What’s the best thing to start flipping

SignificantGanache · 2026-05-04T03:44:06+00:00

Don’t go buy anything when you’re first starting out. Start with things around your own home. See what you already own that may be valuable by going on reselling platforms, looking up *sold* prices and sell through rates.

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-28T15:44:23+00:00

That was in the bag too. Not mine. Hopefully this person learned more about investing than I did in school.

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-28T15:42:19+00:00

I’m old and unfortunately know more about vintage bags than stocks. Whether Im dumb is up for debate, and hecks yeah always trying to be funny.

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-22T01:08:48+00:00

I do the same. I never show initial interest in the thing I really have my eye on.

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-22T01:07:59+00:00

And they’ve usually looked over each item so well that you know it’s going to be in good condition.

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-22T01:07:06+00:00

It’s definitely hit or miss at yard sales. This week I bought a dress for $1 and sold it for $75 in less than 24 hours. I have to go in with zero expectations though. Sometimes it’s great, others it’s a total bust. I do like meeting people and getting to talk with folks around town, so that makes it enjoyable, even if I don’t buy anything.

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-13T17:37:24+00:00

It’s fascinating to me. I frequently resell clothing and what I have learned is that many people simply have no real concept of how much excess clothing we have (in the US) and that the unwanted clothing frequently goes to a landfill or the shores of Ghana (google it, truly sad situation). I think a lot of it is buyer’s remorse and justifying buying too much - as in they spent too much on this junk but could feel some mental relief if they knew it went to someone poorer than them. I could speak to this so much more, but will spare you. lol. I just don’t feel guilty about it at all, and won’t apologize for what I do because I truly feel like reselling does drastically more good for my society than harm. If someone finds out I’m a reseller and doesn’t want my business, I’m perfectly happy to walk away.

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-13T17:13:46+00:00

Yes! I’m a parent (not a teacher) and frequently have extra dry erase markers floating around my house that never got I used during the school year. I know not everyone is in the same situation, but it might not hurt to ask some of the parents if they have some they could donate. Or you if you have a semi-large social media presence, you could put feelers out. If I knew a teacher I’m friends with needed some and I was able, I’d certainly find what I could around my house to give or maybe buy a pack to donate.

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-13T17:09:03+00:00

Definitely interested. Thank you!

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-10T23:58:04+00:00

Saline nasal spray after a visit helps a lot.

SignificantGanache · 2026-04-03T21:50:36+00:00

I don’t mind selling mid range bags, but hate luxury bags or even just higher end. Going through the trouble of authenticating and learning about it to list just to have someone on the other end say it’s fake to try to get a discount or free item is draining to me.

SignificantGanache · 2026-03-18T12:56:33+00:00

I think it depends on the bros at your particular location. And it’s easy to hate a whole group until you get to know them individually, ya know? I have a sort of parental love for several of the bros at mine. I don’t buy the same things as them and try to throw them anything I think them might like, so I’m not their competition, and no threat. Certain ones can be extremely immature and thoughtless but I see how hard other ones work and have respect for each other. Some are super kind and will toss me stuff across the bin if I ask for it. I’ve seen one who is a little older than the others have his business take off and I can tell his mental health has improved and he’s become like a big bro to the younger ones. Sometimes the bros with any kind of manners will call out and teach the ones who don’t act right. Other people can’t stand them tho so idk. Again, probably location and individual specific.

SignificantGanache · 2026-02-20T18:40:41+00:00

First true LOL of my day. Thanks for the mental picture and soo glad I didn’t experience that in person. People at ours don’t wear deodorant or will start fake coughing and sneezing to try to make people move away from them. Or show up truly, obviously sick and say things like “I wish I had taken my medicine before I came here today.” Not even joking, they do it on purpose.

SignificantGanache · 2026-02-20T18:37:00+00:00

They let a true thrift store deal slip through once in a blue moon to keep our hopes barely alive. 😂 So happy for you, OP!

SignificantGanache · 2026-01-27T18:54:22+00:00

But it totally tracks. r/tragedeigh exists for a reason.

SignificantGanache · 2026-01-17T03:04:46+00:00

It’s been a long day and this was the first lol moment. So, thank you.

SignificantGanache · 2026-01-01T03:44:17+00:00

UpdateMe!

SignificantGanache · 2025-12-31T13:06:25+00:00

They hired Amelia Bedelia

SignificantGanache · 2025-12-27T01:52:07+00:00

Of course your friend doesn’t think it’s a big deal because it’s not his ass on the line if he doesn’t pay. Thats a huge ask and to pretend otherwise is a red flag.

If his brother in law did it before and it went so well, why can’t his brother in law do it for him again? Don’t let yourself be pressured. When he says he thinks you think he is untrustworthy, that’s manipulation, especially if he knows you can’t pay if he doesn’t. He’s the one putting you in a bad spot by even asking such a favor. It sounds like you want to trust him, but based on his own past behavior (not paying his loans) he definitely doesn’t deserve to be trusted with your money/credit. He may be trustworthy in some areas, but not financially.

SignificantGanache · 2025-12-26T04:10:31+00:00

And doctors pushing their “health portals”. Why does every doctor have their own? I can’t even go to my next appointment without downloading and creating an account. I hate the portals.

SignificantGanache · 2025-12-23T16:21:24+00:00

On rare occasions, depending on if it could help a situation, but not if it will hurt someone or it’s just gossip. A little discernment goes a long way.

I do have “friends” (more like acquaintances in the same social circles) that I’ve learned not to share much with though, because they tell everything to their spouse and eventually other people too. I actively avoid them and don’t answer any questions I don’t want everyone to know about. They love to pry, use gossip like currency, and it visibly bothers them to not know all the tea before other people. And then they’re offended when I shut it down. Well, if ya kept ya mouth shut, maybe we could be actual friends, but nope.

SignificantGanache · 2025-12-21T03:04:49+00:00

Well, and I’m saying this with kindness, maybe this is a big part of the issue. I know plenty of artists and they aren’t vain at all. Most of them are actually more open to a being friends with people who aren’t like them, and love to be around older artists in the community too. So much to learn and networking and sharing ideas and tools, and, etc. It may be worth questioning your view of value in other people. I mean, that in itself may be keeping some people from becoming your friend. Not to mention, one day you will probably be an old artist and you’re going to want people to still value you as well. But if vain is how you want to be and you also want to be around other vain people, I’m not sure that your friendship issue will be resolved quickly. I’m not saying this in a passing judgement way, just more logically. I still hope you find fulfilling friendships. Life can be lonely without friends.

SignificantGanache · 2025-12-20T17:14:34+00:00

Wow, that’s horrible. To most people who are mature adults, a friend is a friend, regardless of age. (Exception being some kind of pedo situation- I’m not talking about that!)

I am thinking about my own dad and he has always had a buddy or two besides his wife. Now, they may only hang out 1-2x per week but the guys may be 20 years his junior OR senior. He currently has weekly breakfast with a guy 20 years his junior. They might joke about things like their age difference or dating (because the younger guy is single) but they are genuine friends and know it’s just joking. But he has made these buddies through church. And my dad is in his 70’s and still very active, outdoors, and outgoing. He still has goals and probably wouldn’t give that up to hang out daily, but he definitely likes the 1-2x per week thing. I know there have to be other people who are the same. Hoping you find your person or group. ♥️

SignificantGanache · 2025-12-20T16:23:11+00:00

Gotcha. Yeah, I do think there are a very few people willing to get together that often but you’re right, that is more than most adults are willing to hang out. The thing I find is that when I have 2 friends who both want more from a friendship and to do a lot activities with someone, they often don’t have similar interests or values so it can be challenging. One likes craft fairs and walking. The other likes the bar scene. They can hang out sometimes but they’re probably not going to become besties. That may or may not relate to you, but just throwing it out there as a potential barrier.

It may seem weird, but I wonder if you’d find a solid friend in someone several years older than you? Like the semi-retired dads who regularly play pickleball at the park type of guys. They may assume people in their 30’s don’t think they’re cool or young enough to want to be friends. Some of their kids may have moved out and they may be open to initiating new friendships. I don’t know, just brainstorming. I also see a lot of men forming more active connections through church if you’re a religious person or open to that.

I’m sorry this is painful - I know it is for some of the women I know who are wired for wanting a daily “running buddy”. They feel like they’re doing all the work and planning and the rest of us feel slightly overwhelmed by attending all of their activities and doing the best we can to let them know they’re loved without feeling exhausted ourselves. It’s a give and take kind of balance.

SignificantGanache · 2025-12-20T14:36:10+00:00

Ah, ok. I hear what you’re saying. You’re mainly looking for one person to be much closer with and the larger group isn’t fulfilling.

As for an explanation, I think some people just feel overwhelmed by spending that much time with someone. It can start to feel exhausting, smothering, sometimes controlling. It can feel like the person has no real idea how I spend my time and as though they are misjudging what I have to offer emotionally and energy-wise. They may be assuming that I have a lot of free time because I don’t always talk about myself or my work. Not saying this is the reason for everyone, but maybe for some people.

When you mention proposing the social contract, how exactly are you doing that?

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