In this tough economy, more Kenyans are looking for ways to make extra cash — and one of the easiest and most effective ways is through online marketplaces. Whether you’re decluttering your home or starting a small business, platforms like bidorbuy.co.ke give you the tools to turn everyday items into real money.

✅ 1. Sell Items You Already Own

Most people have valuable stuff lying around — phones, kitchen appliances, shoes, old furniture — that they no longer use. Listing these items on a classifieds website is a quick and easy way to make money without investing anything upfront.

What sells:

  • Secondhand smartphones and electronics
  • Baby gear and toys
  • Gently worn clothes and shoes
  • Furniture and home appliances

👉 Tip: Clean your items, take clear photos, and write honest descriptions for faster sales.

✅ 2. Start a Side Hustle with Small Stock

Many Kenyans are turning to online platforms to run micro-businesses. You can start by sourcing affordable products — like perfumes, handbags, watches, or fashion accessories — and selling them online.

Where to find stock:

  • Gikomba, Kamukunji, or Eastleigh for wholesale deals
  • Online suppliers (Jumia, Alibaba, local resellers)
  • Import small parcels from China or Turkey

List your products on bidorbuy.co.ke and share the links via WhatsApp, Facebook groups or TikTok to get visibility.

✅ 3. Offer a Service or Skill

Marketplaces aren’t just for products. If you’re a plumber, graphic designer, tailor, photographer or even a tutor, you can list your services and get clients without spending on ads.

In-demand services:

  • Car repairs and mechanics
  • House cleaning and laundry
  • CV writing and typing services
  • Academic tutoring (especially online)

Make sure to mention your location and whether you offer home visits or remote services.

✅ 4. Flip Items for Profit

“Flipping” means buying something at a low price and reselling it at a profit. You can start by browsing classified sites or Facebook Marketplace for underpriced items, then relist them with better photos and descriptions.

What to flip:

  • Furniture
  • Phones
  • Laptops
  • Bicycles
  • MotorbikesIf done right, flipping can become a full-time business.

✅ 5. Rent Out What You Own

Not everything needs to be sold — you can also rent items you’re not using full-time. Think tools, DJ equipment, cameras, tents or even your car.

Rental ideas:

  • Power tools (drills, welders etc.)
  • PA systems for events
  • Construction equipment
  • Motorbikes or vehicles for delivery use

This is a passive income stream that doesn’t require you to part with your items permanently.

💡 Final Thoughts

Online marketplaces like bidorbuy.co.ke have made it easier for Kenyans to get into the digital economy. Whether you’re selling secondhand items or offering a skill, there’s real money to be made on your own terms — and potentially turn a side hustle into a big business.

Get started?
Post your first ad on bidorbuy.co.ke today.

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