MediumHigh Flexibility$50-200 startupMedium Demand

Reselling (Flipping)

Buy low at thrift stores and sell high online

Reselling (Flipping) pays $10-$50 per hour. With 10 hours per week, you can earn $433-$2,165 per month.

What is Reselling (Flipping)?

Reselling means finding underpriced items at thrift stores, garage sales, estate sales, and clearance racks, then selling them for a profit on eBay, Poshmark, or Facebook Marketplace. Popular categories include clothing, electronics, books, and collectibles.

Reselling (Flipping) Earnings Breakdown

Hours/WeekWeekly (Low)Weekly (High)Monthly (Low)Monthly (High)
5 hours$50$250$217$1,083
10 hours$100$500$433$2,165
15 hours$150$750$650$3,248
20 hours$200$1,000$866$4,330
30 hours$300$1,500$1,299$6,495

Skills Needed

Product knowledgePricing researchPhotographyNegotiation

Tips for Getting Started

  1. 1

    Use the eBay app to scan barcodes and check sold prices before buying

  2. 2

    Start with a category you know — shoes, video games, or books

  3. 3

    Estate sales and liquidation auctions have the best margins