text: i'd like to make a living selling on ebay and flea markets how do i get started?   hello. unlike what some people may believe, you can make money off of ebay and flea markets.  i much prefer selling on ebay and at flea markets than working 9 to 5 for a set wage.  plus, selling is fun!  the thing that you need to do is figure out what you are going to sell.  i know a few really great sources that you could get started on looking at.  check out the sources section below!  and, good luck! btw - remember, it will take some hard work, but just have fun!