Always Check Online First
quick search on eBay before you buy an item.
Check for Markings
Kovels is just one of many sites with a great directory of pottery stamps organized by shape and letter.
Shop High-End Locations
Higher-end areas tend to amass higher-end thrift store hauls, so you might find better-quality and name-brand goods in those neighborhoods
Use Discount Days
many shops have a day or two each month where items are deeply discounted to make room for the next batch.
Clean It Up
Consider the cost of cleaning and the risk of damage to the item too.
Consider Packaging Costs
Office Depot/Office Max, Papermart.com, and even Amazon can be great places to pick up boxes that better match the sizes of the items you’re shipping.
Be Mindful of Shipping Costs
The larger and heavier the item, the more it will cost to ship
Do Your Research
shipping and listing fees should be factored into the final cost
Best Thrift Store Items to Turn a Profit
Books and Textbooks ( example a set of “Harry Potter “Anne of Green Gables,” “The Lord of the Rings,” “The Hunger Games,” and “Little House on the Prairie.”Keep an eye out for college textbooks as well, since students might donate them without checking their resale value.
Picture Frames
Picture frames are always in high demand, especially when they’re large or ornate. Larger frames are ideal for local sale, while smaller ones can be shipped to a happy new owner, with or without the painting.
Video Games
Generally, the oldest and the newest games sell best, so avoid titles from outdated systems
Brand-Name Clothes or Clothing Lots
Brand-name garments sell well because people search for certain labels
Pyrex and Glassware
Glassware lovers enjoy vintage Pyrex cookware, as well as glass in different shapes and colors
Sporting Equipment
Brand-new sporting goods are expensive, so as long as they’re in good shape and without wear, rips, tears, or deterioration
Records and Record Players
Many thrift shops have an area for old records and record players, and both are highly collectible
What are some products I should flip to make money?
• Musical Instruments.
• Designer handbags and accessories.
• Seasonal items.
• Tools & equipment.
• Home decor items.
• Board games.
• Sports memorabilia.
• Exercise equipment.
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