking, how quickly items are selling, and whether prices are gen
4. marketplace feesReselling
   These are the commissions or charges levied by online platforms, such as eBay, Etsy, or Amazon, when you successfully sell an item through their system. They are typically calculated as a percentage of the final sale pri
5. modern collectiblesReselling
   This term broadly refers to items that have been produced in recent decades, distinguishing them from antiques or vintage pieces. Modern collectibles encompass a vast range, from contemporary pop culture memorabilia and
6. multi-listingReselling
   This practice involves creating several separate listings for the exact same item across different online marketplaces or even within the same platform. Sellers do this to maximize visibility, ensuring that potential buy
7. multi-packReselling
   A multi-pack refers to a single listing or purchase that contains several individual items of the same or related type. For resellers, this is a significant opportunity because it allows for bulk purchasing, which can le