Sharing the Wealth

Learn how to manage your inventory and make gold in World of Warcraft by wisely handling white and green items, and when to sell them at the Auction House or to vendors.

Hey there! So, you're wondering about "Sharing the Wealth" in World of Warcraft, right? It's all about being smart with the stuff you pick up, especially those common white items and the slightly rarer green ones. Think of it like this: not everything you loot is meant for your personal stash or to be instantly sold to a grumpy vendor.

First off, those plain white items? If you're part of a guild, anything white that you don't immediately need, like extra water, food, or potions, is usually a prime candidate for the guild bank. It’s a great way to help out your guildmates and keep your own bags from overflowing. Just remember, this usually doesn't apply to white equipment or weapons – those might be worth keeping or selling!

Now, green items, also known as uncommons, are where things get a bit more interesting and potentially profitable. You'll want to make sure all the greens you find out in the world make it back to town with you. I'm not saying you need to drop everything and hearthstone the moment you get one, but when your bags start filling up, prioritizing those greens is key. Why? Well, besides the chance to use them yourself or trade them with your guild, they're often worth way more when sold on the Auction House (AH) than to a simple vendor. Honestly, selling a green item directly to a vendor is rarely the best move.

It gets pretty interesting at higher levels, too. Sometimes, the deposit fee to list an item on the Auction House is actually less than what you'd get selling it to a vendor. And if you can sell it for more gold on the AH, that's a win-win! However, there's a little caveat: after you hit level 40, if a common item isn't fetching much gold on the AH, it might actually be worth more to sell it to a vendor. Keep an eye on those prices!