Is it even worth thrifting anymore?

Selling on eBay in 2024 has it's challenges..
BOOK A ONE ON ONE CALL: calendly.com/theaussieflipper
SELL YOUR COLLECTION: DM on Instagram @the_aussie_flipper
For business inquiries or collaborations please email me at:
E: [e-mail]
The Must Have RESELLER TOOL KIT to Blow Up Your eBay Sales:
🏷 Speed Up Your Shipping Process Here (Dymo LabelWriter 550): ebay.us/RjQcXk
🔦 10X Your Photography (Box Lights): ebay.us/uGGI8q
👟 Photograph Your Sneakers Perfectly (Shoe Tree): ebay.us/ocaVOI
Store Your Inventory Here: ebay.us/hy8vFP
_____________________________________

[@TheAussieFlipper]

What's the first 2 words that come to mind when you think of thrifting for profit in 2024...

[@philmccorriston]

Aussie & Flipper!

[@Thomas-BMLSales]

Be choosy

[@PrevailArmy]

No games.. At least most good ones I find seem to be priced like ebay smh. its fun trying regardless

[@kimberleyjane898]

Judgement & Jealousy 😂

[@Nannasrevival]

Listing everyday

[@Puckette1984]

Going on the Morning Show multiple times has really helped with thrift store prices lol you contributed so no point complaining about it!

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Ever thought they’ve made the wrong move rather than being happy we’re coming in?

[@Puckette1984]

@@TheAussieFlipper absolutely! 100% they should be happy with sales, regardless of who they are selling to. But unfortunately they are shooting themselves in the foot with prices too high on most things.

[@TheAussieFlipper]

@@Puckette1984 it’s a matter of time before they’ll realise they need to work with us because we are an integral part of what they do.

[@shanespaull8173]

Welcome to the Melbourne thrift store prices...may as well buy new stuff without exaggeration

[@TheAussieFlipper]

I hear you!!

[@gelectrox]

Northern Beaches Thrift shops - Hold my Gazman

[@KingColonel]

I LOVE how low energy Courtney is! Makes a good change from the usual YT personality. Keep it chill Courts! ❤

[@Jedi_Daniel]

I've now abandoned the Salvos and Vinnies over their price increases. The $1 a disc is ridiculous, $10-$20 DVD box sets 😮😢I could get brand new at JB Hi-Fi for the same price. Red Cross I'll continue to support at the moment since they're still cheap.

[@emusaurus]

I've found it depends on the vinnies. Salvos I rarely bother anymore

[@Biblejournalingbyrt]

In my experience the prices at thrift stores are good if you want the item for yourself. At my thrift stores they usually markup the expensive items so their is not much room for profit. Sometimes they do miss things and you can still get lucky. You have to check in store regularly and check the item for conditions. A lot of the time the good stuff sells fast.

[@kellyallan1218]

I no longer go to or donate to Lifeline, Anglicare or Vinnies op shops due to their pricing. I support Salvos, Red Cross and independent/church op shops. Not sure if you have the loyalty card at Salvos in QLD but that's something to make sure you use! Quick question... How are you shipping Pokemon Cards? Look forward to watching every week!

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Pokémon cards are in a medium tracked envelope with a padded mailer and cardboard. The card itself is in a penny sleeve and a top loader. Never had an issue and the overall cost is about $7

[@theresellinghusband]

I like that you set your goal of $400 for this specific sourcing day, but technically until all that stuff sells you make nothing. Just not a fan of adding up "potential" revenue when some of that stuff you picked up only sells for half of what you think. And the sell thru rate on the Steph Curry shoes is roughly 1% depending on how you search. Like I said I like the thought process of having the daily goal but then personally I hate when people say cost of goods was only $50 and potential sales is $500 when it hasn't even sold or the ones who say "I made $400 per hour today" when all they did was sourced $400 of potential sales in 1 hour. Again everyone is different in how they see things and how they figure their own numbers even if they aren't real.

[@TheAussieFlipper]

No I 100% agree with you. We're buying Steven tickets regardless. We just wanted to make sure we could hit a goal of finding enough worthwhile stock. The strength of your newest listings impacts your old stock potential of selling so I was happy enough with the days sourcing efforts.

[@Nannasrevival]

I agree that op shops are charging a lot of money these days. I usually go in to look for items for me as I’m on a limited income. I’m now also looking for items that I could sell for a profit that don’t require a huge outlay. My local op shops rarely have a bargain so I check marketplace as well. Great video too.

[@TitansRevenge3D]

I think its great you guys sell more season boxsets like that. I have less luck with them. I usually even try to avoid them because I can price them as low as $2 and still can't seem to get rid of them. My single DVDs sell pretty well though. Just wish I had your luck when it comes to complete seasons

[@davetrendell8841]

I absolutely loved the Dead Like Me series. You probably could have got a bit more for the collection, if you had the movie (Dead Like Me, Life after Death) that goes with it.

[@Scorcher62]

I'm thinking Navy Blue ! Love the hiccups Courtney :)

[@stevenelliott631]

Vinnes is so over priced now for a op shop. I go back there once in a while and still she the same stock setting there. Never going too move a tv series for season for $10.

[@aletissier]

Loving all the videos you’re putting out recently Matt!

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Thanks so much for watching 😃 I really appreciate it

[@joser6703]

This is exactly how the thrift stores are in my area as well. You're better off going to a regular store.😮

[@CoilsDesign]

Yeah, I just went to the opshop today. I found a ps4, which someone just donated. They said we couldn't sell it. And They said would sell it market place!

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Wow

[@dlux5422]

Turquoise! Loving the videos guys, just started my reselling journey a few weeks ago! FYI, just found a Wiggles DVD series 2 at a tip shop for $1. Listed for $120 🎉

[@TheAussieFlipper]

wooohoooo that stuff gets you hooked. love to hear it. happy selling!

[@RonDMC85]

I dropped off a dvd in an envelope with their details without stamps and just messaged the buyer to say I dropped it off. They loved it!

[@TheAussieFlipper]

That was my thought too

[@_billyjackson]

The manga is probably more difficult sell since it was all in Japanese. English translated manga is the way to go unless you know the category well or find something collectable and rare.

[@Bngn_Snkrs]

Great tube, love the longer format and inclusion of the mad eats! Not really worth doing personal delivery as can mess your shipping times not being delivered with tracking ect eBay algorithm! Colour must be Blue🥶

[@tonywoodall-rj1cv]

i’m from the uk, i work full time and source after work and days off,being consistent and having a thrift shop or charity shop as we call it round works for me knowledge is the key they slip up more then they think

[@TheAussieFlipper]

so true. they do slip up alot!

[@susannefraserAustralia]

Green is the colour Courtney

[@ChristinaByrne-he3tj]

Hi guys, went to see Steven Bartlett on Friday night in Sydney. He was so good, really great presentation covering lots of topics and clips from DOAC. You’ll love it, have fun!

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Sooo good to hear 😃😃😃

[@Charlottesmummy]

I'm in Perth I love the church op shops often they're priced well

[@farhaniqbal6254]

hey mate, I am in perth too, can you share a few cheap OP shops to go for thrifting? I have tried vinnies and salvos and they are expensive and not worth it i think

[@arminius6251]

Color: Blue, love the hickups. 😄

[@resellutions]

Off topic but cool…when you left one of those stores I saw a Yamaha Warrior 1700 motorcycle in the parking lot that looked like the one I used to have. I hit a deer 🦌, broke my wrist and totaled it about 1.5 yrs in…great bike. Rest of the video was good too. Just sharing 😬

[@ltando54]

That's a tough question. ...I will guess the Courtney colour gold ✨️. I was super excited to learn that the event is happening. Bring it on guys.

[@MJB_9292]

With the tracked envelopes, is there a weight limit with those? And yeah even up here in Port Macquarie I've noticed certain op shops have really put up their prices and some stuff are like way high like $90 for a nice jacket i saw lol.

[@TheAussieFlipper]

up to 500g :)

[@MJB_9292]

@@TheAussieFlipper is that for the small ones? Or any size tracked envelope?

[@alishataylor2446]

Yellow

[@wierdage]

My local vinnie’s has some good buys occasionally in Penrith NSW … but most of the time it’s a flop I got a few mimco wallets new with tags for $10 and sold for $50 each though

[@PhantomMark777]

Hey guys. How come you don't charge the buyer postage as part of the sale? Especially with the postage increase you're absorbing

[@TheAussieFlipper]

But we do. It’s just accompanied in the buy it now price. Comps are comps. The items worth what it’s worth. Free postage is just a way of marketing a perceived advantage for the buyer. There is no difference

[@PhantomMark777]

Cool thanks for the response 😊

[@cameronharley1404]

Yeah prices is bonkers... I reckon Lavender colour!!

[@JaiGuruDevaAum]

Hi there 😊 can I ask about proof of postage if you deliver the item yourself? What if the buyer claims they haven't received it?

[@TheAussieFlipper]

yet to experience that!

[@JaiGuruDevaAum]

@@TheAussieFlipper happy to hear.....I guess you can't live in fear ✌️

[@libraryofthemind]

Did crazy well on manga book series before, but it was in english, turned $37 into $200 FB marketplace.

[@Mike0000_]

Personally thrifting fell off for me like 10 years ago I get things elsewhere I do enjoy the hunt but I don’t expect to find anything when I do rarely it’s a bonus

[@MaddieAshleigh]

Courtney is thinking of pink! 🤨🤔

[@barrysmit7180]

To sum up: Matt: bablabalabalalbabla Courtney: YEAH 80x 😉 hahaah Great video!

[@markbymolt6437]

I will say RED for you love red bulls! Never miss a video would love to meet you both too ❤Michelle

[@Ishac96]

Hey Matt, loving the content! I can't seem to book a 1 on 1 call as it says you're currently unavailable.

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Just fixed it mate thanks for letting me know :)

[@05c47]

Courtney is thinking of purple, lol hopefully i can win.😊

[@georgefoord7087]

It is the same in England, charity shops put big prices on stuff but are overflowing with donations. I thought if you sold everything cheap then they would get rid of stock

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Unbelievable isn’t it! I just don’t get it

[@kimberleyjane898]

Colour is yellow. And loving the videos

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Thanks for watching!

[@Thriftxbomb]

Pink is what first came to me!! Big chain Op Shops are out of control. Support your local church charity ones. They are still gold.

[@commodore1979]

yep thrift stores are cutting out the middleman they get it for free and advertise at ebay prices

[@meganmcphie950]

Great fun

[@jdmderick]

The colour grey. :-)

[@beaugeorge877]

My guess is lavender purple!!

[@Nunya_Argo79]

Just from the little I've heard of this Bartlett guy, I already don't like him, lol. But hope you guys get to go see him. I hate when those places overprice stuff. There is a small amount of resellers, who are not doing anything wrong. But they get all of this stuff for free....there is no reason to put prices that high, especially when they're meant to be helping struggling families, etc.

[@TurnMyPages]

Colour / Green

[@el_pabb]

Dead Like Me and Outbumbered are two series that always sell quickly for me! Dead Like Me's sell through rate is almost 300%

[@TheAussieFlipper]

So crazy!

[@PrevailArmy]

Another banger!

[@joanneburford6364]

Yellow 💛

[@bloggs59]

Where was that new lifeline with the horrendous prices please? SO I CAN AVOID IT!!! How revolting of them! Also are you comfortable sharing where the salvos ( I think it was) with the big red frontage is? I'm due for a day away from my renovation & I haven't been to a (salvos?) of that size before, cept in USA, I had no idea we grew them that big here too. I understand it's down the Goldie somewhere but finding it before I run out of puff n patience, at my age, could be a challenge. If you don't wish to location share, I will just have to make lots of phone calls lol. Kindest regards Kirsten Have a great day!🤗

[@TheAussieFlipper]

currumbin for the new lifeline and burleigh for the salvos :)

[@TeamManPons]

Guessing blue! Blue eyes, blue shirt, blue skys :") seems like a lot of blue hahaha - awesome video!

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Goood luck!

[@tyndni]

Courtney will do an out of the box colour choice like orange

[@CorbiFlips]

Grey ftw. Was super keen on Retailfest until I saw the price 😢

[@tdubs21]

oh those are my Bill comps lol i found a full 26 season set for $120

[@cedricshepherd4459]

Red bull are great 😃👍😎 one of the best energy drinks I believe 😋😎.

[@Thehonestruth]

Bright purple

[@timgoulter89]

Purple

[@carolmoore3706]

Shoes are always over priced in the op shop it’s a bit ridiculous. Red is what my guess is even though I don’t live in Queensland. Lifeline shops are always over priced

[@MaddieAshleigh]

Would love the opportunity to go the retailer festival ☺️✨ Sounds great! Might even buy a ticket! 🎟️

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Guess Courtney colour and you might get a free ticket!!

[@libraryofthemind]

Turquoise

[@andreaflynn6786]

Yellow 😊

[@amz710]

Pink!

[@michellewilliams1625]

Green

[@seanahshay7022]

I seen multiple $250 jackets at salvo today and $50 average price

[@steffanbak1908]

Will say i actually like this form of long videos mate

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Very pleased to hear it mate! Will keep making them :)

[@cassyogden197]

Brad & Jas (2aussie thrifters) will be there

[@dotcomerford716]

Yellow 🙏

[@Nateosaurus]

Do you have Savers in the Gold Coast? And what about little church op shops?

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Plenty of little church stores. No savers :(

[@Nateosaurus]

​@@TheAussieFlipper savers are great coz people get discounts for donating, however their prices can be all over the shop depending whos doing the pricing. What about Foundation 1? They are priced how op shops should be priced at. Complete Series for $6-8 bucks.

[@helenhou2687]

Pink is the colour Courtney had in mind 🩷

[@KingColonel]

Turquoise!

[@stevenbrewer4573]

These shops are just full blown retail shops posing as op shops it’s disgraceful they are taking advantage of people’s generous donations and trying to make huge profits on them.

[@retrogamereach]

I’m late but the colour is brown

[@Jamie-jm9dp]

orange

[@Green_House]

15:42 "Luck out" (out of luck?), OR lucked in (got luck). 🤔

[@shanegenx7519]

purple

[@jestonigarcia5655]

"smells expensive" 😂 Orange

[@Yernaritsbarry]

Purple ?

[@katenewton9751]

Gold ted noff sydney $5 and under

[@Thomas-BMLSales]

Prices have gone over the Moon... Black is my colour choice ;)

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Thomas you're the winner of the retail fest ticket!! I'll shoot you a note on instagram!

[@danial1690]

I'm thinking it was brown.

[@Baylee-pr6yl]

Blue

[@Malik12314]

❤

[@whysoblutube]

Those expensive Dr Seuss books were pricey because a couple of years ago they were being banned/protested against due to racial depiction/stereotypes of the day. They were hot items for a while. I wonder how long that thrift shop had them at $8 each for? They may have jumped on the bandwagon.

[@TheAussieFlipper]

I remember that. These unfortunately had a present day date on them :(

[@younanimous7]

Im gonna guess colour teal :)

[@lovekimberleyday9232]

I say green 💚🤑🤑🤑

[@emusaurus]

No church op shops near you? I get like 80% of my stuff from them for dirt cheap.

[@TheAussieFlipper]

we have them but they’re saturated with resellers

[@leoniemackenzie8557]

So crazy...my local Vinnies wont sell anything under $5.00...sadly they have become very greedy 😢

[@peenweinerstein9968]

$50 million given to 300,000 households in need… so greedy 😢

[@MEllO3789]

The colour is brown ❤😂

[@scarpastore9267]

Is courtney still working on her ebay store ?

[@TheAussieFlipper]

nope finished up about a year ago - i bought her stock

[@Atowngus]

im going to guess hot pink even though i cant go if i win haha

[@leoniemackenzie8557]

Yellow..😂

[@Dseath]

white

[@thethriftbandit]

Do you ever ship with Sendle?

[@TheAussieFlipper]

Not yet….

[@Nannasrevival]

Good question, was wondering that myself

[@thethriftbandit]

@@Nannasrevival it’s a lot cheaper and tracked.

[@McRcFly]

Its all bs. The thrift stores get all their stock for free then sell the best stuff themselves on ebay... then the stuff they have on the floor is only just cheaper than ebay prices. Other than funiture you cant get good prices anymore at thrift stores.. unless it slips under their radar

[@robertsonflipsales3979]

“Sock-a-knee” is the correct pronunciation :)

[@roberttantram1707]

it's got to be green doesn't it.

[@jaimeeagent7051]

My guess is BLACK! 😜

[@Kiwicards]

Every single second