$20,000 Video Game Negotiation (Brutal)

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[@rockytopreseller2161]

Loved the video Caleb, glad to be apart of one of your biggest buyouts. - Josh

[@JDOPost]

Got another 10k worth of inventory you’d be interested in selling?

[@petersmith5624]

The store is unlisted on Google but I was finally able to find it

[@cheese6536]

60% is more than i'd pay, so anyone that say's that's not enough hasn't done much reselling. There is processing time, potential defects, fees, shipping materials, etc. You're only actually making MAYBE 25% on that, but likely closer to 15-20%

[@mT_atvF5KCVHlk]

He is selling Amazon, which sells for above Price Charting

[@kyleandow4844]

Also he is saving alot of time trying to find inventory so that's a factor

[@6door6four96]

​@kyleandow4844 yes and let's keep in mind this guy didn't buy bad shape items so at most need disc resurface on some cases for post part looks clean not much work needed and they were already organized too saves a lot of time he can pack and list all his Amazon games easily

[@krashvote7947]

get a job f'er

[@krashvote7947]

@@mT_atvF5KCVHlk get a job

[@petert6169]

Can't imagine those NCAA 14's will go up on value from here on out with the news that the new one is coming this summer

[@SamsMangaReviews]

Totally agree, I'd imagine it's at its peak right now

[@wesleyflatt1993]

The silence was deafening in that negotiation. 😂

[@warfidem3]

In negotiations. Silence usually wins the deal. The one who keeps talking usually talks themselves out of the deal.

[@cheekybo9926]

Fair play to the guy for digging his heels in on the price.

[@SureShotSourcing]

Missing out on inventory because it won’t fit in the Prius? Dude, get a new car. It’s costing you money.

[@davidj.9432]

Yeah I've kind of wondered this too...that car is tiny for as many game conventions/stores that he drives to and does major deals. Could probably upgrade to a small SUV and get a significant tax break too, as it would be used for business.

[@Throggy]

I agree with this as well. He could technically write part of it off since he’d be using it for his business.

[@hsproyaya]

@@Throggywriting it off doesn’t make it free

[@Throggy]

@@hsproyaya Never said it did. But content creators can write off just about anything they use for their business or in their videos. There's ways to get around the tax system. The mega wealthy do it all the time lol. I'm not saying Caleb's rolling in wealth, but I'm pretty sure he's finding loopholes just like the rest of the people are.

[@dustincooper2536]

The one thing I CANT STAND about this video is the seller saying he has connections who hold video games for him at thrift shops. No one should be aloud to do that. That should be fair game for everyone. That part annoyed me.

[@razorsharp4205]

Yep. It’s kinda like buying shoes that are wanted. Can’t even get a pair for market price because of resellers. Which has changed recent but this goes for anything up for resale.

[@krashvote7947]

oh no, imagine not selling to a weasel

[@l4stm4nttv14]

That's a little racist.

[@HermannTheGreat]

Unfortunately things will never be completely fair. Put in the work and maybe it will even up. A better option is just to work hard at learning a skill/ability and just earn more income so you can buy what you want instead of spending hundreds of hours a year looking for a deal. Save your time/energy, let someone else do the work.

[@gilbertoarellano8525]

Loved that negotiating segment felt very raw and unfiltered. A lot of content creators usually just edit that part out and tell us if they made the deal or not and for how much.

[@CrawlingPanther]

This guy has a physical and online store and he still wants these crazy prices? 50% on pricecharting for a bulk lot where you remove literally hundreds of hours of labor is very generous. Especially when you're talking about a 5 figure deal.

[@kenl2367]

He was easy going and went down a healthy amount each time. Dont really see 20k worth of games there. But the prices you get on Amazon is way higher than price chart. If the deal is just for the 5 boxes. Id pass unless youre really struggling with sourcing

[@louvella-sama]

That big of a lot should've been 40-50% max especially considering the condition. 10k should've been max

[@markusaurelius4015]

55-60% absolutely is a great deal for the seller on that large of a bulk deal. I challenge anyone to get higher than that anywhere in a bulk video game deal. If you do, you're starting to really hurt the buyer pretty fast.

[@krashvote7947]

sell it yourself to someone who wants it? seems pre;tty easy, dummy

[@bizzNES17]

I’m confused…that was the store owner you were dealing with? Why would he have all his good stuff on eBay instead of in the store?

[@maartenn2217]

They're meeting in a store. It's not their store

[@bizzNES17]

@@maartenn2217which makes me question why the store owner wasn’t interested in making an offer on that lot?

[@Security848]

@@bizzNES17 probably cant afford it

[@maartenn2217]

@@bizzNES17 because he's never going to pay 60%

[@JinjuNuffin]

​@@maartenn2217so then why the heck would you allow this sale in your store? I can't go to gamestop and offer people more than gamestop tells them they'll give. Doesn't make any sense.

[@MrShollen]

There’s no way I’d pay more than 10k for that lot. He said he’s got most of it listed high, and when you factor in the fees and shipping, that’s gonna drop it to like 16k if everything sells for the listed prices.

[@MrShollen]

@dotcom721 we saw a 20 minute clip, but I doubt that it was a rushed deal. I imagine it was probably a few hours of going through stuff and making decisions before shelling out that kind of $.

[@trevor245]

Amazon prices are most definitely above ebay prices most of the time so if he is paying 10k for a lot that he values at 20k and is probably worth around 16k price charting that's likely going to be at that 20k mark on amazon still.

[@samuelgardiner738]

100%. That guy was the definition of unreasonable. I would have walked when he didn't take the 10k

[@Security848]

he didnt really show the games on the table so cant say what its worth.

[@MrShollen]

@@Security848 I’m literally going off of the figure that the store owner himself gave regarding how much his stuff was listed for on EBay. The side deal for the other stuff is completely outside of this.

[@robdiaz6543]

For 11.5 that’s a steal, people don’t realize how hard it is to collect/find those high demand games

[@maccusmc]

Lol that's 4k too much.

[@JShadow6661]

These are the type of videos I like. Just a classic haggle and business deal. Dude was very professional. Props Caleb.

[@mcfly7]

The hand come out but with the extra 500$. Well done! Caleb does in fact like to leave a good taste in others people mouths. Good negotiations all around!

[@elemeno0pee]

Speaking of leaving a good taste in other people's mouths... 23:10

[@matty949]

60% is insanely good especially in cash. You have to think he doesn’t have to pay the 13.5% to Ebay and the probably 10% worth of shipping and taxes.. like man that is awesome

[@HermannTheGreat]

Yep, 60% for avoiding all those extra fees is great, not to mention somewhat niche buyers, shipping, returns, fraud, etc.

[@agalik1295]

Well, I guess we get to poop in his mouth for not linking the video 🤣

[@LA-dc8lc]

I gladly would if the opportunity was There irl

[@PaulSypek]

he delivered that so deadpanned and out of left field I just spit apple juice all over my laptop. I'm not mad tho the laugh was worth the cleanup

[@alejandropena9970]

If he took that to anyone else, retro store, retro gamer, collector, a homeless man they’d would of gave him 2k on a good day

[@abcamacho6187]

Sheeeeeesh 50%???? Chat I got 15k on 60% buy on your bulk video games lolz if those are the margins I'm in 😂

[@stevenvg3646]

That was a really solid deal for that guy to offload his inventory in one go. After eBay fees, shipping costs, and taxes, he would have landed around $13-$13.5 anyways. Now he doesn’t have to waste any time listing, packing, shipping, cleaning, and holding inventory.

[@1Readysetno]

He said about a half dozen things that would have kept my offer at 5K at most. The last thing where he promised to call you first, but had already said he distributes to multiple other people was wild. I think the 13k he initially mentioned would be his exact earnings after tax, fees and shipping from eBay, but after 8 months since he’s priced high on mostly disc based games. the time on resurfacing things may make you break even. Hopefully the holiday bump makes this work out.

[@Thectpicker]

Caleb paid extremely well if you. I’ve dealt with people like that and well I get standing your ground on the price you want but when he’s paying more than anyone else and coming up already in price then you hit him with the 11,500. 😮.

[@RETROMANIAToronto]

Thats a really fair offer I myself typically pay between 40-70% depends whats there and if its on my buy list and I'm low on I will pay a little more just to have and in the end you don't make big margins but you will always have stock so when you get asked or sold out online you always have so you don't loose that sale and even when I pay on the lower end 40% its usually mid-lower end stuff still moves but the time it takes I end up parting some at wholesale and don't make much in the end if I profit with all the work and time fees costs 10-20% I'm happy as long as I can keep stock rotating and not be under, Caleb made a more then fair offer and I agree I know tones of stores will pay 30% even on quick sellers and rare items and 9/10 they will tell people sorry sold out or I will let you know when I get it in you have to be fair with seller and let them know its not what you see in the end we both make same profit margins

[@Averip]

Did he know how Caleb works ? Why meet him at the first place, set a price you were hoping before the meet up.

[@BackwoodChong]

Technically chase after the right price is the table buyer and big bundle buyer u can even thro retro rick in that big boy category but phoenix steeping up in the big boy game gotta respect it

[@AyeWall]

the second i saw the new balance mall walkers on ol' boy i knew he MEANT BUSINESS

[@Synthesizer_attic]

I can negotiate like a maniac,but I rarely do because I dont like to screw people. I could get that guy to 9k and most to 30-40%,but I don’t but have.

[@ssj2dan]

A lot of mixed feelings about this clip but it's very indicative of many reseller's work. I hated the demeanor of the seller because the silence and unwillingness to be direct with where he stood on the numbers would have turned me off immediately. He told caleb he was cooking at 10 grand only to call it a frugal offer moments later and would just be dead silent when Caleb is asking him about it. On the other hand, it's good discipline on his end for him to stand firm and not bend just because he's on camera. Not everyone can stand firm when the spotlight is on them. Some people in the comments will think Caleb paid too much in terms of percentage and despite him recently talking about about not being afraid to walk away, in this quantity, there is still money to be made here. It's not like he's only making X percent of 500 dollars, He's making it on an estimated 20k (inflated by seller and amazon so probably not too far off, idk you can come to your own conclusion). Caleb could have walked away but sometimes we make the decision for the profit anyway. Either way, an accurate depiction of some common reseller interations.

[@numberoneappgames]

Remember to stay safe when dealing in cash! Especially at ATMs and when you go to your car. Otherwise, great deal.

[@davidj.9432]

I would've been out the door so fast when that guy said he wanted 13 or 14K for the lot. Yikes.

[@mfinite689]

I'm ok with fewer videos on the main channel and more candid deal videos like this on pesale. Good video and great sale.

[@bigmeech3620]

Love seeing all these greedy resellers in the comments "i wouldn't pay more than 40 to 50%" hate to break it to you guys...the competition is fierce right now for retro video games and i know PLENTY of people who WILL PAY 50 to 60% and even some up to 70% on high dollar rarer retro games...it all comes down to whos willing to make a little less then the next guy...but thats okay you yard sale bandits stay in your lane...i liked the seller dude knew what he had...i think most of the people in the comments are just mad that this wasnt little ole granny at the yard sale that you could rip off for a dollar a game

[@anustinnewsam13]

RAW. Never seen anything like this on KZbin. Props to you and Josh for doing this on camera! So helpful to see this stuff live and raw

[@krashvote7947]

yeah, never saw anything like this on youtube, someone filming buying something. wow....

[@clairoux.matthew]

I would’ve walked away fast with his attitude… buddy kept trying to give you shots about how he knew you’d make so much money even though you were up front about the issues.

[@TrawDawg]

People who are criticizing Caleb for how he handled this are not well educated. Paying more than 10 for this is a huge risk and is banking off future business paying more. He took so many man hours out of that guys day. Especially since he said he was already listing high and has a brick and mortar store he could have gone way lower and still made a profit. He got that product thrifting which means he got it way lower than he’s selling. The man stood on business though good for him getting his.

[@dvol9325]

I actually sell games to that store. I find really good deals at estate sales and he buys them for more than I paid and doubles his money when he sells them. We all make money

[@morgsthedon1]

I know you said on the main channel that you haven't been enjoying making the videos as much as you used to but you still killing it with these videos. Much love from the UK 👊

[@ZackaryArmstrong]

Renix Pesale

[@Methaos]

If you buy quality stuff, 60% is an absolute no brainer. I sold my inventory at the beginning of the year to a friend, and i'm starting to regret how this all resolves. Maybe I should of sent you an email about a potential buyout, if I ever get back into video games i'll definitely hit you up.

[@samuelgardiner738]

There are so few resellers that have 10k plus to dtop. He should have been more flexible

[@JinjuNuffin]

10k is nothing. Come to the pokemon collecting world. You'll learn real quick how small time this is. I did a 17k deal and I got 70%.

[@mangaymer]

Man, it’s rough seeing him push you the way he did considering the condition of some of the games, and the fact that this “$20,000” is him overcharging. I personally would have dipped as soon as he said no to the $10,000

[@Twoand86]

Fortunately he has a KZbin channel with ad revenue that makes up the cost.

[@LA-dc8lc]

Yeah so rough seeing this when we are so used to Caleb Doing it to others 😂 (i was wondering if you got a lil Wiggle Room) at every single interaction he does lol

[@daviddonnell2153]

I wouldn't be buying anymore of those NCAA 14s next year when the new one is coming out. The price for it will drop fast like as fast as the Sega master system got discontinued. 😂 Btw, you need a bigger vehicle.

[@kennethau7307]

This is way too high paying for XBOX 360 games, not high end stuff. I have way more premium stuff N64 and NES CIB will throw in with my high end XBOX 360 and PS2 and PS3 games to get 60 percent. If Caleb is willing to pay those prices who will not be selling to him.

[@Sir_Chuckles_Channel]

the deals and seeing prices and seeing what games is what i like it's informative so don't cut that short

[@nintendokid6414]

Not true on stores paying out only 25% to 35%. Especially for larger lots. Sure some larger lots can be low to mid tier prices for games. But having actual value and solid titles can clear you over 50%. I Have already experienced offers at or higher your percentage you ended at today.

[@redmist78]

20,000? That's the funniest thing I've ever heard. Unless he's got five boxes full of super rare games or he's charging way too much for all those common titles.

[@matt2319]

Id have offered him less hahahaha 11.5k that stuff looked like junk

[@lazyclank]

Everyone that sells you games is your new friend

[@LA-dc8lc]

Yeah cause Caleb only see dollars sign when he look at people

[@mjdf122]

Renix Pesale is better than Phoenix Resale

[@samuelgardiner738]

This is why I don't buy from other resellers. 10K is beyond fair.

[@AlwaysbeingLu]

lol. 30%, so like 6,000 for a 20,000 video games. dude's not paying taxes.

[@TheMisfits7783]

so it looks like you retired from NASCAR to sell videogames way to go DALE JR

[@robertc2465]

after watching this deal go the way it did, this just proves caleb knows his stuff. great video

[@79TEOG]

The reseller was unrealistic. 10k for 20k stuff is great price. no way i would even consider paying 50% at that big of a lot. Stuff gonna sit long time, he already has it listed and its sitting for him. 30-40% tops

[@YetSoAsByFire]

Poor Caleb got beat up on that negotiation. He's too nice of a guy!

[@kemahlemin9884]

i love this channel so much more, so much more real so please continue love seeing ur real life business deals.

[@robrichardson9117]

Tough negotiating like the sellers points again their is no we bro unless you mean your wife just saying 😮

[@katiekaboom9780]

I bought a comic collection last year for $7000 for 7000+ books.

[@HermannTheGreat]

Hope it's a great one.

[@79TEOG]

U basically paid him exactly what he woulda got selling it all on ebay after fees and shipping and taxes. That dude new that and made out like a bandit

[@sneakerssnake2787]

Bravo! To the both of you, this was intense… 🤘

[@SquallTheBlade]

The Hogs of War comment lmao

[@AgentActive]

So why don’t you do eBay anymore ?

[@KudossMusic]

Ur a nice guy peaale good deal

[@christopherthomas9355]

Seller has every right to name his price. But as a seller, there's no number that I "have to be" at. Take your P's & L's, get rid of product (as was his stated intention), and move on to the next deal. Take the money and make it work for you in the next deal.

[@Camtheman033]

Ncaa 14 is going to tank once the new game comes out.

[@ZEM-Bugha]

Damn love this dudes vids

[@jaderabbit8726]

55-60% for high quality games, could you get better rates sourcing them 1 at a time yes… but home much time did you save buying it all in 1 spot. Totally fair buy.

[@NostalgiaHaven]

In the end you met him in the middle of both y'all's numbers. Which to me was pretty cool man. You 10 him 13 11.5 right in the middle.

[@maksymtriukhan9968]

I would offer 7.5k and here we go at the end max to 9. If not i would leave, too much work and risk for that profit and the dude knows it but gamble with his beer belly very well because he knows you got the money stacks. 😅

[@thechiefshow9275]

The dude on the counter is freaking me out

[@therealskiiizo]

glad to see people still don't know how business works. Just like how we pay 50 dollars for a hoodie that dont cost 50 dollars to make. It's only an issue when you watch it happen in person huh

[@chrisw443]

55% isnt bad, this is gold stock that you know how to sell. And you need to account for all the searching and sourcing of stock that you now don't have to do.

[@79TEOG]

Pass at 12k ugh

[@jmcconn19]

Omg I called it. As I was watching this and seeing the negotiation and hearing both sides and prices I said the fair price would be 11.5k. That to me was that sweet spot. With 11.5k he could go on vacation and it wouldn’t hurt you as much.

[@Red-Revolution708]

In Europe they go for next to nothing.

[@p1xai]

nice to see all the classic games

[@jordanhilton1815]

As much as I think Caleb is kind of a little weiner head I think the dude should just take the bulk offer so he can just not even have to worry about it anymore and just be done with it

[@rawsick]

The dkoldies of Amazon

[@xLoki_]

I usually buy for 50/60% and try to sell for 80/85% I feels it's been solid for me like that.

[@belensanchez6342]

We're you born in Michigan?! Why all the state gear? Curious...

[@SquidersGaming]

omggggg hogs of war was my favourite PlayStation game as a kid

[@offroad5798]

You and him are both wearing different color hoodies in the thumbnail lol. Why?

[@jonatandanielgaray9560]

That deal was HARD

[@jaymo9896]

Jesus Christ is coming back soon please be ready he loves you child of God

[@robbyscollectibles]

Hi, I just subbed to your channel.

[@stephendallas9709]

My game store only pays 7%

[@trueheart1372]

I would of left when he changed price i dont play games with stupid prizes

[@LukeVMH-Games]

shoulda took 11,250

[@francis-kp9cw]

🇺🇲 Hawaii 🤙 1:27

[@thehungrysquid1]

welp guess somebody has to poop in his mouth... watch the video to the end for context

[@WTBreezy777]

I’m assuming he is making 70-75% of that market value because of fees and shipping, so he is at roughly $14,000 selling himself. I just think for a couple $1,000 to save yourself that amount of time is totally worth it.

[@HermannTheGreat]

Maybe not for these people that don't work 40hrs a week.

[@superdave3093]

What if I don’t WANT to poop in your mouth? 😂 What then hmmm? This was interesting. I hope you guys do more deals in the future. Curious question, have you ever thought of getting a bigger vehicle than a Prius, especially if you keep doing these big convention or bulk deals?? 🙂

[@VENOM-_-15]

Yeah but gas

[@Fern-k6v]

My game store offers 60-70 percent just depending on games

[@TheTrueR1val]

so funny to see his reaction as soon as he said he feels comfortable at 10k LOL

[@joebk44]

I was sitting here saying just offer him 11500 😂

[@NickEnlowe]

Hogs of War on PS1 was a definite blind spot for you.

[@cflores883]

$10K cash money and he would of chased you out the door if you left.

[@allenbuller8645]

9 copies of NCAA 14 will bring the cash

[@nicholasburr4825]

F that. Walk away.