Online resale of second-hand finds, cleaned and well photographed
Starting costs about $781 in the United States and 151,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $1,790 net per month in the United States and 452,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 4 months, with 20 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
See the numbers for my countryFree, no account, in the currency of 243 countries.
The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $781 | $1,790 |
| Nigeria | 151,000 NGN | 452,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £542 | £1,170 |
| Kenya | 36,300 KES | 58,100 KES |
| India | 15,900 INR | 42,400 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Items in good condition sit in cupboards or end up in the bin, while many buyers look for cheaper, more sustainable second-hand goods.
The solution
Buy cheaply at car boot sales, house clearances and from neighbours, clean and fix a little, photograph well and resell on classified ad sites.
Your customers
Online buyers looking for branded clothes, toys, small furniture, tableware, books or vintage items at a good price, and collectors.
How you make money
Resale at two to four times the purchase price, clearances paid by families emptying a home, bundles sold to other resellers.
Competition
People selling their own belongings, thrift and consignment shops, second-hand dealers, charity shops, large second-hand clothing platforms.
Who has an edge
An eye for items that resell well, careful photos and honest descriptions bring good ratings and faster sales.
The risks
Items that don't sell, time spent hunting, platform fees and rules, items damaged in shipping, tax rules on regular reselling.
The first 3 steps
- First sell your own belongings to learn prices
- Choose two categories, for example children's clothes and small home decor
- Buy a first bundle of 20 items for under €100
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €2,400 − costs €1,200 = €1,200 net per month. Revenue: 120 items sold × €20. Costs: buying items, platform and shipping fees, travel, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Second-hand resale online?
About $781 (United States), 151,000 NGN (Nigeria), £542 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 243 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $1,790 (United States), 452,000 NGN (Nigeria), £1,170 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 4 months, with 20 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Items that don't sell, time spent hunting, platform fees and rules, items damaged in shipping, tax rules on regular reselling.
Where do I start?
1. First sell your own belongings to learn prices 2. Choose two categories, for example children's clothes and small home decor 3. Buy a first bundle of 20 items for under €100
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