Wednesday Jan 22, 2025

The What Sold Podcast - Episode 67 - Snow Days and Estate Sales: Behind the Scenes at an Estate Sale

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