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5 Funny eBay Listings That Went Viral
Archive note: These viral listing stories and view counts come from an older eBay era. Treat them as entertainment, not a prediction of what a listing will earn today. Have you ever wondered just how to ensure that your eBay auctions attract a great deal of interest? Perhaps you can take a look at these […] Read More » -
Planning your week? Best days to buy and sell
Another weekend has disappeared in a puff of smoke. I failed miserably to list some things on eBay that I wanted to, although I did go online to buy myself a new raincoat after mine fell apart during a ‘light shower’ (it was practically ripped from my body by the violence of the rain). This […] Read More » -
Brands Back from the Brink
Toys ‘R’ Us, the shop of many a 90s child’s dreams recently filed for bankruptcy protection in the US and Canada. The emotional outpouring has been intense, but does it necessarily spell the end for the company? These days you often read about companies just like Toys ‘R’ Us going bust. With such a competitive […] Read More » -
Back to the future: Stock that time forgot
When Marty McFly visited us recently, he dropped off a magnificent load of original 1980s stock that time forgot – Ghetto Blasters with detachable speakers. Seriously awesome vintage (see them here) and still in the original boxes! They came from an old warehouse where the distribution had gone bankrupt in 1987. The warehouse was then […] Read More » -
Emoji PIN for the win!
I nearly had heart failure the other day when the security software I use on my laptop suggested that my password was one that hackers regularly try out when they infiltrate people’s accounts. I changed it immediately of course, and then the next time I logged in had completely forgotten what I had changed it […] Read More » -
Man Died at Desk and Nobody Noticed: Workplace productivity
I was reading a really interesting article in The Guardian this morning about workplace productivity and why people waste too much time in the office. I think there’s a simple answer to that – because they can! The one thing about running your own business that make my heart sing is the fact that I’m […] Read More » -
High-Markup Products: Profit Margin vs Markup
Why do some products appear to have very high markups? Our 2015 infographic explored examples such as bottled water and cinema popcorn. The percentages shown are historical estimates, not verified current costs or a ranking of today’s most profitable products. Markup and profit margin are different Markup compares the difference between selling price and purchase […] Read More » -
Plastic Fantastic! A million and one uses for plastic cups
There is no end to the amount of fantastic stock we hold at Wholesale Clearance UK, as you well know. To be fair, some of it may seem more desirable than the rest. This week, the item that’s causing most excitement – for me at least – is this lot. Because I’m ridiculously generous, I’m […] Read More » -
A small business you can run from home
Archive note: This article was first published in 2015. Check current costs, platform rules and local requirements before starting a business. There are many reasons why you may be considering taking on or starting a small business you can run from home. After the recent change in the incumbent government, it will come as no […] Read More » -
Types of Collars: Revere, Gladstone and More
From a revere collar to a Gladstone collar, the names used in clothing listings can be confusing. This illustrated glossary explains common and historic collar styles so buyers and sellers can describe garments more accurately. Quick answers: A revere collar folds back to form an open V at the neckline, often on a blouse or […] Read More »