The What Sold Podcast

The What Sold Podcast - Episode 80 - Turning Nostalgia into Profit: What's Hot and What's Not - How To Sell on eBay When Times are Tough


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In this episode of the 'What's Sold' podcast, Matt and Brandon return from spring break with light-hearted discussions about weather and seasons before diving into valuable reselling insights. They talk about their personal experiences with climate differences and transitioning into practical reselling advice for those affected by economic uncertainties. Matt shares strategies on finding valuable items at thrift stores and what kinds of products may yield the best returns, particularly focusing on small items like vinyl records, cassette tapes, and neckties. The hosts highlight the importance of checking one's own belongings for hidden value, using examples such as a potentially valuable Tiffany necklace found in storage. In addition, Matt talks about a recent acquisition—an antique 1938 guitar—and dissects the process and value of reselling such unique items. The show concludes with 'What Sold' segment that details various sold items, including vintage pins, cufflinks, and antique wallets, providing real-world examples of the discussed strategies.

00:00 Introduction and Spring Break Optimism
 
01:20 Seasons and Weather Anecdotes
 
02:05 Lawn Care Memories
 
03:21 Tiffany Necklace Discovery
 
08:21 Bowling League Night Fun
 
09:12 Market Uncertainty and Reseller Impact
 
15:26 Reselling Tips and Strategies
 
26:03 Inherited KitchenAid Mixers
 
26:55 Cassette Tape Nostalgia
 
28:11 The Story of Sugar Man
 
29:49 Finding Value in Unexpected Places
 
31:04 The Market for Used Sports Equipment
 
34:17 The Bicycle Boom
 
35:21 Flipping Instruments for Profit
 
37:38 What Sold: Musical Instruments
 
42:51 Vintage Pins and Cufflinks
 
46:14 Identifying and Selling Antiques
 
53:38 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
 
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