Read your actual seller terms

Fees may depend on category, subscription, payment method, advertising choice and country. Some are calculated on shipping or other amounts as well as item price. Review the current official fee schedule for the account you use. This site deliberately does not publish a fixed marketplace fee table.

Build the cost stack

Include acquisition, incoming transport, repairs, cleaning, packaging, outgoing shipping and fixed charges. Allocate relevant recurring costs consistently in your records. Include the time spent sourcing, photographing, messaging and handling returns. Count returned or unsold goods when reviewing the business overall.

Use the right denominator

Our profit tool reports a cash-cost ROI using the non-fee cash costs you enter. That ratio is not an annual investment return. Hourly profit divides by your entered hours and excludes income taxes. A large percentage on a tiny item can still produce little cash for the time involved.

Compare carefully

The editable fee tool assumes the same fee base for both options. If actual rules differ, calculate each separately. A lower fee does not guarantee better buyer demand, price or protection. Recheck platform terms before making a listing or accepting an offer.

Before you act

  • Write down the assumptions that would change this decision.
  • Confirm current requirements with the relevant official source or a qualified professional.
  • Keep sensitive documents out of public links and unknown forms.

Primary sources & further reading

Editorial review: November 2026. Sources are background guidance, not endorsements of this site. Check current local requirements.