Post-Holiday Blues and Reselling Chat | Pocket Change Episode

In this laid-back episode of Pocket Change, Joel and his co-host dive into a casual conversation about their week, reselling updates, and the challenges they face post-New Year. They discuss the ups and downs of the reselling business, including the difficulties of January sales on eBay, the importance of having a solid shipping plan, and their thoughts on using AI for listings. The hosts also share amusing anecdotes, touch on Funko Pops collectors, and debate the effectiveness of different shipping services. Tune in for some light-hearted banter and valuable insights for resellers.

00:00 Introduction and Banter

01:19 Reflecting on the New Year

02:02 January Sales Struggles

04:12 AI Tools and Listing Strategies

06:15 Cross-Listing and Platform Expansion

18:57 Shipping Challenges and Cost Increases

29:58 Funko Pops and Collectibles

32:08 Wonder Woman and Funko Pops

32:28 Star Wars Lego Collection

33:47 Comic Book Shipping Dilemma

35:28 Packaging Materials and Costs

36:37 Shipping Challenges and Solutions

37:45 Dumpster Diving for Boxes

47:40 FedEx vs. UPS: Shipping Stories

55:28 eBay Returns and Tax Documents

56:56 Random Reseller Conversations

58:07 Concluding Thoughts and Sales