Tired of trying to spark engaging conversations in your reselling community? Fact or Fiction posts are the perfect way to challenge members' knowledge, inspire debate, and keep everyone curious. Use these ready-made templates to get your group talking today.
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Fact or Fiction content taps into our natural curiosity and desire to test what we know. By presenting surprising or counterintuitive statements, these posts invite members to guess, discuss, and even debate the truth behind common reselling beliefs. This interactivity not only increases engagement but also builds a sense of community as members learn together.
In reselling, where myths and half-truths are common, Fact or Fiction posts help clarify knowledge and encourage members to seek credible information. This format is especially effective because it transforms passive scrolling into active participation, making each member feel involved and valued. The resulting discussions often become learning opportunities, strengthening trust and expertise within the group.
Fact or Fiction: You must have a business license to start reselling online.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You must have a business license to start reselling online. What do you think?"
Fact or Fiction: Selling used shoes is banned on most major platforms.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Selling used shoes is banned on most major platforms. Guess below!"
Fact or Fiction: eBay charges extra fees for international sales.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: eBay charges extra fees for international sales. Share your answer!"
Fact or Fiction: You can list the same item on multiple platforms at once.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You can list the same item on multiple platforms at once. Vote fact or fiction!"
Fact or Fiction: Photos with a plain background sell better.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Photos with a plain background sell better. What has your experience been?"
Fact or Fiction: All platforms require you to accept returns.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: All platforms require you to accept returns. What do you think?"
Fact or Fiction: Vintage clothing sells faster than electronics.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Vintage clothing sells faster than electronics. Answer below!"
Fact or Fiction: Listing items on weekends leads to more sales.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Listing items on weekends leads to more sales. Agree or disagree?"
Fact or Fiction: Poshmark only allows clothing sales.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Poshmark only allows clothing sales."
Fact or Fiction: Free shipping always increases your chances of a sale.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Free shipping always increases your chances of a sale. What do you think?"
Fact or Fiction: More photos per listing lead to fewer returns.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: More photos per listing lead to fewer returns. True or false?"
Fact or Fiction: eBay's algorithm favors new sellers.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: eBay's algorithm favors new sellers. What is your guess?"
Fact or Fiction: You cannot sell items internationally from the US.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You cannot sell items internationally from the US."
Fact or Fiction: Most buyers read the entire product description.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Most buyers read the entire product description. What do you think?"
Fact or Fiction: Handwritten thank you notes increase repeat business.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Handwritten thank you notes increase repeat business. Share your opinion!"
Fact or Fiction: You can only sell authentic brands on eBay.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You can only sell authentic brands on eBay."
Fact or Fiction: High seller ratings guarantee top search placement.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: High seller ratings guarantee top search placement. Agree or disagree?"
Fact or Fiction: Cross-posting can result in account suspension.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Cross-posting can result in account suspension. What is your experience?"
Fact or Fiction: Depop charges a flat 10 percent fee per sale.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Depop charges a flat 10 percent fee per sale."
Fact or Fiction: Most platforms ban the sale of mystery boxes.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Most platforms ban the sale of mystery boxes. Fact or fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: Seasonal items sell best in the off season.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Seasonal items sell best in the off season. What have you seen?"
Fact or Fiction: You can sell digital products on Poshmark.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You can sell digital products on Poshmark. True or false?"
Fact or Fiction: Bulk listing tools are allowed on all platforms.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Bulk listing tools are allowed on all platforms. What do you know?"
Fact or Fiction: Lowering your price every day helps items sell faster.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Lowering your price every day helps items sell faster. Discuss!"
Fact or Fiction: Most buyers prefer instant shipping.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Most buyers prefer instant shipping. Agree or not?"
Fact or Fiction: Relisting unsold items boosts visibility.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Relisting unsold items boosts visibility. Fact or fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: Selling internationally always requires customs forms.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Selling internationally always requires customs forms."
Fact or Fiction: All platforms require PayPal for payments.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: All platforms require PayPal for payments."
Fact or Fiction: Adding measurements to listings reduces returns.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Adding measurements to listings reduces returns. Do you agree?"
Fact or Fiction: eBay offers seller protection for all disputes.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: eBay offers seller protection for all disputes. True or false?"
Fact or Fiction: Shipping insurance is mandatory for high-value items.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Shipping insurance is mandatory for high-value items."
Fact or Fiction: You can sell branded packaging with used items.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: You can sell branded packaging with used items. Is this allowed?"
Fact or Fiction: Most platforms restrict selling certain electronics.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Most platforms restrict selling certain electronics. What do you think?"
Fact or Fiction: Offering bundle discounts attracts more buyers.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Offering bundle discounts attracts more buyers. Share your results!"
Fact or Fiction: New sellers get fewer views than established ones.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: New sellers get fewer views than established ones. Agree or not?"
Fact or Fiction: Some platforms limit how many items you can list per month.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Some platforms limit how many items you can list per month. What is your experience?"
Fact or Fiction: Selling in-demand brands always guarantees a sale.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Selling in-demand brands always guarantees a sale. True or false?"
Fact or Fiction: Buyers can return items for any reason.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Buyers can return items for any reason. What do you know?"
Fact or Fiction: Listing in multiple categories increases exposure.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Listing in multiple categories increases exposure. Agree or disagree?"
Fact or Fiction: Platform fees are always deducted instantly.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Platform fees are always deducted instantly."
Fact or Fiction: Only new items can be sold on Facebook Marketplace.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Only new items can be sold on Facebook Marketplace."
Fact or Fiction: Using keywords in titles improves search results.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: Using keywords in titles improves search results. Fact or fiction?"
Fact or Fiction: There is a best time of day to list your items.
💡 Example: "Fact or Fiction: There is a best time of day to list your items. Share your insights!"
To use these templates, simply select a statement relevant to your community and post it as a standalone question or poll. Encourage members to comment with their guesses or experiences before revealing the answer. For added engagement, ask members to share sources or stories that support their views. Rotate topics regularly to keep content fresh and relevant, and consider highlighting top contributors to encourage ongoing participation.
On all platforms, keep your statements clear and concise. Use images or polls where available to encourage interaction. Tag posts with relevant topics to reach interested members, and monitor comments for accuracy and respectful discussion. Adjust format for each platform's strengths, like using stories for quick quizzes or threads for deeper debates.
Absolutely! Fact or Fiction templates are perfect for sparking discussion around misconceptions like 'eBay always sides with buyers' or 'Mercari fees are the highest.' Use these scenarios to educate your group about actual platform policies, fee structures, and ways to safeguard against common pitfalls.
Try using template prompts that challenge well-known sourcing myths, such as 'Fact or Fiction: It’s impossible to find valuable items at Goodwill after 10am.' This not only engages your members but also encourages them to share their sourcing tips, schedules, and success stories.
Use platform-specific Fact or Fiction questions, such as 'Fact or Fiction: Cross-listing the same item on Poshmark and eBay will get you banned.' This opens up space for sharing correct info about cross-listing best practices, risks, and platform policies.
Pose questions like 'Fact or Fiction: Marking an item as “final sale” on eBay protects you from INAD returns.' This helps your community understand the realities of return policies and dispute resolution on various reselling platforms.
Yes! Many resellers are unclear about the risks of using stock or manufacturer photos. Use scenarios like 'Fact or Fiction: It’s fine to use brand stock photos if you’re selling authentic items.' This educates your group on copyright issues and best listing practices.
Create questions such as 'Fact or Fiction: USPS insurance always covers lost packages up to $100' or 'Fact or Fiction: FedEx is always cheaper for heavy items.' These prompts can clear up confusion and invite members to share real-world shipping experiences and solutions.
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