I NEVER Pass These Up at the Thrift Store!

[@lobitome]

Goodwill stores all over the country went way up, which then forced the rest to go up. Locally, the CEO of Goodwill has a salary of @$2,000,000. So it is no longer about being a charity thrift store, like they used to be.

[@pamelaswarts]

Goodwill has moved a lot of things to their auction site so good things never hit the shelves

[@TheGgbears]

I have just recently started watching your videos. A great big thank you! I have already learned so much from you.

[@petschy9]

Thrifting is almost not an option anymore.

[@rzalez2]

I have been thrifting for years. All these videos exposing the secrets is what’s bring up prices. You are letting whole world know they have some value.

[@theresellmom]

Toots Turvey’s go up because it’s the start of gardening season. 😊

[@jantrapnell01able]

Something to possibly consider... I believe damaged shrink wrap sealed boxes like games can be repaired with a heat gun. Enjoyed the video, great content!

[@shonseibert48]

Goodwill's seem to be charging close to Ebay prices these days, they even have their own website for good stuff n collectables

[@dextermorgan5397]

badwill :(

[@sml0266]

The Goodwills in my area have gotten ridiculously expensive. Everytime I check a comp, Goodwill has it marked for the Ebay price so I guess they are trying to be resellers. Maybe other people are getting as fed up with them as I am. I'm donating to smaller stores and trying to source everywhere but there now as Goodwill has just gotten greedy IMO.

[@THE.CHIEF616]

It's because of videos like this. Thrift stores have almost been ruined.

[@retrorick]

New to the channel, digging it...nice flips!

[@FlippingJunk]

Thanks for watching!

[@xfilesmanson]

Found Milton Bradley Mall Madness board game. It's a $100 game. Paid $8 Also Tony Hawk 2 PC around $30

[@dave3657]

It depends on the manager at these stores. Neighbor worked at GW and the manager was tossing anything electronic. Plus he said they were pricing stuff more than new in the store.

[@thriftraider]

I love the Alien candle, obviously you do too, lol.

[@FlippingJunk]

It's one of those things I might just keep, lol.

[@WaywardThings1]

I love how your GW store never looks busy! It's so hard to source at mine because I get swarmed!

[@johnwayne2103]

SK tools are nice! I picked up a wonderful set for 100 bucks 1/2 sockets deep well, with ratchet and a 3/8 socket set with ratchet. Craigslist can sometimes be your friend.

[@kailetaylor021]

Great video! I'm going to try and get 20 items listed today. My pile is largely pain in the butt stuff to list right now. Will feel great to have it done though!

[@FlippingJunk]

It always feels great when it's done, haha.

[@MyLooneyBin]

Very nice set of items. Good video. Like how you talk about the products at the end

[@fd964]

Springbok is a good puzzle.

[@joedriscoll5812]

Toys; that little talking toy in the bottom shelf with the green face is a good flip for the right price. Sold two of them recently.

[@CaptainFlapjack6969]

Hey can you time stamp it lol

[@joedriscoll5812]

@@CaptainFlapjack6969 . I have one idea how to do that but here is a copy of my listing. Like I said if you can get it for the right price. I think I paid 2.00 for it. www.ebay.com/itm/383799324626

[@CaptainFlapjack6969]

Thank you! Definitely keep an eye out now haha :)

[@RustyX2010]

These videos are the reason ALL the thrift stores are jacking up their prices for junk and putting the good stuff on eBay.

[@Xeyxey0]

You say you do this full time in your description, but I'm just curious how many hours a day that equates to. Looking up stuff online, listing, packaging, cleaning up items, shopping, sending offers, etc is pretty time consuming. Obviously it gives you the freedom to do it when you want so that's always cool. Do you think it pays out at a competitive rate vs working at a "normal" job? I want to do this as a side thing but I'm worried I'll burn out and be stuck with a lot of stuff in my house LOL

[@FlippingJunk]

To do it full time you need to invest your life into it. I spend 40-70hrs a week. Yet, some weeks may be less if I have other things going on...since I can be flexible with my hours. What it pays out depends on how much time you put into it, what you're able to source, and how much you would consider a "normal" job to pay just depends on the person. It takes time and lots of space. If you aren't passion about it...it will definitely burn you out quick.

[@aguitadeajonjoli4123]

First time viewr. I really enjoyed this video.

[@FlippingJunk]

Thanks for watching!

[@Kdubs13]

Swapping tags in thrift stores is a thing! Not a small percentage of people do it... loooots of people do it!

[@musashi-san____1409]

Can you do a video of how many hours you actually work? Sourcing, shipping... etc.

[@FlippingJunk]

I've been meaning to start a time log when I work because I've been curious. I'll do that a couple weeks and then do a video about it.

[@xfilesmanson]

@@FlippingJunk Sometimes I feel like I'm going to get rich from Goodwill. 5 minutes in one store today I found 3 items worth $50 plus shipping. All have ebay solds as recently as new years. And only paid $5.99 each. Thrifting plus selling online really is being self employed. Especially in a major city like Las Vegas.

[@blal07]

3:44 that doll head look for them new in box? Barbie Hair Styling.

[@scarfacejan3]

My goodwill tax's compare to yours !they are trying to sell used zcoil for $49 !

[@kahunamatata4997]

Probably too late to comment on this... Don't use leather cleaner on the suede part of those boots (the toe looked like suede ?), better to use one of those suede brush/eraser. Also, have you added a Magic Eraser to your shoe cleaning kit? You should. They are truly magic, especially on white shoes. I love Halloween parties, too! Sign me up!

[@zOGGrimReaper]

Love the toy section 😂

[@shadowunderrated3861]

Bruh 💀

[@zOGGrimReaper]

@@shadowunderrated3861 find to much money in the toys section 🤷🏻‍♂️ at least at my goodwills

[@r3tr0nic]

Op shop hunting and flipping used to be fun... But now it seems they have all gotten wise to ebay and the likes... As more and more are actually referencing ebay ads right in the store and the prices are no longer awesome. Sometimes I feel certain locations actually cherry pick before stuff hits the shelves and either sell those outside of the store or send off to a larger store/e-shop. IDK, but the last 3 years have progressively become dryer and lamer. I rarely even bother anymore now. Yard sale hopping though... Yes. Granted, with C19 it's been put off, but can't wait for it to come back

[@aidenw207]

can you do a video showing us how you clean the shoes and what you use?

[@FlippingJunk]

I will be doing a shoe cleaning video soon.

[@leelaseeber5186]

My brief experience with wallpaper removal was grueling. No wonder people pay hundreds for a removal machine

[@GravityGoods]

Thanks for sharing. I love watching and making these types of videos. Always trying to learn more about what I should pick up to resell while out thrifting! :D

[@Nik-if4pf]

Hey Wick, I have a shrink wrap machine for wrapping new condition products...just a suggestion :) (I sell books)

[@FlippingJunk]

I have considered getting one. Would be helpful for sure.

[@nancyspruiell347]

funny, I just bought a bleeding unicorn candle last week. I think I paid same price and comps were much higher than I thought..lol.

[@FlippingJunk]

Lol nice. I was surprised by the comps, too.

[@jenniferwatts2994]

First time watching and loved your video! I definitely subscribed!!! :)

[@FlippingJunk]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@xfilesmanson]

@@FlippingJunk One of the best things to do in Goodwill. Scan all sealed CDs.

[@jeffdorris5321]

Happy New year ✨🎆🎇

[@greatnesspros5689]

11:30 you have increased competition now

[@lynnstanton7018]

Anythg Wagner is quality if not damaged and works espec thrir spay painter

[@cindyhunter9907]

I used to take my mom to Goodwill. The prices have gotten to be outrageous, even when items are 1/2 off! Needless to say, we don’t shop there anymore! Best wishes, in the new year, with your online business! You seem to make wise purchases!

[@SusanBullockUberGrams]

Watching a different video with the yarn lol I've put up quite bit of yarn lots and they sold right away except now, I've had a yarn lot sitting for couple days now, any suggestions?

[@petschy9]

Yeah my area they sell used Tim’s for 60 dollars

[@beatleowl]

My Goodwill rarely has games.

[@WilliamBryanTucker]

Good vid, Wick. I liked the content mix FWIW. Question - how do you clean the grippy parts on those old controllers? I picked up an old Saitek and the joystick and throttle control both have it. I’ve tried 91% alcohol and it didn’t seem to work that great. Thanks! Enjoy your content!

[@FlippingJunk]

I use something called Easy Cleaner. It's meant for shoes, but it really cleans gunk of controllers and electronics. I have everything I use linked in the description.

[@KevonnotKevin]

Hey Wick. Sorry I’m cross posting. This video is more recent then the other. I’m curious when you say the price (SHIPPED) does that mean you paid for shipping yourself? Do you mostly make the customer pay for shipping? Do you always including tracking? Can you go into a bit more detail? Or maybe you made a video about this stuff before. Thanks

[@FlippingJunk]

Usually it just means what the total price was after shipping. Usually do calculated on heavier items and free on first class shipped items. I did a video all about shipping, it's on the channel if you're interested.

[@lisaconnors3177]

I'm new to reselling. Seems like Amazon has alot of restrictions. Does it seem to be more of a hassle than Ebay???🤔🤔🤔

[@FlippingJunk]

Amazon is much more difficult. I recommend getting used to eBay then moving into Amazon to do both.

[@InfernoPS]

@@FlippingJunk That is what i am doing right now, i just started eBay again like in the first week of december. Since than i had $1200 in sales. Still have 75 active listings and have like 200 more items i have to list. Today in finished my registration for Amazon and now i am waiting for the postcard with the code than i hope i can get started. I want to start with books for the first few weeks. Make a big box, send them in , get more books, send them in and do it once more.. to get things rolling and as i understand it you have to wait like 2 weeks before you can get funds anyway. So i can just let it run its course. I mean that is my plan. Hope it works out

[@FlippingJunk]

Sounds like a good plan. Books and certain used items like board games are good to start with.

[@kevinpyne5808]

My thrift stores have 90% trash. This thrift store is high end. Maybe it is located in Beverly Hills?

[@donnajohnson2604]

you are so lucky. our good wills have junk

[@406MTkds]

hey there. new to your channel, thanks for sharing :) When you pick up remote controls, do you look them up or just pick up Sony or.......? Thanks!

[@FlippingJunk]

Thanks for watching! I look them up, unless I'm already familiar with the model.

[@SusanBullockUberGrams]

Can you do a video on selling on Ebay and Amazon. I started putting things on Ebay Anazon I thought charged? Anyway In very low income so dont have much in funding when I make a sale and waiting on the money a pain, is there a way to get the shipping label without paying for it up front like they take it put of your earnings?

[@FlippingJunk]

I think eBay managed payments and even Amazon takes from current earnings first if you have it available. I have all my shipping going through my credit card so I can get points. Amazon is free to sell, but a pro account is $40 a month.

[@kimscollectibles7258]

Do you have a website you use to research toys? I have so many that I can't figure out who they are and don't know where to look. Thanks for the great vids!

[@FlippingJunk]

I've been using the Google Lens app. It searches Google based on the image. It's been working pretty good for me.

[@kimscollectibles7258]

@@FlippingJunk cool, I'll give it a try. Thanks again!

[@janicespringstube1678]

How do you get the price stickers off sales packages, without wreaking the wrapping?

[@FlippingJunk]

Hair dryer, scotty peeler, and goo gone.

[@tgfcujhb7583]

Some dolls are worth hundreds, similar to the top shelf at 3:ish

[@franklincountypicker3897]

Hey I don't know if you noticed but you missed out a Mighty Morphin Power Rangers toys at Goodwill a lot of them could be worth big money especially the ones from the movie

[@FlippingJunk]

I must have missed it. I usually notice them. Thanks.

[@franklincountypicker3897]

@@FlippingJunk it was that Silver purple Scorpion

[@musashi-san____1409]

Goodwill is heavily going into e-commerce now. You will start to find less, and less stuff.

[@GravityGoods]

I've noticed that too. Bummer. Hopefully other places that have thrift stores will take over

[@misa.hdez1]

Hey man love your videos. I have a question. I'm new to Amazon fba and fbm. Do you recommend to sell used games, used DVDs and used electronics in amazon if allowed either fba or fbm? Or is it too risky for my account? Thanks

[@FlippingJunk]

I'd say it's good to sell those items. Just make sure you are selling good quality, complete items, so you can avoid any early negative feedback. Used DVD's will be restricted unless you have distributor invoices.

[@nataliemaher9676]

I noticed the 35mm film expired 02/2004, is that information you provide on the listing?

[@FlippingJunk]

Yes

[@kayshajohns462]

Can you make a video on how you clean your shoes. I have a death pile of shoes waiting to be cleaned. I have tried a few and must not be doing it right

[@FlippingJunk]

I've showed some in random vlogs, but I will try to do a dedicated video soon on it.

[@kayshajohns462]

@@FlippingJunk You are awesome

[@juriaan13]

Thrift store prices are insane in wa state

[@lizb4156]

Put the trainers in the washing machine.

[@davidanderson1652]

You should do a video about taking to-go containers to the soup kitchen and selling the food on uber eats.

[@cdcVintage]

Hey buddy! My dad wants to give me a stereo reciever he paid $350 on amazon in 2017. I would like to sell it but afraid of getting a return because this will be expensive to ship. Your thoughts?

[@FlippingJunk]

I'd say do it. Returns happen, but no risk no reward.

[@sidehustle2478]

Ok go with ebay.

[@abil828]

Is there a way to look up SOLD comps on Amazon the way we do on eBay?

[@FlippingJunk]

No, the closest thing is the sales rank, the lower it is, the faster items sell (usually).

[@deborahburgart561]

Do you look for or make $ with Pillow Pet plush toys?

[@FlippingJunk]

I've seen them, but haven't bought and sold any.

[@megblegen7738]

What do you do with all the tags that come on the merchandise? How do you remove them?

[@FlippingJunk]

A hot hair dryer and goo gone.

[@thomascabral8443]

where r u

[@DavidSchneiderIP]

Good video 🤙👍

[@truthseeker1157]

I have never seen z coil sneakers...they look so weird lol

[@mantislife7463]

What app do you use to price check items?

[@FlippingJunk]

Amazon Seller app and eBay app.

[@lauraniss9930]

I hope you told your buyer the product was expired.

[@FlippingJunk]

Of course.

[@petracabanas6115]

What Amazon FBA means?

[@FlippingJunk]

Fulfilment by Amazon. You ship your items to Amazon and they ship them as they sell.

[@retrodealer6495]

Wow! You Buy items for nothing. And overdose price them on eBay.