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Setting Prices, Discounts & Sales on Kingston Express
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Pricing is where profit is made or lost.
Setting the right price — and using discounts correctly — helps you stay competitive without killing your margins.
This guide shows you how to price products smartly, run discounts, and use sales the right way as a seller.
Why Pricing Matters More Than You Think #


Good pricing helps you:
- Make consistent profit
- Stay competitive
- Avoid refund disputes
- Run promotions without stress
📌 Cheap doesn’t always mean more sales.
Step 1: Set Your Regular Price #


Your regular price should cover:
- Product cost
- Marketplace commission
- Delivery handling (if included)
- Your profit
Simple pricing formula: #
Cost + Commission + Expenses + Profit = Price
💡 Always price for sustainability, not desperation.
Step 2: Use Sale Price (Discounts) #


Instead of changing your regular price:
- Use the Sale Price field
- Customers see the discount clearly
Example: #
- Regular price: $5,000
- Sale price: $4,500
🛒 Sale badges increase clicks.
When to Use Discounts #
Use discounts for:
✔ New product launch
✔ Slow-moving stock
✔ Special promotions
✔ Limited-time offers
❌ Don’t discount constantly — it devalues your brand.
Step 3: Schedule Sales (If Available) #
Some setups allow you to:
- Set sale start date
- Set sale end date
⏰ This creates urgency without manual changes.
Step 4: Pricing Variable Products #


For variable products:
- Each variation can have its own price
- Larger sizes or premium options can cost more
📌 Price differences should make sense to customers.
Psychological Pricing Tips (Simple Ones) #
✔ $4,999 instead of $5,000
✔ Show savings clearly
✔ Avoid weird decimals
✔ Don’t race to the bottom
🧠 People buy with emotion, then justify logically.
Common Seller Pricing Mistakes #
❌ Forgetting commission
❌ Pricing too low to “get sales”
❌ Using discounts all the time
❌ Not adjusting prices when costs change
⚠️ Low prices don’t fix bad listings.
Discount Best Practices #
✔ Keep discounts time-limited
✔ Be honest with “was” prices
✔ Test small discounts first
✔ Track which products sell better
Final Tip #
Smart pricing keeps you profitable and competitive.
Discounts should be a tool — not a habit 💰🧠

