Do... Don’t... Wipe down furniture so it is clean. Leave wipeable stains or messes on furniture. Take 3-4 good photos of the item from different angles away from other furniture. Submit grainy, poorly lit photos, or images where the items is jammed against other pieces of furniture. Write concise title that highlight most important details. Provide excess information in the title heading. Research what the item is worth in comparison to similar items. Overcharge or undercharge (unless you’re keen to give it away for next to nothing!) Craft a clear description in the body of the ad, with any extra details relevant to what the buyer might ask about. Write a sloppy or vague description. Don’t provide excess unnecessary information. Use a respectful tone, but don’t be afraid to sell the item with enthusiastic language. Use a rude or overly informal tone. Indicate (and supply) preferred method of contact. Forget to indicate how you prefer to be contacted.