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Scavenger Life Podcast

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Trash to Cash. A podcast about making a living on eBay.
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What Sells On eBay: Mega Double Edition!

May 24, 2023 15:21

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The Numbers: May 14-20, 2023

May 22, 2023 23:50

When we first sold on eBay, it was all clothes all the time. When we purchased our home, we renovated an old garage into a 500 square foot climate controlled clothing storage. It felt BIG compared to what we were used to. We built these rolling clothing hangers that also stored shoes. We were psyched. […] The post The Numbers: May 14-20, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: May 7-13, 2023

May 15, 2023 16:18

We list stuff. It often sits for months or even years. But it all eventually sells. If we list enough, things sell every day. And if we can get inventory cheap enough, we’ll always make money. Check out our coffee! ► broadporch.coffee Join the conversation in the forum>> HERE Our Store Week May 7-13, 2023 […] The post The Numbers: May 7-13, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: April 30 – May 6, 2023

May 08, 2023 15:46

Sold the fewest items during a week in a long time. BUT the items we did sell were for over $50 so our average profit was about the same as most weeks. You just never know. We’ve been doing a lot of scavenging lately which has been nice. Trying to find places that are overlooked […] The post The Numbers: April 30 – May 6, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Giant clock, Pioneer Turntable, Hairpin barstools, Starburst TV Trays and Clock, Plant stand

May 01, 2023 14:23

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The Numbers: April 23-29, 2023

May 01, 2023 13:41

From the comments over the past month, it sounds like everyone is busy with their lives outside of eBay. Good! If you’ve built up a nice inventory online, things will sell while you live your life. (You still have to ship!) We’re super excited about things going on this year. Lots of work to do. […] The post The Numbers: April 23-29, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Doc Martin loafers, Glass Mug O Nuts, Designer shirt, CCTV Monitor

April 27, 2023 00:20

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The Numbers: April 16-22, 2023

April 25, 2023 11:44

Good week of sales and we did nothing different. The power of zen selling? I (Jay) went to a flea market for the first time since the pandemic. It was awesome. I love flea markets and talking to people and seeing everything they bring. There’s the antique guy who has ridiculous prices on everything and […] The post The Numbers: April 16-22, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: April 9-15, 2023

April 17, 2023 15:13

As we all discussed last week, it feels like a weird slooooooow period is upon us. Our week was certainly quiet. A handful of sales, few offers or messages. Our gut is that we’re starting a recession that hasn’t been officially announced. Or everyone is just worried and pulling back spending (is this the same […] The post The Numbers: April 9-15, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: String art, BMW patch, Aristocraft birds, Slot cars, Zenith stereo

April 11, 2023 12:28

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The Numbers: April 2-8, 2023

April 10, 2023 14:42

It’s currently a stressful time at Scavenger HQ. We have a lot of pokers in the fire which is exciting and overwhelming. When do you know when it’s too much? I guess you really don’t know. We just try to have as much fun as we can while doing projects. If it’s not fun, we […] The post The Numbers: April 2-8, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: March 26 – April 1, 2023

April 03, 2023 13:13

No big news on the any fronts. We’re just “heads down and working”. Is the economy going to crash? How scared should we be? How much cash do we need to keep on hand? Will people keep buying our sh*t? These and other exciting thoughts keep us up at night. Welcome to the glamorous life […] The post The Numbers: March 26 – April 1, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Woolums lamp, Office chair, Auto parts, Acoustic guitar, Record player

April 02, 2023 22:48

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The Numbers: March 19-25, 2023

March 28, 2023 13:52

Our common refrain last week was “why am I so tired?” Ryanne and I both would be exhausted by the end of the day. It’s the first week of Spring and we realized what a bust Winter we’ve had. Usually the cold season is when we “catch up” with things, but this year we’ve been […] The post The Numbers: March 19-25, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Vintage TV antenna, Levis sherpa denim jacket, Jim Dandy Grits material, Apothecary bottles, Pencil sharpener, GE Wildcat stereo

March 26, 2023 23:37

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The Numbers: March 12-18, 2023

March 20, 2023 18:07

When we started selling on eBay, it was 2008 when banks were collapsing across the country and hundreds of thousands of people were losing their homes. We didn’t own much of anything. eBay was a way to make some money in a rural community. Fifteen years later, banks are collapsing again. I’m not educated enough […] The post The Numbers: March 12-18, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Flood lights, Vintage L&M cigarettes, Cat figure, Silvertone TV antenna, Lite-Brite

March 18, 2023 23:21

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The Numbers: March 5-11, 2023

March 12, 2023 20:35

Let’s talk numbers. We have about 9300 items for sale on eBay. 18 items sold this week. 5 of those sold items were over $30. This week is a new week. A couple podcast listeners stopped by our cafe to say hi. Unfortunately we weren’t there. You can always send us an email to let […] The post The Numbers: March 5-11, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: February 26 – March 4, 2023

March 05, 2023 14:16

It was a normal steady week for us on eBay. We sold two broken appliances (aka “for parts”) which is always fun. I’m glad to see there’s a desire to fix broken items, especially when they may not be available anymore. When we first started the podcast in 2008 and posting our weekly numbers, we […] The post The Numbers: February 26 – March 4, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: VCR, Mustang Hood Ornament, Red Wing bowls, MCM lamp, Ashtray stand

March 04, 2023 14:38

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The Numbers: February 19-25, 2023

February 27, 2023 12:47

A slow week. We sold sixteen items. A buyer purchased a $250 painting that would have saved the week…but the person immediately cancelled. Ooof. Hey, it’s the end February and Spring is coming. Lots to do. Check out our coffee! ► broadporch.coffee Join the conversation in the forum>> HERE Our Store Week February 19-25, 2023 […] The post The Numbers: February 19-25, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Leroy Neiman print, Lord Elgin watch, Combat boots, 45 rpm records, The Clash poster

February 23, 2023 19:59

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The Numbers: February 12-18, 2023

February 20, 2023 13:16

It starts with an offer. And then another offer. And another. The offers are high offers on the most random stuff you have in your inventory. This is when you know a Prop Master has found you. Anyone who sells vintage items on eBay has probably had the joy of this encounter. With a Hollywood […] The post The Numbers: February 12-18, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Datsun 280ZX clock, Disco Color Organ, Repair manual, Vintage Spectacles, Chairs

February 13, 2023 12:58

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The Numbers: February 5-11, 2023

February 12, 2023 20:43

No job is guaranteed but a steady paycheck is nice if you have a job. Since we don’t work traditional jobs, we do not have steady pay checks or “guaranteed money”. Instead we depend on “cashflow” which can make projecting for the future tricky. Whatever we sell that week on eBay, or renting, or in […] The post The Numbers: February 5-11, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: January 29 – February 4, 2023

February 06, 2023 00:26

Winter is mostly slow for us. Fewer people traveling to our rentals. Fewer people in our cafes. Fewer yard sales and flea markets to scavenge. But we’re still plenty busy getting ready for the Spring. Ryanne sold her car on eBay to a guy who drove from 12 hours away to pick it up. The […] The post The Numbers: January 29 – February 4, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Pioneer cassette recorder, Miami Dolphins Jacket, Vintage TV Antenna, Archtop guitar

February 05, 2023 00:27

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The Numbers: January 22-28, 2023

January 31, 2023 15:33

Good week of sales for us. With all the talk of a looming recession, we’ll take it. We’re currently trying to prepare for any downturn by being as frugal as comfortable and working smart. Always nerve racking running businesses when you don’t know what the future will bring! We did sell our beloved 1996 Acura […] The post The Numbers: January 22-28, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Elgin clock radio, Coleman lantern, Pinup playing cards, Long Johns, Trucker wallet

January 28, 2023 21:46

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The Numbers: January 15-21, 2023

January 22, 2023 18:59

Our best sale this week was a lot of antique cotton flour sacks for $170. We went to a big yard sale that was closing. The flour sacks were in a garbage bag about to be thrown away. Each had printing on them of a local company. We bought the bag for $1, Nice 🙂 […] The post The Numbers: January 15-21, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: BSR record player, Hat patch, US Senate ashtray, Pipe carousel, Laurel lamp, Carhartt jacket

January 22, 2023 15:14

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The Numbers: January 8-14, 2023

January 16, 2023 14:50

A little quieter week for us but still plenty of sales. Our helper is graduating this Spring so we’re determining if she wants to continue or we find a new person to help take photos. It’s difficult finding the right person who’s self-motivated and interested in photographing old, weird items. But if you find the […] The post The Numbers: January 8-14, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: January 1-7, 2023

January 08, 2023 20:53

We spent the week in NYC and are heading home soon. Been a great time to relax and scavenge. Even though our store was on Time Away, we had great sales. Several high dollar sales of $600 (mid century wooden horse), $175 (leather jacket), $225 (vintage glass ornament), $105 (antique calling card). These are all […] The post The Numbers: January 1-7, 2023 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Pencil sharpener, Pioneer receiver, Vintage ceiling shades, Ceramic Christmas tree

January 07, 2023 00:11

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The Numbers: December 25-31, 2022

January 01, 2023 19:47

Happy New Year! As we wander the streets of NYC, enjoying the rhythm of city life, I realize how scavenging has become deeply habit for us. No matter where we go, we’re always looking at what’s being left out or thrown away. We have no shame, embarrassment, or hesitation when digging into a pile of […] The post The Numbers: December 25-31, 2022 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Parts and Manuals, Newsboy cabbie hat, Weight training books, Zenith radio

December 30, 2022 22:31

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The Numbers: December 18-24, 2022

December 25, 2022 15:10

Happy Holidays everyone! It feel like the year has zipped by…but also that a million different things happened. As people who worked for themselves, the highs and lows are equally inevitable and important. Good week for us on eBay. Our best sale for a Disneyland pin from the 1970-80s. Ryanne found it in a pile […] The post The Numbers: December 18-24, 2022 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: December 11-17, 2022

December 19, 2022 19:30

Quieter week of sales. From our history, holiday sales have never been meteoric for us since we sell such weird stuff. I think sellers who do well during the holidays specialize in electronics, jewelry and new items (retail arbitrage). If you’re looking for a unique gift, think of giving the gift of coffee 🙂 We’re […] The post The Numbers: December 11-17, 2022 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Trippensee planetarium, Tip It game, Carburetor, Portable 8-Track, Super Shooter, Coleman lantern

December 18, 2022 23:18

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What Sells On eBay: Wooden Lazy Susan, Pencil sharpener, Record player, Camera lot, E Bow device, 15” speaker

December 13, 2022 13:20

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The Numbers: December 4-10, 2022

December 12, 2022 21:38

We had a really good week of sales. They were coming in fast and were relatively high dollar. Lots of fun items that we were amazed sold. Shipping was annoying. Sometimes we do miss doing the podcast because we always have thoughts about our week selling on eBay. A couple of podcast listeners came into […] The post The Numbers: December 4-10, 2022 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: November 27-December 3, 2022

December 05, 2022 17:04

We were in Vermont to buy a truckload of green coffee beans. Shout out to our friends at Mocha Joes who have a direct relationship with coffee farms in Cameroon. It’s cool being part of a global trade route between small producers. But since we had our store on Time Away, sales were slooooooooooooow. We […] The post The Numbers: November 27-December 3, 2022 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Electric log set, Ball clock, Dinky Toy truck, Polaroid 600 camera, Pioneer 101 disc carousel 

December 01, 2022 20:32

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The Numbers: November 20-26, 2022

November 28, 2022 16:33

We had a good week of sales. Our highest sale was only $75, but we simply sold more items than usual. It feels our store is humming along. Our current challenge is needing to more stuff to sell. Our helper has been working through a huge backload of unlisted inventory that we amassed…which is all […] The post The Numbers: November 20-26, 2022 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

The Numbers: November 13-19, 2022

November 21, 2022 14:44

This was our week of $15 sales. As much as we like to fill our store with “high dollar” items (aka $30+), we do have a number of lower dollar items that build up over time. About half of this weeks sales were $15 or less. Mainly clothes we’ve had listed for a long time. […] The post The Numbers: November 13-19, 2022 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Dual turntable, Repair manual, Carhartt jacket, Headlamp clock

November 19, 2022 18:21

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The Numbers: November 6-12, 2022

November 14, 2022 15:09

This week is a good example of just business as usual. We listed items, we sold items, we lived our lives. We sold some winter gloves, cabinet knobs, a silverware set, a desk lamp, antique egg cups, some old photos, a tea pot, brass wall hooks, water filter, shoes, several old magazines, various pieces of […] The post The Numbers: November 6-12, 2022 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Funky lamp, Hot Wheels launcher, Western Airlines cards, Record player

November 12, 2022 17:52

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The Numbers: October 30- November 5, 2022

November 06, 2022 14:18

Ryanne posted about her trip to Vermont for the regional US Cup Tasters Championships where she came in 4th place. This is a huge deal since Ryanne went head to head with some of the best specialty coffee tasters on the East Coast. It gives her a shot to compete at the next competition before […] The post The Numbers: October 30- November 5, 2022 appeared first on Scavenger Life.

What Sells On eBay: Record stand, TV tube, Cups and saucers, Cabbie hat, Mustang promo model

November 05, 2022 23:18

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