Emerald Arc Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Greetings! I've only figured out how to trade unusuals recently, and I'm looking to learn about how to go about it. A mentor, or someone to teach me about the finer points of the skill would be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happysedits Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Buy low sell higher Xergoyf, Flaim, Shining and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umer Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Don't just take bp.tf prices, use sellers/buyers to help you judge. Scout/soldier unusuals are popular. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happysedits Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Don't just take bp.tf prices, use sellers/buyers to help you judge. Scout/soldier unusuals are popular. and check how the prices are outdated, taunts mostly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shining Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Stick to low tiers as much as possible until you have built up a decent amount of keys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimika-chan Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 Simply put Buy low sell higher THIS ^ + bigger the hat -->> bigger discount = longer time period of selling -->> bigger profit margins smaller the hat-->> smaller discount = less time + smaller profit margin in combination with Things not to do: Don't buy ugly hats Don't buy overpriced hats Don't buy the hat if you think the effect makes you want to puke Things to do: Buy hats that look appealing Buy hats that have super awesome cool mega effects Ask people if you are unsure of the offer ( Backpack.tf forums status updates/ backpack.tf discord) If you need any further help feel free to add me. But comment on my profile before you do so. You can do so by clicking the little steam button under my name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaser Posted June 11, 2017 Share Posted June 11, 2017 My simple way! 1) Buy quicksell (decent discounts) unusuals (make sure they arent overpriced, or compare them to other hats) 2) Stay away from robo-hats (unless they have an old halloween effect like arcana, darkblaze, or stare from beyond) 3) Stay away from mid-tier (30+ key) dupes (To me dupes dont matter, but there are some scummy-ass traders who say "they always do matter") 4) Dont be afraid to offer people or friends 5) Dont get scammed Examples of common scams: - Trusted Friend - OPskins fake bot scam - Paypal, or any real world currency - Marketplace.tf fake bot scam - Backpack.tf item verification scam - There are many more, but these are just the common ones i displayed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apple3141 Posted June 16, 2017 Share Posted June 16, 2017 I would recommend watching TheVirtualEconomist's Keys to Riches trading series on YouTube. It helps a lot and saves me a ton of explaining. I would recommend watching all of the episodes and keeping his advice handy. And if you haven't already, watch his unusual trading guide. A good thing to point out that when I first started trading unusuals, I was really impatient. I would want to sell unusuals the same day I bought them. Don't expect that to happen. Don't be afraid to wait several days for a decent offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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