Seller resources
Fees, payouts, and marketplaces can be confusing. These guides help you understand how ticket resale fees work and how to keep more of what you earn when you sell tickets.
Data points here are based on publicly available information and may change. Always confirm fees and payouts directly on each marketplace before you list or buy.
Ticket seller fee comparison
Compare estimated seller fees and buyer fees across major marketplaces like Ticketmaster, StubHub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, and more.
Best place to sell tickets (by fees)
See which marketplaces tend to leave you with the highest take-home payout after seller fees.
Why ticket fees are so high
Understand where ticket fees come from, how marketplaces justify them, and why they feel so painful at checkout.
How to sell tickets: beginner’s guide
Step-by-step basics for listing and reselling tickets safely, with tips on pricing, timing, and avoiding common pitfalls.
Ticket resale payout calculator
Estimate what you’ll actually take home as a seller — and what buyers pay — across multiple marketplaces.
StubHub seller fees explained
Breakdown of how StubHub seller fees work, what “around 15%” really means, and how to estimate your payout.
SeatGeek seller fees explained
Overview of SeatGeek seller fees, typical percentages, and how fees affect your take-home payout.
Vivid Seats seller fees explained
Guide to Vivid Seats seller fees, including the commonly cited 10% commission and what it means for your net.
Ticketmaster vs StubHub fees (for sellers)
Compare how Ticketmaster and StubHub approach seller fees, payouts, and which can leave you with more money.
SeatGeek vs StubHub fees (for sellers)
Head-to-head comparison of SeatGeek and StubHub seller fees, buyer fees, and what sellers actually net.
TickPick seller fees explained
Overview of TickPick’s seller fees and “no buyer fees” model, plus how that affects your net as a seller.
StubHub vs SeatGeek vs Vivid Seats fees
Three-way comparison of StubHub, SeatGeek, and Vivid Seats seller fees and estimated payouts.
Ticketmaster seller fees explained
High-level overview of Ticketmaster resale fees, including how variable percentages work and what to watch for as a seller.
How much should I sell my tickets for?
Pricing strategy guide to help you choose list prices that balance profit and speed, with examples and calculator tips.
Is ticket reselling legal?
Educational overview of how ticket resale laws work in general, with a focus on why you should check your local rules and event terms.
When does StubHub pay sellers?
High-level look at how StubHub payouts work, typical timelines, and what to watch for as a seller.
When does SeatGeek pay sellers?
Overview of SeatGeek’s payout timing and what that means for when you actually receive your money.
When does Vivid Seats pay sellers?
Guide to Vivid Seats seller payouts, including when funds typically arrive after an event.
When does Ticketmaster pay sellers?
High-level explanation of Ticketmaster resale payout timelines and things that can affect when you get paid.
Best time to sell tickets
Timing strategy guide for when to list tickets to balance selling quickly with getting a strong payout.
Can I sell Ticketmaster tickets on StubHub or SeatGeek?
Explainer on when and how you can move Ticketmaster tickets to other marketplaces, and what to check first.
Best place to sell concert tickets
Concert-focused version of the best place to sell tickets guide, tuned to how music events behave on resale sites.
Best place to sell sports tickets
Sports-focused guide that looks at fees, demand, and timing across marketplaces for games and playoffs.
Best place to sell theater tickets
Theater-specific guide to choosing where to resell, including patterns that differ from concerts and sports.
Run the numbers for your tickets
Once you've read through the guides, use the ticket resale payout calculator to compare estimated take-home payouts across marketplaces.
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