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The What Sold Podcast - Episode 76 - Lessons Learned: The Missteps in Reselling - What Not To Do
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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