1. What is the GW2 TP Calculator?

The GW2 TP Calculator helps Guild Wars 2 players calculate their potential profit from Trading Post transactions after accounting for the 15% trading post fee.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• \( Sell \) — Your selling price in gold
• \( Buy \) — Your purchase price in gold
• \( 0.85 \) — Represents the 85% you keep after 15% TP fee

Explanation: The equation calculates your net profit after the trading post takes its cut.

3. Importance of Profit Calculation

Details: Accurate profit calculation is crucial for making informed trading decisions and maximizing your gold earnings in Guild Wars 2.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your buy and sell prices in gold (can include silver and copper as decimals). All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why multiply by 0.85?
A: Guild Wars 2 takes a 10% listing fee when you post and 5% transaction fee when sold, totaling 15%.

Q2: Should I include taxes in my calculations?
A: This calculator already accounts for the standard 15% TP fee in its calculations.

Q3: What's considered a good profit margin?
A: This depends on the item and market conditions, but generally 20%+ profit after fees is good.

Q4: Can I use this for flipping items?
A: Yes, this is particularly useful for calculating potential profits from buy-low-sell-high strategies.

Q5: Does this work for gem exchange calculations?
A: No, the gem exchange has different mechanics and fees.