Thrifting feels like it's becoming obsolete for me. I can just about live entirely off curb recycling in my expensive city for total freedom because rich/lazy people love to throw out valuable items. If I can get it for free and simply hover around my neighborhood in the evenings, why race around the city competing with other thrifters, when I can help the environment and get far more satisfaction?
Here are a couple of recent sales over the last 3 days for inspiration and education. This are just my recycling sales. I also sell the things I've accumulated by thrifting. Figures are revenue before fees.
Complete PlayStation 2 Slim setup sold for $75 within 24 hours of listing. Fully functional. I have a second complete set that'll sell any time now with the holidays. I want to slap the people who toss this type of stuff.
Wireless printer sold for $135 sold within a half day of listing.
You're not seeing double here. The same wireless printer model found again sold for $135 sold within a half day of listing.
Electronic coin sorting machine sold for $65.
Yes, I took a hinge off of a used washing machine on the street and sold it for $55.
Old faithful, the electronic vacuum hose sold for $40.
Sink basin faucet I randomly found mixed with Harley Davidson exhaust pipes sold for $34.
Mixing it up with an early 1960's Barbie doll pencil dress sold for $22.50. (I have 2 cases of these types of things, but I'm slow to list them.)
Brand new laser tag vest sold for $25. Not a lot, but hard to leave it behind. I found a second unit with this, which will sell during the holidays.
2018 Hotel/Restaurant guide sold for $22. Not much, but why not?
This is what a common curb pile looks like. Imagine countless rows of these. It's easy fishing, especially when most of the items are laying loose on top, or stacked on the side in twine.
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9 Free Recycled Items Sold For $845
P.S. - I went to a few thrift stores today on my way back from a free lunch with an Instagram food influencer, and got one item for $10.88 that sold within 30 minutes of listing tonight for $70.
My listing count is starting to ramp up now that my family situation is under control, so I can finally focus on myself.
Time to go outside and find some more.
Feel free to ask any questions.
As always, reject waste! It helps the environment and all of us.
Thanks for your interest and support,