What To Know Before Becoming A Full-Time Reseller.

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    Tips, Tricks, and TRUTH To Know Before Becoming Full-Time Reseller.

КОМЕНТАРІ • 94

  • @marywisler
    @marywisler Рік тому +8

    I work at a thrift kindness gets u everywhere. B kind to the workers !

  • @berkshirepickers
    @berkshirepickers Рік тому +14

    I just love love this video....this is just so transparent people need to know how NOT glamorous reselling is. If you don't list you don't make money.

  • @janegrametbaur817
    @janegrametbaur817 8 місяців тому +3

    You are a very wise young man

  • @livefree6878
    @livefree6878 Рік тому +11

    Wow! I’ve been watching a lot of your videos lately. Very entertaining, and learning a bit about the realities of treasure hunting. It makes sense that a lot of the work is the research and figuring out the best way to describe it so people feel comfortable purchasing it. Thanks for putting the video together, I know there’s a lot of work in it👍

  • @kidcryptic8193
    @kidcryptic8193 6 місяців тому +1

    Finally the Truth of What it means to be a reseller. THE TRUTH IS STRONG WITH THIS ONE!. Thanks for keeping it real brother. I do love being a reseller and would not go back to working for someone else but it does take a certain type of person and its not all Glamorous like it seems on the youtube's. It does have its good times and those are worth more than any punch in punch out job.

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  6 місяців тому

      Totally agree! Any advice you have for others out there?

  • @snowdoggie6956
    @snowdoggie6956 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely love you and your videos! And OMG that intro! 😆👍

  • @lilliputlane8902
    @lilliputlane8902 Рік тому +2

    You are the best. Very informant videos and very entertaining. You make it fun to learn

  • @rae717
    @rae717 5 місяців тому

    Thanks for all this wisdom, Rusty. I run a side business (landlord), and I agree that treating people respectfully in business is the best way to treat yourself well. People are more important than money. It takes time, but those kind and fair things you do for others stand you in good stead for the future. I love your attitude and the musical bits in your vids.

  • @biffboffo
    @biffboffo Рік тому +2

    Your interstitials are absolutely next level.

  • @Sheenasalesthriftytreasures
    @Sheenasalesthriftytreasures Рік тому +2

    So true there’s invoices, shipping waiting for payment, mailing, cleaning, sourcing, research it’s definitely not easy great video however with me having lupus this is the only way I can make a living is by working for myself because I’m able to take a break if I need to thank you for this great video

  • @donaldbrown7746
    @donaldbrown7746 Рік тому +7

    I have been a full time teacher part time seller/picker for 40 years… I started picking when I was 10 years old with my father… I have so much time off in the summer I become full time each summer… My father was an engineer and built roads (interstate highways) for a living, but he ran an auction house on the weekends… I learned everything I know from him… I could go full time time if I wanted to, but teaching and reselling part time is the perfect combination for me… I teach in Alexandria Va and the pay and benefits are the best in the State of Virginia… The money that I make part time is just bonus money for me… Doing this part time I, make about $1000-$2000 profit each month… I have great places/resources up here to find items… Plus I am a generalized picker… I have a little bit of knowledge on a wide variety of items… Funny you should mention paintings…I just found a rare painting last week… I paid $600 for the painting and I sold it for $4800… This doesn’t happen every day but my point is that these finds are out there if you have the knowledge… I take a different eBay category each week (ie ink pens) and I learn what’s selling and for how much… Knowledge is money in this game…

  • @ginadavis2779
    @ginadavis2779 Місяць тому

    Oh my gosh. First time viewer. Absolutely love the intro!!!!!!

  • @andreamoore6394
    @andreamoore6394 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for sharing your tips. You appear to be very kind and hard working and passionate in what you do. I dont buy sand sell but I love watching your videos! I wish you all the success in all that you do! You never know...maybe a hobby for when I retire, I love sparkly jewlery, drawn like a raven. 🙂

  • @netamorton4832
    @netamorton4832 5 місяців тому +1

    What a great video! I found your channel and I just love it! You are so personable with us! Thank you!

  • @BlessedBaubles
    @BlessedBaubles Рік тому +4

    Wow!! Thanks fir the “sell similar” tip. I always use that as a template for new listings, but this is a great idea for things that sit. I’m a 35 years eBay seller and can get really discouraged with all the changes they’ve done that have ruined so many things… like changing the sold item time we can look back. I remember being able to look back at sold items for up to 10 years!! Those were the days.
    Anyway, God bless.

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +2

      I hear you about Ebay changes. Can be very difficult and frustrating. Thanks for the comment Cousin!

  • @kristinebraley3179
    @kristinebraley3179 13 днів тому

    Thank you for such a compassionate and well thought out video chock full of information. I really love your channel.

  • @dtruetheeness
    @dtruetheeness Рік тому +1

    Your intro is pure genius.

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +3

      You can thank Peaches for that. He's the tech guru at the warehouse.

  • @skilgore9579
    @skilgore9579 Рік тому

    That was a LOT of information. Thank you for your frankness about this business

  • @harder2bgood10
    @harder2bgood10 Рік тому +3

    love the 80s vibe!

  • @lindaf4968
    @lindaf4968 Рік тому +2

    Thank you! All very helpful content.

  • @janegrametbaur817
    @janegrametbaur817 9 місяців тому +1

    This is so helpful.

  • @rhondaayers1828
    @rhondaayers1828 Рік тому

    Great video Rusty! Great tips! Thank you for sharing!!!

  • @giselawilliams1877
    @giselawilliams1877 Рік тому +1

    Great advice, thank you🥰

  • @terryshaw3493
    @terryshaw3493 Рік тому

    This is the first time I have ever watched on video of yours and WOW! Awesome information, honest and to the point. Very much appreciated, I will be watching others no doubt, I am considering reselling as a side job.

  • @deniseemond9263
    @deniseemond9263 8 місяців тому

    I thank you. I will have to watch this at least twice to catch most of it. I haven’t made the dive in yet. Doing research first. This was very helpful.

  • @karentingler4937
    @karentingler4937 Рік тому +2

    Great idea to put thin items in first class envelope w stamp and just charge customer $1.

  • @rjlaxvespa1742
    @rjlaxvespa1742 Рік тому +3

    Sometimes you just need to look around the house, might stumble on things you just don't need anymore... or neighbors friends relatives or downsizing, happy to pass off those items many times... as for boxes I have several neighbors that regularly just leave all those tiny weird shaped boxes by my front door... a lot of things that are small & fragile I just package up front , they're ready to go I know exactly what they weigh , especially for mercari first class excellent instead of having to buy huge amounts.. they have a dedicated inventory location, I may write a small description on the outside of the box.... I also have a paper tape, which will cover much advertising, everything goes in a poly bag, that's boxed, no need to have something get destroyed by the weather... in Los Angeles USPS does a wonderful job... picked up or dropped off during the day, hits the central processing center in Bell California, on a plane or truck in the middle of the night...
    Distinctive packaging does help...

  • @whateversmurfette
    @whateversmurfette Рік тому

    first time seeing the channel..subbed before the intro was over 😆yass!

  • @more444store6
    @more444store6 Рік тому +4

    Great tip, I just went and took some of my older listings, ended them, went to unsold, did sell similar on the item. I'll give it a try! Thanks!

  • @kathleenpimentel9218
    @kathleenpimentel9218 Рік тому +2

    OK...so I want to get started.

  • @debbieflansaas5599
    @debbieflansaas5599 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for all your information Rusty. I love the way you break things down for some if newbies

  • @JanetBirdFuller
    @JanetBirdFuller Рік тому +1

    Thank you for your generous & wise, advice, cousin.

  • @conspiracyhaven7471
    @conspiracyhaven7471 Рік тому

    This is the best, most helpful video I've seen. I'm a new Ebayer and this will help me in the future. Thanks you so much. Subscribed.

  • @fabulousfinds1045
    @fabulousfinds1045 Рік тому

    GREAT video!!! So true!

  • @tamithurman4600
    @tamithurman4600 10 місяців тому

    Greatful for your information thank you so very much.

  • @panchoville69
    @panchoville69 Рік тому

    I want to thank you for this video, taking the time to make all your videos❤️ you are the friend we need. I learned on your words through my Grandmother's passing. This video was a topic for my single self ❤️❤️

  • @CopingwithGrattitude
    @CopingwithGrattitude Рік тому

    Insurance is another consideration….health INS especially!

  • @Jennyx_3737
    @Jennyx_3737 Рік тому

    Cousin!! Great video 🎉

  • @vikkistorey1911
    @vikkistorey1911 Рік тому +1

    Bless You x Fab Video Fab Advice....I had to teach myself 20 Odd Years ago....Many Trial & Error Moments lol x

  • @maryfunvideos
    @maryfunvideos Рік тому

    Thank you!

  • @susanegley4149
    @susanegley4149 Рік тому

    We claim the mileage to and from the post office as well as to yard sales and thrift stores on our taxes, so we go to the post office, another benefit is that you can get a receipt to show that you've given it to them. We feel more confident with that receipt.

  • @dayleyhouse
    @dayleyhouse Рік тому +1

    you can also use the priority boxes when you mail with UPS

  • @dianevanderlinden3480
    @dianevanderlinden3480 Рік тому +1

    What a refreshing video! Subscribed.

  • @BlessedBaubles
    @BlessedBaubles Рік тому +2

    What if we send a letter size envelope with say,post cards on it, and use forever stamp, but we know the item weighs a little more postage than a normal letter? Do we just put an extra stamp on it.
    Rabbit stamps??? Non-machinable? Wow. Never heard of it. Thanks!!
    Wait, you said send first class in small folding priority mail box. Was that a boo boo?
    Ploy bags are great for yarn! tools go well in flat rate boxes.
    Dumpsters from lean places like book stores have loads of bubble wrap in the dumpster.

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому

      I will sometimes use small priority boxes, but put a poly bag over it so that you can't see that is is labelled as a priority box. Yes, if something is slightly heavier than the normal letter, you can put an extra stamp on it and it is fine, provided it's not super heavy....

  • @elizabethbeunaiche6470
    @elizabethbeunaiche6470 Рік тому

    Thanks for the reality check!

  • @ListPerfectlyYT
    @ListPerfectlyYT Рік тому

    Love your content, straight to the point!

  • @Kane6676
    @Kane6676 Рік тому +4

    The thrift stores around me are now insanely overpriced. Not even worth going in. I go out to the rural areas and they are still priced right. Make good money off those thrift stores still

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +3

      Yes, all the store prices have been steadily climbing since 2020.

  • @885Blackjack
    @885Blackjack 5 місяців тому

    I've been a reseller for 6 months, 1 month full time, in Des Moines, Iowa. It's nearly impossible for me to find anything and still make a profit. I have had to develop relationships with the pickers who supply thrift stores and travel the country and buy it off them, because everyone is paying retail at estate sales in this state. It's unreal. People are paying $25 for trays with 18 buttons and some yarn in them. I can't even pick the buttons.....................

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  5 місяців тому

      Wow! I hope you can make some good connections. How are the antique stores in your area?

    • @885Blackjack
      @885Blackjack 5 місяців тому

      @@RustyTheReseller I’ve actually had some success there, and not much at the estates. Which is odd. Could just be small sample size and my location

  • @Bookcity300
    @Bookcity300 Рік тому

    Good video! People wildly underestimate the work and money risks involved in reselling. I would say people should resell part time for 2 years before even thinking going full time. Plus at least 6 months of salary saved up-maybe more

  • @denisemoreau3429
    @denisemoreau3429 Рік тому

    Thank you so much! This was such a good primer!🙂

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +1

      You're so welcome! Whoa! Please forgive me for my ignorance, but did you send me money somehow?? I didn't know you could do that, nor has that ever happened to us before! Please let me know.. Thanks Cousin!

  • @darlaballenger2357
    @darlaballenger2357 Рік тому +3

    Could you tell me if Garnet jewelry is worth getting? How to tell if it's real? I really like your videos, I'm a hands on learner and you not only tell us you show us and that's a lot better then most video's I've watched. Thank you

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +1

      is it worth it? it always depends on the price. Garnet is pretty distinct in that it is always a darker red color. Sometimes it can be confused with Ruby bu is generally one of the lower value gemstones.

  • @clairebenoit7867
    @clairebenoit7867 Рік тому +2

    I love your videos Im retired and live in NC now and would love to do a bit of reselling but I dont understand about shipping costs and alsodo you have to have a lot of funds in the bank to get stared I need to know of a video to watch with ot paying a site for info !! Help this old goat !!! Claire

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +2

      I had almost no funds to speak of when I started this. You get one thing, flip it, and repeat. Save some back so you can buy 2 things next time, or on something more expensive that will make you more. Do it over and over again, always saving some back....We have done this for years. Some people start with a good plan and a loan. We did not. It was very hard for a long time, but it gets easier...

  • @mindyrutkowski3124
    @mindyrutkowski3124 Рік тому

    Love your channel!!! My question is how do you clean vibrate fashion jewelry? I have watched so many videos but I trust your knowledge better than most. Thanks

  • @amberhansen3806
    @amberhansen3806 Рік тому +1

    It's so funny you mentioned the brew house. That was my first job. Micro brewery. Then moved to the bottling plant. I grew up with a brew master Step dad. Our house was always filled with home brew. Then we worked together at the brewery

  • @idkwhatimdoing8707
    @idkwhatimdoing8707 Рік тому +1

    Need some more peaches

  • @mariawatson4780
    @mariawatson4780 Рік тому +2

    This video is a terrific overview. I can tell you put a lot of thought and time into it. When it comes to mailing items using a first class stamp, are you able to do so without getting dinged by ebay for not uploading tracking?

    • @ingebird3380
      @ingebird3380 Рік тому

      I always buy tracking no matter what. I want to know if the item arrived. I just add a dollar

  • @jeisamarjorieg3060
    @jeisamarjorieg3060 Рік тому +1

    OBRIGADA! Vídeo Súper

  • @celestesmith8921
    @celestesmith8921 Рік тому

    Should a good ideas,art work could work for me....thanks.

  • @pegp8590
    @pegp8590 3 місяці тому

    Rusty, does EBay report sales to the IRS for everyone?

  • @wandaarnold7395
    @wandaarnold7395 Рік тому +1

    At the USPS website, do you put total weight of all packages or what each package weighs?

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +2

      I give an approximate weight of all packages combined.

  • @pkbailey4870
    @pkbailey4870 Рік тому

    Rusty your channel is awesome! Do you run sales?

  • @terrijamieson2644
    @terrijamieson2644 Рік тому

    hi Rusty i really enjoy your videos! where are you from? thanks

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому

      We are in western North Carolina. Glad you are liking the vids Cousin!

  • @natejobs7463
    @natejobs7463 Рік тому

    Any chance some things can be falsely marked? Recently found a necklace marked 14k Italy but doesn't quite look like gold, shows an off gold color and rubbing/ faded of color.

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +1

      Yes, if you do what I do long enough, you will come across it. It isn't very often. You should probably have a scratch tester or something to use to verify the gold purity.

  • @bessbowers5533
    @bessbowers5533 Рік тому

    So, you have keep all you pics of items. If you use “sell similar “ to relist correct? I have a store on eBay. Lost of hard items boxed. And yea, I deleted those pics.😒

    • @bessbowers5533
      @bessbowers5533 Рік тому

      Weee I figured it out.. it’s true never to old to learn something new. Thank You!

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +1

      if you use "sell similar" it copies the entire listing including the photos.

  • @celestesmith8921
    @celestesmith8921 Рік тому +1

    I just love your accent. You're a cutie

  • @inkybearemerson2160
    @inkybearemerson2160 Рік тому

    Do you have to pay taxes as a reseller??

  • @BlueMorganna
    @BlueMorganna Рік тому +2

    I found this site online
    called U-Line. They sell all sorts of shipping items. I've tried them and for the money you can't beat them.

  • @Aaron-hd8ql
    @Aaron-hd8ql Рік тому

    You can list all day long and still not make money don't believe in ebay that place has died.

    • @RustyTheReseller
      @RustyTheReseller  Рік тому +2

      I have to disagree with you sir, we do over $100k in sales on Ebay alone each year. It isn't what it used to be....but it still is one of the best selling platforms due to the customer base.