10 Tips for Charity Shop Hunting!

[@anthonyhassett]

Most Tips are good. I volunteered for a charity shop for two years straight, just finished recently to go back to college. Most Tips are good. Be helpful, polite and regular these will all get you brownie points with staff. Certain staff member specialise in certain areas. You are NEVER going to be let into the back of a charity shop for insurance and Health & Safety reasons, dont push it ever it will only peeve us off. If you make a great connection with a member of staff, the best you can hope for is to be allowed to stand on the threshold and titles to be called out to you, that is a sign of a great relationship. Another is a member of staff might hold something back they know you might like. You know which member of staff that will do that for you? its the guy with some form of Autism he is the guy who will be most likely to know what is in the back. NEVER haggle with a member of staff over price, they are priced to sell. I used to hide stuff in the back for my favourite customers. One day one came in and I had a collection of Graphic novels (Sandman) in mint condition and he wanted to pay pennies on the pound for them. Never again did I hold anything back for him.

[@optimisedpotato1983]

Being kind and helping the staff says a lot about you as a person, RG, and it's clear in the vlogs that this is a golden rule of yours. I've mentioned before that one of the best things about your videos is that I derive actual value from them and this video definitely echoes that sentiment!

[@tomgreen2737]

Your last tip is the best one it's the one that works for me the most. be polite to the old ladies and offer to the carry in bags or boxes for them.

[@RetroGhetto]

100% tip for life in general

[@RetroRivals]

These are such great tips Callum. I certainly think your last tip creates a foundation for all the rest. You can see by all the other videos you’ve done that “be kind” is a golden rule. Really really enjoyed this!

[@RetroGhetto]

Thanks guys, appreciate that. It's a good rule for life in general 🙏

[@christopher9727]

.. Jesus Christ saves He had mercy on me he can save all who all seek him today He made away through calvery repent of all sins today Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Come to Jesus Christ today Jesus Christ is only way to heaven Repent and follow him today seek his heart Jesus Christ can fill the emptiness he can fill the void Heaven and hell is real cone to the loving savior today Today is the day of salvation tomorrow might be to late come to the loving savior today Holy Spirit can give you peace purpose and joy and his will today John 3:16-21 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God. Mark 1.15 15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel. 2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. Hebrews 11:6 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Jesus

[@jonnypassmore1851]

To be nice is a great top tip. “What goes around comes around”…. I’ve made a lot of contacts over the years in collecting and its surprising what I’ve been able to pick up through being aloud first look/back room privileges. Great video as usual bud!

[@RetroGhetto]

Yeah 100% good motto for life in general. Thanks for watching Jonny 👊🏻

[@steammachine3061]

My charity shop tip is going daily and getting there close to when charity shops open their doors. I'm fortunate that I work a 4 on 4 off rota so on my 4 off I'm straight into town after the the school run and have time for a coffee before the first charity shop is even open. Iv personally never known a charity shop to not sell 18 cert media. Every charity shop I visit iv always seen a mix of age ranges. Another benefit of being a regular visitor even if you don't always buy is that the staff will get to know you and are more likely to not only let you know when stuff is coming in but also more likely to offer you discounts. Even better if you have young kids' you would be surprised just how endearing they are to some of the staff that work there. Iv walked out of charity shops with freebies purely because they recognised my kids. Lastly, do donate as well. I'm not saying drop off you're fave games and dvds but if you are having a clear out and you have dvds that you know you would just get pittance for at cex or they won't even take them then consider dropping them off at your local chazza shop. The scratch their back and they'll scratch yours approach never hurts. Even if it's just carrier bags, chazza shops do appreciate that as well

[@RetroGhetto]

Yeah kids work wonders for sure 😅

[@MrBennyT]

Love it mate, manners and being nice should be second nature but so many forget it.

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one Ben, 100% people would have more success in life generally with that one! Thanks for watching mate 👊🏻

[@kieranthorburn8421]

Great tips mate. I hit my locals up as often as I can even tho I know other people do the same! I managed to pick up 16 Xbox 360 games today for £2 and I haven’t found games in that one for months

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice Kieran! Only takes one visit to turn your luck around! 👊🏻

[@DadLadsGaming]

Be nice.......the best advice for life👍👍 I wish more people took this advice.

[@RetroGhetto]

100% Marcus!

[@johnbest4320]

Some fantastic genuine honest tips with alot of collectors there very secretive of sharing information but you callum give such honest genuine advice & it is from the heart getting the family involved aswell you give such great advice & if people can implement some of your tips they will do so much better another amazing vlog by my favourite channel have a smashing week enjoy your evening #RetroGhetto 👊 💨

[@RetroGhetto]

John I always appreciate your comments, thanks for the kind words and taking the time to watch 👊🏻

[@Progressive.G]

Good advice bro! Really comes down to building a rapport and a relationship and being respectful.

[@RetroMoments]

While getting to the back of the store is quite the opportunity, there's nothing as helping a stranger. Especially if the person has the same hobbies as you. I helped a person value his entire Game Collection. It resulted in the best retro game deals of all time for me.

[@tomrand7851]

Good tips mate. It's worth enquiring with smaller more independent charity shops about what they do with electrical goods like consoles, because they have to be pat tested a lot of them wont bother selling them but if you share your details and let them know you're interested I've had them actually ring me every few weeks. Had a few DS's and 3DS games from that 👍

[@RetroGhetto]

Yeah I've had a few electrical items by purchasing them prior to them being PAT tested. Nice one Tom 👊🏻

[@retrowoody8898]

Great video again mate… good to see you In Matlock Bath arcade’s… I live In Matlock so great to see it in you’re video 👍

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one Woody, it's a great place to visit 👊🏻

[@badblood1644]

100% be nice goes a really long way the better you are with people the more likely they are to help you in the future #keephunting

[@RetroGhetto]

💯 nice one Brad 👊🏻

[@boxwright9651]

Think you missed the most important one Get there before Callum 😂

[@RetroGhetto]

😅🤣 Can't argue with that one

[@gloverdragon6854]

100% correct on that creating space and social awareness point. People underestimate the power of people looking at you and the thing that you’re doing bringing attention bro yourself. People looking at you, passing judgement with their eyes can make you self conscious and that can cause you to make a mistake or feel rushed(depending on your level of confidence). Always try to create a methodical approach to how you’re doing things, try to get in the shop at optimal opening times that have less people in them but also allows you to have first pick of the bunch.

[@RetroGhetto]

Yeah definitely, good point man 👊🏻

[@chrismasonUK]

I like the Charity Shop Lady at the end :)

[@RetroGhetto]

😄 she is a legend!

[@alextodd4474]

Great tips for sure have a great week

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one Alex and you Sir 👊🏻

[@Majikal_Mike]

I haven't been collecting as long as you, but I've been doing it for a decent amount of time, and I sort of forget to ask. Watching this reminded me and on my lunch hour trawl across the town centre, lo and behold a winning smile and some asking netted me two PS1 games in perfect condition (one of which was Tekken!). Kudos big fella!

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice, lunch hour hunt, love that! Great find, can't go wrong with Tekken! Thanks for watching Mike 👊🏻

[@steve36207]

The retro gretto always gets me 🤣 be nice is the best bit of advice ever bud 👍 I can't seem to find anything in my local charity shops at the, will always pop in though as you never know 🤞😄

[@RetroGhetto]

😅 she's a legend bless her! Keep trying Steve! Hopefully these tips will help 🙏

[@emez840]

Thank you deeply for leaving a impact and putting a smile on my face & for many of us will agree watching & relate,A man is defined by the impact that he leaves & the people he came into contact with has been positive.hold on to them fundamental quality have faith and on the other side is something great👍 what beautiful soul retro ghetto thank you for tips and knowledge epic great example to the community need more people like you in this world 🌍 keep doing what your doing🔥🔥🔥

[@RetroGhetto]

Appreciate the support Emez 👊🏻

[@chocolocojames213]

I usually just pick up, pay, and leave. But when I saw the Japanese version of the Vectrex, the shop owner and I started a conversation about retro games. It was fun😊😊😊

[@RetroGhetto]

Yeah always helps to build rapport if you can 👍

[@Jake-qe6wc]

Brilliant video pal definitely the space one of your not very confident I’m definitely not very confident I no about a month ago I saw you at a weekend in derby I didn’t no what to say 🤣 but yeah great video pal 👍🏻

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one Jake! Creating space helps me too, just gives a bit more time take informed decisions. Was good to meet you man 👊🏻

[@CraigBlackshaw94]

Of course this comes out on a day I do a big hunt around the area 👏🏻 your confidence and personality inspires me so thank you!

[@RetroGhetto]

Thanks Craig! Nice! Where did you hit up mate?

[@CraigBlackshaw94]

@@RetroGhetto I started at Kirkby sales, then worked my way down Derbyshire back towards Burton 😂

[@normanwood1994]

great tips (tho no-one would be allowed in the back room of my charity shop due to health and safety and security cioncerns). One tip I would add is that if you go the same big shop regularly try to find out who the games/dvd guy is and when he works. No stalking! Old ladies want nothing to do with games dvds etc and will leave it to one person. In my shop thats me. I work every thursday. At noon on Thursady the dvd/game shelves are the fullest they'll be all week. Any such donations are piled up till I'm in on the next Thursday.

[@davidprice26]

Great tips Callum. One thing I used to do was to pass by some of the more how shall I say this scatty charity shops. Never again as in one of these I found a game cube to gameboy converter with the disc. From the outside it looked a complete shambles inside but I was mistaken.

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one David, yeah always worth taking a look. That's a great find with the disc! 👏

[@AndrewDurie-nu1br]

Thanks for the advice helped a lot

[@DaveysGameCorner]

Some Great tips Callum. My anxiety doesnt help at times when i go into charity shops, Will take these tips on board when i next pop into Lichfield.

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one Davey, the create space might help you with that. Good luck on your hunts man 👊🏻

[@adamwragg4606]

Great tips callum! I'll be using the asking to see if there's any games in the back for instance, only used it once so far and no luck but I'll keep trying 👌

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one Adam, good luck on your future hunts man 👊🏻

[@adamwragg4606]

@Retro Ghetto cheers callum you too! 👊

[@dannyhtheretrogamingmaster9548]

Those are good tips for buying from charity shops. I always prioritise the ones more likely to get deals over thoe ones who simply price match ebay and cex. I was chatting with the owner of my local video game store and learned that some that are expensive have prices either set by their head office or the shop manager as often different branches of the same charity shop have completely different price structures.

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one Danny , yeah that can be the case.... but not always implemented. I was told that all BHF stores are supposed to sell games online, but found some in a BHF just last week. Thanks for watching man 👊🏻

[@steammachine3061]

I find that Sally army prefers a quick turnover and will just push the product out of the door regardless of what it is. Only occasionally will they know they have something a bit special and mark it up, and even then, it's still considerably less than what you would pay for used retail. Some of my best bargains have been from Sally army. Although they dont often have a lot of games in'when they do, they're a bargain even when they're considered cheap games to begin with. I'll happily pick up the shovelware from them as I'm either paying what its worth or less, and I'll occasionally grab a 50 quid game for 50p as well

[@jameshollyoak8230]

Remember most of the staff are volunteers, so be extra nice to them ❤

[@lallen1982]

Fair play Callum 🤙🔥

[@RetroGhetto]

Thanks Lee 👊🏻

[@MotivationalGrindForLife]

Thanks for the tips!!

[@joelreeve9871]

This is amazing I watch you all the time from Stafford mate Matlock looks good 👍🏼

[@RetroGhetto]

Appreciate it Joel, do you have much joy in the Stafford charity shops? Appreciate the support man 👊🏻

[@joelreeve9871]

Yeah it’s not too bad only a couple but I like rugeley that’s good I like to venture out on a ps2 ps3 collection 👍🏼

[@RetroRewind77]

Cool video dude 👊🏻

[@RetroGhetto]

Thanks RR 👊🏻

[@DuPz0r]

I frequent my local charity shops once a week and I also find new stuff comes in Sundays, I go Monday mornings, after I've dropped the kids into school. (Lucky day off work). But not every trip is fruitful. Sometimes I go weeks without any new games in their selection. I find myself flipping through the same sports and dance titles each week. 😅 It's just a luck & waiting game.

[@RetroGhetto]

Yeah absolutely, the more you go, the more you'll find! Just gotta keep at it! Thanks for watching man 👊🏻

[@KohighMathy]

Top Tips from a Top Lad 🙂 I'm not a avid Charity shop Retro Game hunter, I'll often have a look if i find myself in one. as Fun as you make the hobby look I just sadly dot have the time. Crackin /video as always fella, keep up the good work

[@RetroGhetto]

Appreciate the support as always Kohigh. Thank you man 👊🏻

[@melikelara]

Thanks for the Tips, I will try some out but so far in hunting for the last 2 years I've never found anything decent YET, got to keep trying though as you never know...

[@RetroGhetto]

Thanks for watching! Yeah keep trying, only takes one visit to turn your luck around! Hopefully these tips will help 🙏

[@melikelara]

Oh forgot to say thanks "Retro Getro"! 😂😂😂

[@gingerhippieg]

Keep going callum, your a legend

[@RetroGhetto]

Appreciate it mate 👌 thanks for watching

[@emez840]

Another great tip to add for eBay bids I’ve found useful and works every time and always win 🏆 the bid that is last person before will be the sale price you will win the bid example bid at £50 last 10 seconds who Eva is bidding last will get the 2nd last bids price say at 58 but in them 10 seconds I bided £100 I won the bid at £58 pounds always win 🏆and works hope this helps out all about passing on the knowledge & helping the community god bless everyone 👏

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one Emez, thanks for watching 👊🏻

[@tonytechpowell]

Good tips mate have to Try in my town 👍 😀

[@RetroGhetto]

Thanks Tony, good luck mate 👊🏻

[@tonytechpowell]

@Retro Ghetto Thanks mate.

[@jonathanpearson72]

Getting into the back is amazing my oxfam shop allows me to do that before they put them online it’s amazing

[@RetroGhetto]

💯 if you can get BRP's you are on to a winner 🏆

[@Big-Mike]

Whats she no about the retro getro haha

[@RetroGhetto]

😅🤣 bless her

[@Groupon_Code]

Oi oi love the video. This is just a quick question in one of the videos you've mentioned that you used, Mr. Muscle polish to take off the nasty CEX labels and glue off the game boxes. Is there a picnic kind that you ues? thanks

[@RetroGhetto]

Thanks man! Apologies its Mr Sheen (polish) I use, not Mr muscle

[@Groupon_Code]

@Retro Ghetto Thanks, my dude. I had 2 days cataloguing my games collection. I'm at 542 games, and I have a massive pile of stickers and labels to get rid off hahah

[@Marathon_Gaming]

Great advice 🤛🏼

[@RetroGhetto]

Thanks MG 👊🏻

[@Pacmanfan-po9rn]

I find the bigger chains often have nowt, whilst local charities have better stuff

[@RetroGhetto]

Interesting, it's a case if trying to find out why that is? Find out if they sell them online etc?

[@PV-uk5uk]

Hi! I intend to go to UK someday, what retro game stores would you recommend to me? Maybe CEX stores? (considering good prices and good varieties) Greetings from Brazil! I'm your subscriber from Brazil 😁 Thanks for one more video

[@RetroGhetto]

Hey PV, depends where abouts you visit. There are lots of great independent Game stores in the Birmingham area

[@ClownFish316]

Great tips 👍 I never knew that charity shops can’t sell things over 18

[@RetroGhetto]

I think very few shops actually enforce it

[@anthonyhassett]

@@RetroGhetto I never checked an age against a customer, 50c a DVD every time n questions

[@jamieparker4061]

Thank you for the tips. But please leave some of the Leicester charity shops to me please 😜😜

[@RetroGhetto]

😅 no promises Jamie

[@ruff_house]

Is your thumbnail photo the charity shops in woodbridge?

[@BearableEntertainment]

"Can I just pop in the back love?" I'll try that tonight.😅 But you might be right, could take years to build up those privileges. Ps.. the red are coming for ya. ⚽️

[@RetroGhetto]

😅

[@bal5884]

"Can I just pop in the back love" 😅😅😅

[@RetroGhetto]

😈 😅

[@thisisstupid6524]

When you have collected everything you want on 360 what system will you collect for ?

[@RetroGhetto]

I put a video out last week with my current collecting focus 👍

[@thisisstupid6524]

@@RetroGhetto of course you did , buying switch games ...

[@broboy5730]

Any extra tips on this for u18s? Is it harder? Many thanks m8

[@RetroGhetto]

Yo man. How do you mean? I was referencing over 18 dvds, game etc...

[@funkyphil]

I`ve been scouting local charity shops for the last month or so and found nothing! I ask if there are anymore in the back and it`s always no whats there is all we have. Shop after shop of Fifa`s and stuff worth nothing! And when i actually thought i hit something (Assassins Creed Valhalla for Xbox X/S for £2!) the game in it was Assassins creed for Xbox 360! I`ll keep trying but its pretty soul destroying.

[@RetroGhetto]

I've had runs like that myself, just gotta keep going hopefully some of these tips will help you Phillip

[@Daisy-wy5mn]

Buying the kids a toy should be no.1 mine never moan about going in them these days

[@RetroGhetto]

Yeah definitely Daisy, and it works 2 fold as it helps them learn about giving things back to others when it's time to thin the toys out.

[@davidmister8037]

these are good tips but the chances of finding valuable video games in charity shops are slim to nothing. I think in the 3 and a half years (pretty much daily) i’ve been hunting in them i’ve found about 12 games that are worth more than £15. Literally all the shops now know exactly how to research their worth and price them to match.

[@leelaird1544]

Hi mate I doing what your doing games dvds I love it cex do box sets £1 if you you see

[@RetroGhetto]

Nice one Lee 👊🏻

[@leelaird1544]

@@RetroGhetto yes I got dvds and games 🎮

[@thedancingalien7766]

Mmm.

[@BearableEntertainment]

"Can I just pop in the back love?" I'll try that tonight.😅 But you might be right, could take years to build up those privileges. Ps.. the red are coming for ya. ⚽️

[@RetroGhetto]

😅

[@christopher9727]

. Do you know Jesus Christ can set you free from sins and save you from hell today Jesus Christ is the only hope in this world no other gods will lead you to heaven There is no security or hope with out Jesus Christ in this world come and repent of all sins today Today is the day of salvation come to the loving savior Today repent and do not go to hell Come to Jesus Christ today Jesus Christ is only way to heaven Repent and follow him today seek his heart Jesus Christ can fill the emptiness he can fill the void Heaven and hell is real cone to the loving savior today Today is the day of salvation tomorrow might be to late come to the loving savior today Romans 6.23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. John 3:16-21 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil. 20 For every one that doeth evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest his deeds should be reproved. 21 But he that doeth truth cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made manifest, that they are wrought in God. Mark 1.15 15 And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel. 2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. Hebrews 11:6 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him. Jesus