Does anyone use Poshmark?

[mharri20]

I hate hearing this, people just don't have any freakin ethics anymore. I haven't traded lately but I am glad that Posh finally picked where they stand, meaning it is not forbidden. I traded for a IRO jacket I really wanted but the gal was local and we met up and traded....

I'm glad they finally said its "allowed" too even though not supported. I only trade with people I seem to trust. This gal had traded a lot before and I knew she was trustworthy...just think it's rude that she has to complain to me about something, yet when she lists it she describes it even more vague! I don't get people lol

 

[chambersb]

You may only get an old pair of pants back so I suggest seeing if your buyer has items in her closet and if she does, taking screen shots because chances are, she's going to send you the ratty pair she can't sell. Be sure to take LOTS of pics and then demand to see her photo proof. Tell PM that you also have photo proof -- your listing, which shows the item in your possession (assuming you disn't use stock photos).



Posh isn't a particularly mature enterprise and their processes are lacking. Screaming loud may just win the day.

I did not use stock photos. I bought two sizes at the same time and went with the larger size and sold the others. Jeans still had tags. They were too small so I didn't model. I just took pics of the jeans close up (pic of size, and style label) and folded on the floor front & back.

I guess this process runs more or less on an honor system and some people have no honor. 😕

 

[restricter]

I did not use stock photos. I bought two sizes at the same time and went with the larger size and sold the others. Jeans still had tags. They were too small so I didn't model. I just took pics of the jeans close up (pic of size, and style label) and folded on the floor front & back.

I guess this process runs more or less on an honor system and some people have no honor. 😕

That's perfect then. You have proof the jeans were in your possession.

Next step, demand she return or provide photos of what was sent.

It may not work out in your favor but go down kicking and screaming. Let me know if I can help in any way.

 

[chambersb]

I had a moron claim that the dirt cheap lululemon sports bra I sold her was not as described. When I confronted her she said it fits smaller than the stuff she owns and I should have consulted the website and measured the item to ensure the size was right...

This person made several offers all of which I declined - I had a feeling that if I was selling NWT item for $15 and she offered $6 or $9 she would a) be a PITA scammer or b)appreciative of me selling it for $11

Posh cancelled the transaction and this scammer lists it for $29 and mentions nothing about it being small or reposhed - just wrong.

You know I hardly ever buy from sites like posh or eBay unless it's an item I am very familiar with and know before hand if it will fit. If it doesn't it's on me. I'll resell it or give it away. I'm afraid I go into too much detail on some of my listings.

Some people are never happy :/

 

[gottaluvmybags]

You know I hardly ever buy from sites like posh or eBay unless it's an item I am very familiar with and know before hand if it will fit. If it doesn't it's on me. I'll resell it or give it away. I'm afraid I go into too much detail on some of my listings.

Some people are never happy :/

I hear you, I feel the same way... It really is buyer beware. Some of this stuff I'm basically giving away- la perla bras (new) for $12.... How much more can i describe other than the size and cup? It doesn't fit me so how would I know how it fits? People ask me all kids of questions like that and I always answer the same way... I'm a size x and it doesn't fit me - I recommend they try it at the store.

I am tired of trying to sell things, I mean a lot of my things that are priced lower are selling which is cool since I really wanted to clear that stuff out. The higher priced items went to shop- hers and the realreal... I have a few more things but I'm waiting to see how it goes so I can choose wisely where to sell the remainder of my items.

 

[mster425]

I don't think I have the stomach for Posh, lol. Just to add my review as a buyer here.... I've made 3 purchases from Posh. One was cancelled by the seller. One was a pair of boots that I'd been wanting forever, I bought from a highly "shared" and followed seller. Listed as NWT from Nordstrom, they had tags but had defects and she did not disclose they had a hole punched in the sole from Nordstrom off the Rack. At first I didn't know what it was and freaked out bc there was a hole in my shoe, ha.

Most recently I bought a purse where all the photos were photoshopped and it was listed as "nearly new." Um, no. It was a wreck. I took honest pictures of it and resold it on ebay same day, I was so annoyed at myself for buying it.

So, like others have said, it's buyer beware, it doesn't have the buyer protection of Tradesy or even eBay. Both things I got the prices were low enough that I didn't care that they weren't exactly as listed and didn't leave neg feedback or anything.

 

[ToriChan]

I don't think I have the stomach for Posh, lol. Just to add my review as a buyer here.... I've made 3 purchases from Posh. One was cancelled by the seller. One was a pair of boots that I'd been wanting forever, I bought from a highly "shared" and followed seller. Listed as NWT from Nordstrom, they had tags but had defects and she did not disclose they had a hole punched in the sole from Nordstrom off the Rack. At first I didn't know what it was and freaked out bc there was a hole in my shoe, ha.

Most recently I bought a purse where all the photos were photoshopped and it was listed as "nearly new." Um, no. It was a wreck. I took honest pictures of it and resold it on ebay same day, I was so annoyed at myself for buying it.

So, like others have said, it's buyer beware, it doesn't have the buyer protection of Tradesy or even eBay. Both things I got the prices were low enough that I didn't care that they weren't exactly as listed and didn't leave neg feedback or anything.

I buy a lot on posh- they have approved all of my return requests I have filed- however each time they were horribly not as described. I got a "NWT" bag that yes had the tags reattached but had tons of pen marks on the inside. A lot of people have told me their items are "like new" and when I get them they are in clearly used, damaged condition. Each time Posh has accepted my return in 2 days.

Has anyone actually had a claim rejected?

 

[CinthiaZ]

If you all love Poshmark, you should give Threadflip a try!! It's basically the same idea

I'm addicted to both apps LOL

Mercari is another one and it is totally FREE!! They do not take ANY comission and all of the money from the sale is YOURS! It is only for IPHONE users however but it has over a million members! I just made my first sale on it and was so nice to have the label paid for by the buyer. They only charge buyers 7.00 for 2 day Priority shipping! CHeck it out! Is an awesome site and you just can't beat NO commission!

 

[CinthiaZ]

I don't care for all the comments and haggling on Poshmark! The buyers want you to give it to them! I would never sell on Poshmark. At least on other sites you don't have to argue about your asking price!

 

[CinthiaZ]

I'm so annoyed with Poshmark. They do absolutely nothing regarding the fakes on their site. I saw a LV artsy in DE listed... only problem is LV does not make an artsy in DE. So I reported it and also wrote a comment saying that LV does not make an artsy in DE due to the coated leather and that it was a fake make. Seller starts showing a sarcastic attitude with me and admits that it is a fake. Then someone wrote how it's a really good fake and then they bought it! I couldn't believe that even though the seller is admitting that the bag is a fake, poshmark will still allow the transaction. Obviously their policies mean nothing and that they are knowingly allowing transactions of fake bags; therefore, supporting terrorism and child abuse. http://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/features/a359/the-fight-against-fakes-0109/

They will have to get sued by a designer before they take trademark violations seriously. That is what happened with eBay when LV sued them and won 64 million dollars, before they got serious. I even wrote to PM and pointed out what happened to ebay, and I just got some automated response.

 

[chambersb]

I don't mind answering questions about specifics or measurements, but low ball offers annoy me so much. I'm less annoyed by a 10% - 15% off offer but when someone offers 50% off of something that is already decently priced I just ignore them.

I don't like to "model" because all bodies are different. What looks good on me may not work for you and if it looks bad on me it makes the outfit look undesirable. Besides, if it fit and looked good I would be keeping it.

I guess I'm not ready to quit it just yet. There are no decent consignment shops around here. Consignment is apparently an excellent business to get into if you want to steal. Several shops have been busted in the last few years for embezzlement. There are a couple still in business but I've bought better things at the goodwill.

 

[Pao9]

Mercari is another one and it is totally FREE!! They do not take ANY comission and all of the money from the sale is YOURS! It is only for IPHONE users however but it has over a million members! I just made my first sale on it and was so nice to have the label paid for by the buyer. They only charge buyers 7.00 for 2 day Priority shipping! CHeck it out! Is an awesome site and you just can't beat NO commission!

How do they make money?

 

[Lindsay2367]

How do they make money?

The way I'm reading it, there are fees associated with the app, just like Poshmark, etc.

From Mercari's terms of service:

Article 16 Fees and Redeeming Earnings
1. Fees
The Seller agrees to pay Mercari the transaction fee, a multiple of the price of the purchased good and the percentage defined in the Guide, when the transaction for the goods is complete.
The transaction fee amount is displayed when the Seller is Listing the goods for sale.
The Seller also agrees to pay Mercari the shipping fee, if the shipping label provided by Mercari at the amount displayed when the Seller is Listing the good for sale is chosen.
Both the transaction fee and shipping fee are subtracted from the goods’ sales price, and the Seller agrees that Mercari subtracts the fees from the Seller’s earnings. Seller also has an option to let Mercari handle the shipping, and pay for its shipping fee at fixed cost, which will be deducted from their earnings when the sale is made.

 

[CinthiaZ]

The way I'm reading it, there are fees associated with the app, just like Poshmark, etc.

From Mercari's terms of service:

Article 16 Fees and Redeeming Earnings
1. Fees
The Seller agrees to pay Mercari the transaction fee, a multiple of the price of the purchased good and the percentage defined in the Guide, when the transaction for the goods is complete.
The transaction fee amount is displayed when the Seller is Listing the goods for sale.
The Seller also agrees to pay Mercari the shipping fee, if the shipping label provided by Mercari at the amount displayed when the Seller is Listing the good for sale is chosen.
Both the transaction fee and shipping fee are subtracted from the goods’ sales price, and the Seller agrees that Mercari subtracts the fees from the Seller’s earnings. Seller also has an option to let Mercari handle the shipping, and pay for its shipping fee at fixed cost, which will be deducted from their earnings when the sale is made.

Hmmm, that's not how it was advertised! I wonder how much their fees are? I had one sale so far but the buyer paid shipping. They don't clear the payment until the buyer gets the item, so I guess I will find out then! I hate when they use false advertising! It was advertised to me that I would get ALL of the money I made.

I do have a feeling though, that is only if you leave the funds in their account and use to buy other merchandise on their site. I think they charge you if you transfer the funds to your bank. Not sure yet, but will let you know what happens. Thanks for finding that for me!

 

[CinthiaZ]

How do they make money?

The way I'm reading it, there are fees associated with the app, just like Poshmark, etc.

From Mercari's terms of service:

Article 16 Fees and Redeeming Earnings
1. Fees
The Seller agrees to pay Mercari the transaction fee, a multiple of the price of the purchased good and the percentage defined in the Guide, when the transaction for the goods is complete.
The transaction fee amount is displayed when the Seller is Listing the goods for sale.
The Seller also agrees to pay Mercari the shipping fee, if the shipping label provided by Mercari at the amount displayed when the Seller is Listing the good for sale is chosen.
Both the transaction fee and shipping fee are subtracted from the goods’ sales price, and the Seller agrees that Mercari subtracts the fees from the Seller’s earnings. Seller also has an option to let Mercari handle the shipping, and pay for its shipping fee at fixed cost, which will be deducted from their earnings when the sale is made.

I was wondering how they make money too. Some said it was from advertisers on their site. Also, I was under the impression that it was only free if you leave the money in their account, which would draw interest for them and only use the money made, to buy other merchandise on their site, which would still keep the money in their bank, drawing interest.
If you tranfer the money to your bank, I think that is when the fees occur. Will let you know