Do you get excited by the prospect of going on a hunt? Would you want the opportunity to earn money by selling your finds? This article will outline things that shoppers should keep an eye out for while attending a garage or estate sale.
The greatest method to become an expert like Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz from American Pickers is to gain knowledge about a number of different old items. This way, when you come across such items, you will know their worth or value on the market. If you have an idea of how much money to expect, you should be motivated. Don’t be discouraged if some people don’t think the items aren’t worth your asking price.
1. Collectible Cards
Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon, and The Gathering trading cards can be quite valuable. Cards with a foil-covered front are normally worth more, while cards with any visible wear are usually worth much less. You’ll undoubtedly have some value if you see many cards with a foil-covered front and radically different face designs from the other cards for sale—and you may purchase the complete collection for a pittance. Check out individual cards on eBay to discover more about a card’s worth and what to search for, especially foil-covered cards or cards with unique designs.
2. Video games from the 1980s and 1990s
Nintendo 64, NES, Game Boy consoles, and SNES all of which were released before the year 2000, are among the most sought-after vintage video game consoles on eBay. A dollar or two spent on cartridges from such systems is typically enough to earn you some money if the cartridges are still in their original box and in good condition. Even though they’re outdated and you can’t have fun playing them anymore, there are people out there who still value them.
3. Tools
Unless the yard sale prices are outrageous, tools in excellent working condition may always be flipped locally. Look for wired power tools and whole sets of equipment that are in excellent condition, since they are typically sold at a discount only to get them out of a garage.
4. Bicycles
If you take the effort to clean them, bicycles almost always function well after they are ridden. It is not difficult to increase your income by two or even three times by just cleaning for an additional hour or two. It is usually never a bad idea to spend less than $40 on a bike that serves its purpose and is of higher quality than those sold in department stores. Bikes sold in department stores for about ten dollars or less have the potential to be successful. Vintage motorcycles may sell for over $100.
4. Musical Instruments
If they are in working condition and cost less than twenty dollars, musical instruments nearly always have the potential to be resold for a healthy profit. It is possible for parents to invest in musical instruments for their children with the intention of those instruments being used at some point in the child’s future career.
6. Electronics
Electronics that are in working order and are being sold at a steep discount have the potential to be resold for a profit. Because the rates that are charged locally for such previously used products may vary quite a bit from one location to the next, you should definitely look on your neighborhood’s version of Craigslist before getting involved. Always make sure the item works properly before purchasing an electronic one.
7. Jewellery and Costumes
The best finds of the day often include costume jewelry, particularly antique costume jewelry. Keep an eye out for anything designed by Miriam Haskell and do your best to get it. Make it a habit to double verify that the work is of high quality and that the settings are secure before applying any adhesive.
8. Books and CDs
It is possible to make a profit by purchasing CDs and books in bulk, then breaking them up and selling them separately. If you come across someone who is selling a large box of books or CDs for only a few dollars, it is almost always in your best interest to make the purchase because you will be able to recoup your investment by selling the items that have individual value and then selling the remaining items in bulk. Additionally, it is important to keep a lookout for DVD box sets.
9. Vinyl Albums
Even though they listen to the same songs through streaming services like Spotify and Pandora, nowadays millennials are the largest segment of vinyl purchasers. These young adults purchase new albums from classic bands like The Beatles and The Who, right up to rap artists like 2pac.
