The What Sold Podcast
The story of items bought and sold by a modern day treasure hunter
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In this episode of the What Sold Podcast, hosts Brandon and Matt dive deep into items they wish they had not found or bought. They share personal stories of items they've regretted buying and the lessons learned from those experiences. They discuss the pitfalls of buying bulk items, navigating market changes, and the unexpected challenges of handling large purchases. Key stories include Matt's ordeal with a massive antique store buyout, the collapse of the Bakelite jewelry market, and mishaps with breakable goods. The episode wraps up with sales highlights and a cliffhanger about a mysterious valuable item Matt recently discovered. Tune in for practical advice, cautionary tales, and a heartfelt look into the realities of the reselling business.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts' Banter
01:00 Discussing Regret: Personal Stories
02:09 Nostalgia and Childhood Collections
03:59 The Evolution of Comic Books
09:39 Regret in Reselling: Lessons Learned
13:58 The Rise and Fall of Bakelite
20:47 Researching Market Trends
28:43 The Costly Mistake with the LE Smith Vase
30:01 Lessons Learned from Shipping Breakable Items
32:20 The Risks of Buying Antique Paper Ephemera
35:24 The Challenges of Large Antique Store Buyouts
38:12 The Struggle with Storage and Logistics
43:25 The Impact of Hurricane Helene
45:59 Weekly Sales Highlights
51:22 Cliffhanger: Mysterious Valuable Items
53:00 Closing Remarks and Teasers
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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
In this episode of the What Sold Podcast Brandon and Rusty (substituting for Matt) delve into the significance of taking time off to rejuvenate oneself. They discuss Matt's recent break due to surgery and how it led him to rediscover his passion for music and creativity. The conversation highlights the challenges and importance of setting boundaries between work and personal life, especially for small business owners and full-time resellers. They also touch upon misconceptions about quick success through reselling and content creation. The episode underscores the value of planning, taking breaks, and maintaining a balanced approach to work and life.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement
00:55 YouTube and Audience Engagement
01:55 Content Creation Challenges
03:06 Balancing Work and Personal Life
06:28 Expanding the Business
11:27 Upcoming Live Broadcast
12:14 Taking a Break and Personal Hobbies
19:59 Balancing Work and Free Time
20:56 The Importance of Taking Breaks
21:56 Reevaluating Work and Personal Life
23:51 The Reality of YouTube Success
26:49 Building Genuine Relationships in Business
29:45 The Value of Community and Support
36:27 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
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Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
Wednesday Mar 12, 2025
In this episode of the What Sold Podcast, hosts Brandon and Matt navigate a tough week, discussing topics ranging from personal health to challenges shipping items. As the conversation turns toward their primary focus—buying and selling—they delve into the complexities and frustrations of eBay customer service, especially for high-volume sellers. They discuss strategies for dealing with difficult customers, shipping issues, and eBay's punitive measures for sellers. Despite these challenges, Matt shares recent successful sales, including antique mourning jewelry, collectible pocket knives, and semi-precious gemstones, illustrating the varied and intriguing world of eBay reselling.
00:00 Introduction and Slow Start
01:06 Ash Wednesday and Lent
01:31 Medical Procedure and Recovery
02:40 Nicknames and Wrestling
04:51 Customer Service Challenges
06:03 Handling Difficult Customers
13:28 Shipping Issues and eBay Policies
21:47 Shipping Challenges on eBay
21:59 Handling Combined Orders and Discounts
23:07 Issues with eBay's Automated System
25:13 Customer Communication and Shipping Delays
26:43 eBay's Focus on Part-Time Sellers
28:27 eBay's Punitive Measures for Sellers
32:11 The Need for Better Customer Support
35:41 What Sold This Week
36:07 Antique Pocket Knives and Mourning Jewelry
41:48 Selling Semi-Precious Gemstones
44:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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What Sold Podcast:
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Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
In this episode of the What Sold Podcast, Brandon and Matt discuss the inherent difficulties of running a small business while balancing personal life. They delve into the concept of maintaining a long-term perspective, acknowledging that highs and lows are intrinsic to any business. The conversation transitions to the TV show 'Severance' and its portrayal of work-life separation, leading to discussions on the complexities of intertwining personal responsibilities with professional duties. Matt shares his experiences and insights on navigating flea markets as a professional reseller, offering tips on identifying valuable items, the importance of negotiating, and the risks of potentially buying stolen goods. They also cover the ethics and psychology behind reselling, emphasizing relationship-building and responsible sourcing. The episode concludes with Matt’s rundown of recent sales items that may seem insignificant but hold surprising value, illustrating the potential in overlooked objects. A note of appeal is made for listener support through subscribing, reviewing, and sharing the podcast.
00:00 Introduction and Philosophical Musings
01:03 Balancing Work and Personal Life
03:32 Challenges of Small Business Ownership
04:46 The Reality of Reselling
11:09 Flea Market Adventures
24:49 Early Bird Yard Sale Strategies
25:35 Negotiation Tactics and Ethical Considerations
28:05 The Importance of Time Management in Reselling
30:10 Understanding the Reseller's Role
36:01 Valuable Finds in Unexpected Places
44:57 Selling Damaged Goods for Profit
46:23 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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What Sold Podcast:
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Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
On this episode, Brandon and Matt of the What Sold Podcast delve into a variety of topics related to reselling antiques and collectibles. They discuss Matt's busy workload and efforts to balance social life and family. The duo addresses listener questions, notably from super fans Yvette and Mary, on pricing and selling strategies for items like a valuable brooch. Key themes include the complexities of listing items as 'Buy It Now' versus auctioning them, the significance of context in selling prices, and the importance of experience. They also highlight unique recently sold items, such as an antique straight razor, a vintage 14-karat gold Omega wristwatch, and a cameo brooch. The episode combines practical reselling advice with engaging personal anecdotes.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
02:47 Listener Questions and Reselling Tips
05:06 Pricing Strategies for Resellers
08:08 Auction vs. Buy It Now
12:48 Memorable Sales and Experiences
20:18 Selling Antique Straight Razors
24:50 The Timeless Appeal of Straight Razors
25:31 Pocket Watch Chains: A Resurgence in Popularity
26:36 The Value of Gold-Filled Jewelry
28:55 Antique Cameo Brooches and Their Market
30:25 Omega Watches: A Collector's Dream
32:22 Victorian Bangle Bracelets
34:36 Historical Badges and Pins
41:10 The Art of Reselling on eBay
46:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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What Sold:
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Postcard Planet:
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What Sold Podcast:
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Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
Wednesday Feb 19, 2025
In this special anniversary episode of the What Sold Podcast, the hosts celebrate their one-year milestone by discussing significant sales from their eBay store and sharing insights into the highs and lows of the reselling business. The episode highlights a variety of sold items, including antique jewelry and collectible badges, while also addressing challenges like eBay's listing policies. They provide practical advice for scaling a reselling business, discuss the benefits and drawbacks of the platform, and explore alternative avenues for sales. The hosts also reflect on their friendship and the enjoyable dynamics of making the podcast.
00:00 Welcome to Our One-Year Anniversary!
01:26 Challenges of Balancing Life and Business
03:04 Scaling Up: Handling Increased Sales Volume
04:13 The Joys and Struggles of Podcasting
05:41 Adapting to Audience Feedback
08:31 Hiring Help: When and How to Scale Your Business
11:35 The Realities of Full-Time Reselling
15:12 Engaging with Our Community
16:19 What Sold This Week: Highlights and Surprises
22:45 Exploring the Silver Collection
23:08 The Journey of Selling Silver
23:46 Building Relationships in the Business
24:38 Understanding eBay's Fees and Taxes
25:46 High Sales and Fulfillment Challenges
26:35 The Fascinating World of Vintage Licenses
29:48 The Story of the Dynamite Fishermen
32:38 Navigating eBay's Inconsistent Policies
34:50 Alternative Selling Platforms
39:51 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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What Sold Podcast:
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Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
In this episode of the What Sold Podcast, hosts Brandon and Matt (also known as Rusty) discuss Matt's recent experience of recovering from illness and the humor behind his temporary weight loss. They delve into the dynamics of selling Girl Scout cookies and share their personal challenges intertwined with humorous anecdotes. On the more serious reselling front, Matt provides an in-depth guide on effective eBay listing strategies. He emphasizes the importance of compelling titles, high-quality photos, and proper categorization to enhance visibility and sales. Matt also explains the benefits of relisting items periodically to keep them visible to potential buyers. The conversation covers various selling platforms like eBay, Facebook Marketplace, and live auctions, detailing the pros and cons of each. The episode wraps up with a showcase of some intriguing items Matt recently sold, including a vintage bookend, colorful mineral slabs, and carved jade pieces, anticipating a busy week with nearly 100 items ending in auction soon.
0:00 Introduction and Catching Up
00:44 Southern Cooking and Weight Loss
02:37 Girl Scout Cookies and Name Changes
04:17 Listener Feedback and Podcast Goals
07:20 Listing Products: Platforms and Strategies
15:52 The Art of Listing: Titles and Photos
21:17 Relisting Strategies for Better Sales
23:34 Relisting Strategies for Part-Time Sellers
24:48 Analyzing Listings for Better Sales
27:15 Choosing the Right eBay Categories
29:26 Efficient Listing Techniques
36:36 Recent Sales Highlights
41:54 Upcoming Auctions and Final Thoughts
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Postcard Planet:
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What Sold Podcast:
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Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
In this episode of the What Sold Podcast, hosts Matt and Brandon discuss their recent bout with illness and the challenges it posed, causing a delay in the show. Matt shares his grueling experience of dealing with multiple health issues, including the flu. The conversation then shifts to the difficult scenarios faced by online sellers, particularly on eBay, including a recent scam where Matt was defrauded of $1,500 worth of sterling silver jewelry. He outlines the lack of support from eBay for sellers and the tactics buyers can use to exploit the system. The episode concludes with a discussion of interesting items Matt successfully sold this week, despite his struggles, such as vintage ink pens and collectible bottles.
00:00 Introduction and Health Update
02:06 Matt's Series of Unfortunate Events
07:33 The Challenges of Being a Seller on eBay
09:06 eBay's Policies and Seller Struggles
18:17 Scams and Lack of Seller Protection
22:49 Navigating eBay's Trust Issues
24:25 Dealing with Difficult Buyers
28:31 The Impact of Online Anonymity
31:10 Lessons from Selling High-Value Items
35:09 Profitable Finds and Sales
43:10 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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What Sold:
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Postcard Planet:
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What Sold Podcast:
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Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
In this episode of the What Sold Podcast, Brandon and Matt, also known as Rusty the Reseller, dive into a variety of topics including estate sales, childhood wrestling names, and Matt's recent trip to Mexico City. Matt shares stories about selling antique and vintage items, including gold charms, vintage eyeglasses, and unique finds like antique sugar cubes and silver eyeglasses. Additionally, they discuss strategies for organizing and selling large purchase lots, tips for shipping efficiently with the USPS, and strategies for new resellers. The episode also teases an upcoming collaboration with a new seller, Yvette, to discuss her experiences entering the reselling world.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
00:55 Rusty's Wrestling Persona
02:49 Estate Sale Adventures
04:08 Luchador Wrestling Experience
08:36 Sales Strategies and Shipping Tips
13:11 Watch Collection Breakdown
22:59 Estate Sales and Reselling Insights
25:08 Analyzing the Painting's Potential
26:24 Creative Struggles and Priorities
28:06 Innovative Ideas and Future Projects
29:17 Recent Sales and Finds
31:41 Unique Antique Items
39:12 Expert Tips for Reselling
45:41 Seasonal Sales Trends
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What Sold:
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Postcard Planet:
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What Sold Podcast:
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Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
In this episode of the What Sold Podcast, we discuss the recent wave of school closures in their area due to minimal snowfall, contrasting it with regions used to heavy snow. We highlight the challenges of keeping kids occupied during unexpected days off. The main segment provides an in-depth look at an estate sale adventure in Old Fort, detailing our strategies, experiences, and the types of items we seek for resale. Insights are shared on the dynamics of estate sales, the importance of knowing the resale market, and tips for both part-time and aspiring full-time resellers. Additionally, the episode touches on the benefits of using QuickBooks for eBay sellers and emphasizes starting small and growing in the reselling business.
00:00 Introduction and Snowmageddon Woes
01:25 School Closures and Parenting Challenges
04:46 Language Learning and Parenting Reflections
06:01 Podcast Guest and Listener Feedback
07:47 Estate Sale Adventure Begins
12:08 Inside the Estate Sale: Strategies and Experiences
21:14 The Art of Buying and Selling
21:56 The Case of the Missing Watches
24:00 A Successful Haul
27:07 Understanding the Estate Sale Crowd
29:26 Strategies for Reselling
31:36 The Importance of Knowing Your Customer
34:01 Building a Reselling Business
36:11 Tips for New Resellers
41:54 Final Thoughts and Tax T
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What Sold:
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Postcard Planet:
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What Sold Podcast:
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