This Was A Hard Pill To Swallow For My Reselling Business

[@mookstreasuretrove]

All too relatable this video. Ive lost some footage as well, transferring from SD card to hard drive and deleting the wrong folder…

[@vinyl1Earthlink]

I don't know anything about how SD cards work, but you might see what happens when an SD card is erased. Are all the bytes overwritten, or are the files just deleted from the directory and the actual space marked as available? Many people think that formatting a computer hard drive erases all the files, but they're really still there and can be recovered. SD cards might be similar, because overwriting billions of bytes takes a long time, and it doesn't make sense to do that. I suggest you consult with a data-recovery expert.

[@vinyl1Earthlink]

I did a little research. There seems to be a number free SD card data recovery software packages, a bunch of KZbin videos on how to recover data from an SD card, and many businesses who offer SD card recovery as a service. Given your level of computer expertise, and the value of the files, I suggest paying for professional recovery service.

[@Rodogg7787]

Have you seen the one person's video where they had one more attempt to unlock a Samsung phone that had 6 million dollars of bitcoin on it.. Now that would be nerve racking!

[@vinyl1Earthlink]

@@Rodogg7787 - Unlocking a phone is different from recovering a storage device, which is wide open. If you're nervous, you could just to copy the entire raw data on the card to another device, and work on the copy.

[@Sues007]

Just a note you have a great place there sir. Thank you for taking the time to get us this good information. As long as you are ok physically don't worry about little stuff like film tape being erased. In the long run that is nothing. I fell this year and could not walk for 6 months with not much help from others so... you will be ok!! (Sterling)

[@farmerjones5479]

Too old to scrap copper! I shall seek and scrap "STERLING!" FOR THE W.I.N.

[@laurikane7326]

My Go 2 Tape

[@ChosenGoodsReseller]

We don’t have the best sourcing in the winter here in rural Texas outside Fort Worth. Buuuuut, I have oversourced and also been given a lot. Now I’m organizing a ton & when I get the bug to source, I go open a box I haven’t opened yet and get excited over what’s there 😂. Ready to get it all listed, so I can do the big sale up by y’all next year

[@gaylebartlett4631]

I buy buy buy and have a giant death pile... I only have a short season of yard sales, so I buy as much as I can... then I list over the winter. I also do a weekly trip to a thrift store (to feed the addition), but am VERY selective since the cost of goods is so high. I do online auctions too for jewelry, but only buy when its super special. Yard sale prices are SO good, I just have to stock up while I can. I have been bitten as prices change and sometimes the price of an item falls by the time I get to it... but, mostly it works... a death pile makes me happy :)

[@pamelasnook193]

#Sterling. So sorry to hear about the loss of the picks! Love the content. Maybe you could recreate your picks in haul videos. Show some of what you picked and tell us why you picked it. ???

[@Just-a-jersey-girl]

Sterling is the word you said to put in the comment. I love that you give treats to your fur kids and don't totally ban them.

[@ELDORADO-of9jn]

This is the real life of a reseller, it's not all glamorous

[@Antiqueexcavator]

Long time eBay reseller here. Big fan of yours! Love your content and honesty. In the Chicago suburbs we have an almost unlimited number of estate sales so we’re very lucky!

[@brianklaus2468]

There are data recovery programs for erased SD card data- as long as the card itself isn’t damaged you should be able to recover it

[@brianklaus2468]

And to add as long as you haven’t recorded over it since

[@rockrollresale2668]

Best me to it. Scan that card.

[@lauramiller7680]

Sterling - have been enjoying your videos and content for several years now. Thanks for being genuine and sharing your knowledge.

[@brendamurray2429]

Sterling Sorry to hear about your loss 💐 love your videos You have new adventures waiting for you. You got this. STERLING

[@nitashay]

Love finding find beautiful sterling silver items. I've worn vintage jewelry for decades. Enjoy your content.

[@TheTCIMAN]

Sorry to hear about your lost video! I've also learned the hard, now I back things up before it's too late! Thanks for all your great info! ( Sterling)

[@mcherry5261]

Sterling. So sorry about the loss of your footage. Please find another back up source or a few more cards. 😢. Thanks so much for all you do and share with us! Happy Holidays 🦃🎄🥳

[@shawnmariemann]

I feel your pain. I used to run a website for amusement parks and each year I visited the parks in my state to take pictures of all the rides. Some parks were close and I visited many times, others I only could afford to visit once a year. One year I lost the photos from an SD for one of those single visit parks. I was so sick when I figured it out - I was already home, couldn't afford another trip etc etc etc. And I had no new pictures that year for that park. I beat myself up every time I remembered it. But from that point on I changed the SD card EVERY TIME I took a trip. SD cards were cheap compared to the loss of those pictures. I'm so sorry it happened to you.

[@NiftyNate-sy7gp]

STERLING this would make a great gift for my husband🤞I feel so bad about the loss of your footage. Seems like you are moving on from the disappointment-congrats!

[@diankirkpatrick8162]

It's been 1 year this week that I started flipping, I'm no where near where you're at but I do have a good sized dead pile, I live in Ohio and I'm retired, I figured it would give me something to work on during the winter. I've learned a lot from your videos, I love watching them.

[@MomaRain]

Sterling! I'm so sorry about your lost footage. I've lost important family footage before and it took me longer than a week to stop fretting about it! I love your positive attitude!

[@elleryqueen1638]

I love the fact that you share these challenging situations and most importantly, what you're going to do to work through it. Thanks, Kevin, for your candid view of reselling. Sterling

[@sarahsinger9065]

Sterling. Remember that every event is a “lesson or a blessin’” for us to learn from or enjoy. Keep loving your life and your family! 🙏🏻

[@jenshea1017]

Would love some estate sale picking if you need to make some more content in the winter. I like how you talk through the picking process sometimes at estate sales.

[@sherischleben7621]

Sorry about the data Bud! Love ur content. What I’m sure u we’re a great teacher! Beautiful property! Great mention of the Bearded thrifter! U were in his last video! 2 of my favs!

[@flipping_for_funds]

We buy and list and slowly build a death pile. Then we list as much of the death pile as we can before thanksgiving. Then we rely on our draft bank and whatever we find in local thrift stores, Walmart clearance, etc until yard sale season comes around.

[@faithhundley3313]

Sterling! Thanks for sharing. I am so sorry about the video footage. I love the picker videos. :)

[@snapperhead1971]

Sterling! You have a beautiful family and enjoy the channel very much. Keep up the good work.

[@cynthiawells9295]

Sterling! I am so sorry about the lost footage. I know you are a hard worker and will overcome the setback. Keep the faith Kevin!

[@lauriemedsker8488]

I love your picker channel. The stuff I have in my house that I thought wouldn't sell will because I've seen you sell it. Your 2 channels have taught me more than anyone else. Thank you for sharing all the information you give. It has given me the confidence to start selling the beginning of next year.

[@coreydye6192]

Sterling . Appreciate all you share. Unfortunate about your footage. Love that your priorities are clear to you, and your efforts to balance your life and cherish your family.

[@fatgrandmafinds]

I totally get it. Having experienced the loss of files over the years (due to a number of reasons) I constantly have 2 external hard drives attached to my PC and I save data from my camera every time I get home and that is then backed up to the external HDs. I am overly diligent about backing up/saving/copying/etc. because of those past losses. I've cried over this type of thing in the past so I understand. I have no doubt there will be opportunities for grabbing more content without it affecting your family time

[@laziestninja1]

Sterling! Great video as always. I’m sorry about your video loss but sounded like you found a great way to make up for it. ❤

[@alfonsoalfonso647]

I remember getting Slush Puppies at the old Kmart in my area. A refreshing treat on hot summer days. Fond memories.

[@flippinmylid]

Sourcing for me is seasonal too. I live in New England so, I have about a 5 month window to source. My local Salvation Army and Good Will stores are out pricing themselves, that also makes it difficult to pick up product during the colder months here.

[@s.latina4858]

My go 2 tape. Ouch on the content loss. Appreciate your share as we all have those moments in our business. Sourcing right now is dismal in my area. So it goes.

[@holleyvanoski1537]

Sterling! Go 2 tape. Sure is not fun to loose all that work. My death pile is huge and I am getting more organized to clear the house. It does stress me but the cha ching on my phone makes me happy.

[@MojoMama7]

Sterling - Thank you for the great content. Been selling part-time for a few years with a disability. Hope to create a better life for myself on my terms. Love seeing all of the beautiful animals and scenery. Your videos give me some peace of mind. All the best!

[@str8xckution]

It stinks to lose footage, but please take this as an opportunity to take your new trailer and travel during some of the winter and film. Taks the lemons and make some lemonade to make the best of the situation. I'm sure your friends and fans would love the opportunity to have you pick in their towns!

[@stilldiggin65]

Sterling. Thanks for your great KZbin videos Kevin. They are awesome . Iam from Canada and me and my wife enjoy your content. Thanks

[@bella8994]

Always enjoy your videos. My husband and I can spend hours watching you! Sterling

[@commonwealthflipper]

Thank you

[@boomboomboom76]

Love the shirt!!! ❤ and of course the shows and bless you are your family

[@RuthMorgan-yh8mq]

I really enjoy watching you I started watching you after the bearded thrift mashane said something about you you are the most honest sincere person I have ever seen keep app the good work God bless you

[@commonwealthflipper]

Wow. Well thank you

[@miladelpamatmat]

I started sourcing out of estate sales and online auctions when I began reselling. And that's something I can do throughout the year even in the six months of wintery weather. Summer garage sales and church rummage sales is a boost, of course. But to help get through winter, I do build up a small pile of things so I don't have to depend on buying when the weather is rough. I tend to hold onto projects which will take a little work but I get to stay cozy warm at home and learn about certain niches that way. Last year it was a war games lot that needed sorting. For this winter, I've acquired an antique car parts lot from someone who used to do swap meets.

[@ChosenGoodsReseller]

Ohhhh Kevin, I’m so sorry that you lost that content. I just want to encourage you to continue to stay positive, something great will come of this when you trust that the new plan is bigger than the old 😊 as you know. Happy Thanksgiving prep week to you and your beautiful family.

[@commonwealthflipper]

Nice to see you in the comments.

[@cottagekeeper]

So sorry 😞 thankful you’ve got a game plan. Hang in there!

[@TimsGirl1978]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family 🦃🦃🦃🦃!!

[@Grannysnook59]

Sterling . Wonderful video as usual. Great information as always. Thank you.

[@muttonridgefinds5740]

Sterling Keep'em coming! Thank you for the great content. Best wishes, S.

[@Angelica71771]

I love how you run your business. You always have great product and are so organized. Sorry to hear about your SD card. As annoying as that would be just think of the things that ARE going right:)

[@americanarbitrage]

Glad you're feeling better Bro...ive been there, done that ( on a smaller scale). Sad Kevin was a weird time ;)

[@hanfordfindings5518]

Sterling. Thanks for the content Kevin. Although I don’t make KZbin content, I can understand being upset losing all that content. It’s a big deal. But you do have a great positive attitude. Living in Connecticut we don’t have a lot of yard sales much of the year. There are a few good thrift stores that have okay prices. Sometimes you can find good deals at Goodwill. Found a Tod’s purse for $15.99. Swept that into my cart and put some clothes on top so no one would see it in my cart. I didn’t want to buy it right then and put it in the car because I had a 25% off all full priced items.

[@UBUALWAYS]

Sterling. Love your channel. Sourcing is difficult every day. We don't have enough people where I am.

[@leebrown9658]

Sterling. I have been watching your videos for a little bit and learning as I watch. I am looking to start selling on ebay in early 2024.

[@edosaesanboreriamiatoe503]

Sorry for your loss footages! I feel for you! Keep the great work!

[@thenormal1]

Sterling !! Love the show. I've been selling on eBay for 5 yrs now. It started with your videos... But I won't hold that against you. 😂

[@joycethomas6773]

Yes my death pile is huge. But I did have a yard sale in Colorado on Saturday, November 18 with wonderful 60 degree temp and no wind. I do tend to source more than I should but enjoy the sourcing.

[@MarySitaras]

Thanks as always for the content. So sorry you lost all that footage... #My Go 2 Tape.

[@bigstevan]

I was wondering where you got your craft paper rack. I have recently been getting big rolls from Sam's Club and haven't had much luck finding a reasonably priced rack. I have the opposite problem as you do. We usually have garage sales almost year-round in Texas. The problem is competition here. Some folks don't even get out of their truck and ask for prices for items as I am parking. I was at a yard sale recently and a woman was asking me for prices, then got annoyed I did not respond. She honked at me. I just started laughing. Told her it was not my sale.

[@darlynmcintosh5417]

Sterling. We purchased the tape and bubble wrap. It’s much better than Walmarts!!! Thankyou Kevin

[@ZOSOACERO]

The days of cleaning Revere Ware are over. I can spend hrs putting a mirror on the copper, and you're right. it's about a $5 difference. I had an sd card do that once and I will never trust them again. I back things up all the time.

[@FourKidsASMR]

Sterling. You and adhdave are about the only resellers I watch regularly. Good content.

[@postcardguy]

I moved a year ago south from NJ to FL. It is great sourcing year round here now. But I always believed in buying the good stuff when you see it. I constantly buy and continue to list even I though I have 10,000 items in reserve waiting to list. Granted, my items are small and compact.

[@HereWeGeaux]

Sterling…good luck and I’m glad I ran across your channel…

[@pauladavis2692]

Sterling! Im sorry you lost your content. I'm in the same predicament with my computer. Hopefully you will find a way to get it back. Love all of your videos. ❤️❤️❤️

[@sandrageach5955]

Stirling show. 😂 sad to hear about your lost content. I enjoy watching you picking out and about

[@sandrageach5955]

Sterling 😂

[@gwenmiller6034]

Work--It's the Curse of the Leisure Class. Maybe a working vacation with the kids one weekend when they are off school? Our bus driver's daughter got off school for 3 days and came with us to a quilt show by doing a big report for school.

[@kidcrewsellers]

Sterling. We love watching your videos and learning all we can! So cool you could blend both your passions into one!

[@Pattiepaul]

Lol lessen learned! Back up- and back up the back up. Or upload it after you film to your computer or a cloud service, Sucks but it's a learning curve. I have a business that I have had learning curves- You end up with a greater knowledge. Buy And Buy? I live in New England and the amount of stuff does not diminish in the winter. Unfortunately... too much temptation to over buy. Hope you and your family have a great Thanksgiving!

[@dbrianc]

Kevin, sorry to hear about the lost footage! Love your channels and younhave helped me a lot in my journey. An idea to consider....invest in multiple memory cards, so you can swap out after a day of filming. And/or invest in Google or GoPro cloud storage so you can sync and upload footage for safe keeping. A minor business expense considering the alternative of losing footage (it happens!). God bless you amd your family!

[@texastreasures3876]

Sterling Sorry you lost so much content. Love your positive attitude. I know whatever content you decide we will enjoy and learn from it . Thanks

[@nicoleschlueter7924]

I don’t look for much sterling when I’m out yard saling. That is an area that I need to learn more about.

[@NancyStevenson-q7l]

Sterling. I feel your loss. I have hoarder tendencies and have had to move and downsize three times in ten years. I miss so many things, but believe me I still have plenty. Losses are hard. Glad to subscribe to Commonwealth flipper.

[@One-Eyed-Willys-Rich-Stuff]

Weekly backups, Kevin

[@PapaPunching]

Heard about the lost videos. I know how you feel. My phone crashed one time and lost lots of fun contacts and pics from family which couldn't be replaced. Plus long time ago I had a VHS cam recorder stolen with live footage when I was in the mummer's parade. WAS DEVASTATED!!! 👌👍

[@Rocky-N-Angel]

STERLING....Thanks for all you do Kevin. Happy early Thanksgiving.

[@patriciascudder4277]

Hi! I feel your pain about the video. I once took special pictures of Herman's Hermits at Disney World with no film in the camera! The realization changed my life. Thank you for your efforts and your honesty. I really enjoy your videos! Patti

[@karen3876]

Hey kids. Enjoy you taking part in Dad's business there. Enjoy the jokes - 'Foul Weather...' That was good. Hope I can remember it for this week...As always, enjoy your store and getting to see what sells for you.

[@brendaclark8558]

Sterling... Love your videos! So sorry for the loss of footage.

[@ginnyc65]

Sterling! I always enjoy watching your videos and learn so much from them, that's why it's a huge bummer that so much was lost. We all appreciate your efforts though 😊

[@USFreedomfive]

Sterling! I appreciate your content! Sorry you lost your footage, bad deal.. Girls only purse show! I 💜 Dooney, Coach, and Vera! 👜 And Im a dude!😂 Love selling them, I may have to tune in! Keep the content coming, great job 💯

[@Fireblogging]

Sterling! Hey, sorry about your loss of video 😢 ... back when I was teaching computer applications at a community college, I always told my students, "Backup! Backup! Backup!"

[@pattimorgan9795]

Sterling. I’m so sorry you lost your footage. I can only imagine how sad you are about that. I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁 😊

[@TennaTen]

You are just positively Awesome Kevin. Been watching you for a long time, just want to thank you for your goodwill, positive attitude, and great information. Happy Holidays to you and your loving family. :)

[@commonwealthflipper]

I appreciate that!

[@PurpleUnicornBuysellPa]

Kevin, I buy buy buy whenever I can. Winter comes rainy days anything. And when you do this for a living you have to keep buying. My death pile would Make most people drool. You just have to stick to what you know and what you know will sell and put.

[@lisamoore5830]

Sterling, I will continue to watch you no matter what!

[@dawnhulse8022]

I love watching your flipper & picker videos. Sterling

[@kathyv8897]

My go 2 tape, sterling! Many thanks for what you do! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

[@ayeargan8519]

Oh no! So sorry! Love your pickin videos and hate you lost the footage.

[@flipitgood6744]

Sorry about the loss of that footage. I know it s so disappointing. You'll definitely find a way to overcome that with different content. I'm very interested in that book. I don't sell jewelry yet, but would like to learn and gain knowledge before buying. If I don't win the book, I will be ordering one. Thanks for featuring that persons book. I love how good resellers promote each other. Sterling 😊

[@michd5507]

Sterling... Sourcing not really difficult in the winter in NJ. I do have a money pile, I pull from it regularly. It's a good thing I love listing, taking pictures... Pretty much all of it

[@sandarellaSD]

I can’t imagine losing all that footage. Sourcing is hard here too because of Winter and lack of thrift stores. The few stores we have rarely get any high-end items worth reselling. I have to travel 240 miles RT to the larger thrift stores. I do have a pretty big death pile right now-I’m only a PT reseller. I do eBay out of my basement and I’m running out of room so yes, it’s stressing me out! Come tax time I will make the decision whether to continue or have a big yard sale of my own & move on to something else. I enjoy the hunt but not the work! (sterling)

[@jpagan7448]

Love your knowledge Kevin. MY GO 2 TAPE. 🎉

[@Woo5ter]

I ordered the packing tape and it arrived the following morning, not even 24 hours later!

[@sandflea43]

I am a firm believer in that everything happens for a reason ...for some reason, you are suppose to go about this another way for a season...it will work together for your good...no doubt

[@debjo788]

Sterling and My go 2 tape. Would love to learn more about jewelry. Sorry about the lost footage, Kevin! Yes, I'm overwhelmed with a lot of inventory right now, but hopefully it will look much better in the spring.

[@desertfairychickres4021]

Sterling! Thank you so much for the picking lessons Kevin. I live in Tucson. No down time for me due to being surrounded by retirement communities. There are ALWAYS either garage sales or estate sales. Yes, I am crazy overwhelmed with inventory and stressed as all get out. It is what it is and I feel blessed each and every weekend. Blessings to you and your family. K.T.

[@montegoselections]

Our sourcing season is from about October thru May. I am still freaking out some as I depleted my death pile by August. It has made this fourth quarter a bit more stressful. I have to list each weekend haul each week and hope I find more the next weekend. I definitely need to be more strategic. Btw, I absolutely love minions and Marvin the Martian. 😊😊. Sorry to hear of your lost footage. Hope you still find tremendous joy this winter. Love all your content. Been a faithful consumer for more years than I can even remember now.

[@commonwealthflipper]

Yes you have. I thank you kindly.

[@desireesmanyhats9468]

Did you try to take it to someone to recover the SD card. There ate programs out there that can recover it sometimes.

[@ivangies6314]

I hate that you lost all that video footage. It would have been great to see you out sourcing with Julian again!! Thanks Kevin!!

[@jameslampe7074]

Sterling! I love your content. I have only been reselling for 2 years part time now, and I have learned so much from watching your videos.🥰✌🤜🤛. Tell Blue Ridge Mama Hi. And I love your Trash to Cash.

[@paulmike1965]

You need to, as I would say it, Pawn star style, structure a few videos to help you add content. You already do it sometimes but use your history teaching on items sold a little more in-depth on certain items or categories. Like Rick on Pawn stars, he buys an item and gives this whole little packed history information on it with pictures. And add a few boxing videos, :) Great video by the way, I am also struggling with sourcing in southern Indiana. Keep it up, :)

[@annabarry1193]

I understand totally about sourcing. That’s the fun part even when you don’t need to be getting more. Yes my death pile stresses me out quite a bit but that’s just a part of it I guess. Think I hate the listing more than anything though. Try to not stress too much about the videos, we won’t go anywhere.