Tag: reselling

April 18, 2025 Off

Box Hustle: Turning Used Moving Boxes into Cash

By The Admiral Staff

An increasing number of people are earning extra money by collecting and reselling used moving boxes. With approximately 50 million Americans moving annually, many boxes end up discarded. Companies and individuals will buy these used boxes, often for $0.50 to $2 each, to resell to new movers. Sources for acquiring boxes include asking friends/family, Craigslist (where people often give them away for free), local businesses, and online platforms like ContainerExchanger.com and BoxCycle.com.

Beyond the Bargain: Estate Sales, Garage Sales & Quick Cash Ideas
January 1, 2025 Off

Beyond the Bargain: Estate Sales, Garage Sales & Quick Cash Ideas

By The Admiral Staff

This article explores the differences between estate sales and garage/yard sales. Estate sales, often held to clear out a deceased person’s belongings or for downsizing, typically feature higher-quality, valuable items like antiques and fine china, managed by professional companies with market-based pricing. Garage sales, on the other hand, are more casual, featuring a wider range of items at lower prices, usually handled by the sellers themselves. The article also highlights key distinctions like location (estate sales indoors, garage sales

August 11, 2023 Off

Thrifting to Etsy Gold: How I Make $200/Month Selling Vintage Needlecraft

By The Admiral Staff

The article details how to make extra money selling needlecraft patterns, kits, and supplies on Etsy. The author sources these items cheaply from thrift stores—often vintage or out-of-print—and resells them with significant markups (400% to 1200%). Key strategies include finding a niche (vintage needlecraft), bargain shopping, using high-quality photos and detailed descriptions, employing effective keywords, and promoting listings on social media platforms like Instagram and Pinterest. While not