Yes, but it takes volume, good margins, and professional processes.
The honest answer
Yes, thousands of people make a full-time living selling on eBay. But it's not automatic. You need:
What you need
- Revenue: At least $3,000-5,000/month to live on after all costs
- Margin: At least 30-40% after all fees and costs
- Volume: 100-300+ sales per month
- Reliable sourcing: Wholesale, liquidation, thrift stores, retail arbitrage
Realistic timeline
- Month 1-3: Learning, first sales, building feedback
- Month 3-6: Optimizing processes, profit grows
- Month 6-12: Side income possible ($500-1,500)
- Year 2+: Full-time possible if you reinvest and scale
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