
Turn CS skins into real money
Counter-Strike skins have an economical value. Depending on the skin, the rarity, the float or even the lore, that number can reach incredible heights. That said, if a user decides to sell his skins through the steam market, the money generated will remain in a closed circuit only to be used for other skins and/or games. In this article, we’ll touch on some of the ways to sell your skins for actual money. Put it simply, you have 3 main options:
Third-party marketplaces
Popular platforms like Buff.163, Dmarket or CSMoney give you the possibility to list your items on their website at your chosen price and hope to find a buyer. The process is simple. Create an account on the website and list your skin at your desired price. Once it’s sold you’ll have the option to withdraw to your preferred payment method once you have verified your account.
Pros
- You reach a large user base and improve your chances of a quick sale
- Platforms usually offer different withdrawal options ensuring satisfaction
Cons
- Generally transaction fees vary from 5-15%
- You might experience delays in payouts
Direct Trades
In this scenario, you find a buyer directly through platforms like Reddit, X or any kind of forum. Some individuals also make a career out of connecting buyers and sellers for high priced items. You would then negotiate the price yourself and receive payment via Paypal or Bank transfer before you transfer your skin.
Pros
- You won’t have to pay any platform fee (unless you use a professional intermediary)
- You have direct control over the price that you want to set.
Con
- There is a higher risk of scam so you will have to vet the buyers more carefully.
Cash-out services
Finally you can opt for platforms that will instantly buy your skins. Websites like SkinCashier, SkinBaron or even CSGOEmpire offer that service. The process is as simple as it gets, as you only have to login, select the skin you desire to sell and then confirm the trade offer sent by the platform. You’ll get the money directly through the withdrawal method of your choice.
Pro
- The simplicity and quickness of the operation. This is a minimal effort situation.
Con
- The catch is unfortunately the payout rates will be lower than going through a marketplace (about 50 to 80% of the market value).