Beanie Baby mania emerged really quickly, especially in the early 90s when Chicago-based families would trade them. When Ty announced they would stop making Beanie Babies, their worth increased.
Do you have a few valuable Beanie Babies lying around? If you’re ready to part with your collection, you can sell yours and may potentially make some good money. But you’ll have to learn how and where to sell them for top dollar.
From finding their worth to marketing your purchase, a lot goes into selling Beanie Babies. Here’s how to sell Beanie Babies and make the most money off of these adorable stuffed animals.
Know the Best Time to Sell
Timing is everything, especially when you’re selling your Beanie Babies. There’s a specific market looking for Beanie Babies at certain times. For example, Princess the Bear is usually worth more during the anniversary of Princess Diana’s death.
You’ll also want to pay attention to Beanie Bears that correspond with specific holidays. Sell Christmas-themed Beanie Babies during Christmas, Valentine’s Day-themed bears during V-Day, etc.
There are also Beanie Babies that correspond with politics, sports, and more. Keep up with current events and sell these Beanie Babies when the time is right.
Know the Value of Your Beanie Baby
Now that you know when to sell your Beanie Babies, you’ll have to price it correctly. While we hear stories about Beanie Babies being worth thousands of dollars, these Beanie Babies are far and few between.
The rarer the Beanie Baby, the more it’s worth. Princess the Bear has been sold for $15,000 and Brownie the Bear has sold for $400. However, standard Beanie Babies are likely only worth $50 at the most.
How do you find the worth of your Beanie Baby? Search online and see what price other buyers are listing for their Beanie Babies. If you can’t find listings for your Beanie Baby, you can get an appraisal to find out how much buyers are willing to pay.
How to Sell Beanie Babies Online
Now that you know the specific buying tips, you can start selling your Beanie Babies. Online is the best place to start selling them.
Always be specific in your listing. State the Beanie Baby’s name in the title. In the description, explain if they’re rare or were a special release. Be honest if there’s any damage or if the Beanie Baby is worn.
Take detailed pictures, especially if the tag is still on them. Take pictures at every angle to prove its quality. Use SEO strategies to make your Beanie Baby appear first on search engine results.
Make the Most Money Off Your Beanie Babies
Your old Beanie Babies could be worth a lot of money. But to get the most sales and make the most money, you’ll need to know how to sell Beanie Babies.
Start by listing them at the best time and knowing their value. Then, you can create the best listing to attract buyers.
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