A THRIFTER has turned $15 into $700 with just two Goodwill purchases.
TikToker and thrifter (@phillypicker) is a part-time eBay seller making hundreds of dollars in profit after buying items from discount stores, flea markets, and thrift stores.
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He does this by hunting for products that he knows will get a high return.
This means name-brand shoes, electronics, sports equipment, and more.
In a recent TikTok, the bargain hunter Philly Picker (@phillypicker) scooped up two bags that cost him just over $7 each.
Since he had never heard of the brand Filson, he quickly looked it up and realized similar bags sold online for $450.
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After his discovery, he purchased both - one in green and the other in black.
Both are made from 100 percent cotton rugged twill and bridle leather, durable materials.
He was able to sell the green messenger bag on eBay for $300 and sold the other for $400.
BARGAIN BUYER
In another TikTok, the thrifter found a pair of knee-high Chuck Taylor shoes at a flea market.
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He said he'd been looking for this type of shoe for quite some as time he knew the price he could sell them for.
The bargain hunter scooped them up for just $20 and was able to sell them on eBay for $180.
On another trip to Goodwill, he found a classic Rolex box that he bought for only $5.
Because it was in good condition, he was able to sell it for an impressive $70.
Lastly, he posted another TikTok of four popular boots he picked up thrifting for about $20 to $25 each.
One sold for $140, another was purchased for $100, the other sold for $85, and the last one sold for $125.
A GUIDE TO THRIFTING
Thrifting can be a tough task, which is why you should always have a plan before purchasing.
The first tip to consider is to call the store ahead of time to see if they have any specialties.
This will then help identify which items to look for and could cut back on your search process.
Next is to give yourself a clear goal - this means making a plan of what you decide to buy and then sticking to it.
It could be helpful to take note of the things you already have, then a list of the things you’re looking for - avoiding those impulse buys.
Next up is to check when each local store restocks.
Most stores will likely be busiest on the weekend, and many of the popular items may be gone.
Lastly, learn how to discern quality.
This may take some research as many stores offer designer brands or vintage items.
Learning about quality materials and specific brands to understand what you should look for before buying may be helpful.
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A bargain hunter found a $150 crafting essential for just $8.50 while thrifting.
Plus, a popular $140 reading essential sold at Goodwill for $6.
