If you’re new to flipping, one great way to start your reselling business is by selling items in your home that you no longer use. Once you’ve done that and learned how to list on eBay and other reselling platforms, you can graduate to sourcing new and used items to flip. Here is a list of the 28 best items to flip for a profit. One thing to remember with the items below is that the brand is what can make your item worth more or less. If it is a desirable brand in any category, you can get a higher price for it. You’ll learn which brands flip for more money as you spend more time sourcing and flipping items.
#1 Furniture
Furniture is a great item to flip for a profit because you can find it cheap or even free. Look for wood pieces, not pieces made of particle board. Solid wood pieces will have a better resale value than those typically purchased at IKEA.
#2 Appliances
Appliances are a high-profit item that you can find everywhere. People who complete renovations are looking to offload old appliances, and this is where you can make a good profit. Buy low and sell high. You do have to learn freight shipping if going into appliances.
#3 Old Vehicles
With the way the market is right now, it’s a great time to flip any extra vehicles you might have. Cars that are just a few years old are selling for what buyers paid for them initially, so depreciation is less than usual.
#4 Shoes
Everyone needs shoes! This is a great niche to get into because shoes are everywhere and are relatively small, so they’re easier to ship.
#5 Antiques
If you’re interested in antiques and have a special eye for a specific niche, then antiques may be for you. Sometimes just picking up something that looks old can give you a good idea that it’s an antique, but do your research first.
#6 Video Games
Once you’ve played a game, why not resell it so you can make money for a new one? Video games have a decent resell price, and some vintage video games sell well. Next time you’re at your parent’s house, dig your old games out of the closet and look up the comps on eBay.
#7 Tools
Tools are great to flip because they’re often expensive to purchase new, but if they’re cared for properly, they can still be usable.
#8 Records
Records are back! Over the last several years, record players have made a comeback, so dig through your old records and see if there are any valuable ones you can part with.
#9 Instruments and Music Equipment
Buying an instrument new can be costly. Parents are often looking to purchase instruments for their kids rather than rent, so there is a market for instrument flips.
#10 Vintage Electronics
Remember the candy-colored iMacs of the late 1990s? Or how about your Walkman? Vintage electronics are still selling well on eBay. People are nostalgic for the things they used to have.
#11 Kitchen Gadgets
Crockpots, espresso machines, dehydrators, mixers, bread makers, toaster ovens, and pressure cookers are some kitchen gadgets that will sell.
#12 Sports Equipment
Parents spend so much money on sports equipment for their kids. If you can source sports equipment for cheap, you will be able to profit.
#13 NordicTracks
NordicTrack machines including the vintage ski machines, are exercise machines that still hold a good resale value.
#14 Treadmills
People purchase these at the start of the year with good intentions of changing health patterns, but when they’re looking to move or clear space, they’ll often get rid of these for cheap.
#15 Spin Bikes
Spin bikes are similar to treadmills. Certain brands will sell well, and you can often source them from people moving or cleaning their homes.
#16 Baby Gear
There are so many things new parents need to buy, and it’s all expensive to buy new ones. Often, parents will look to eBay for cheaper options. Certain brands of strollers like Bob have a good resale value. Sell baby clothing in bulk once it’s too small. Look for baby monitors too.
#17 Lego Sets
Lego is a popular toy that will resell. You can buy Lego sets and keep them new in a box, holding them for a few years until they’re rare, or you can sell old Lego sets for less than retail.
#18 American Girl Dolls and Accessories
American Girl Doll sets, dolls, and accessories are expensive. If you can find any to flip, it’s a win. Parents love when they can score these in bulk for cheaper than retail.
#19 Trading Cards
Whether you’re into Pokemon or sports cards, there is a market for rare trading cards. Sometimes you can find them in bulk and flip them to a collector or someone who enjoys the hunt of going through cards.
#20 Sports Memorabilia
Sports memorabilia is another category that plays to the nostalgia factor. Even players that have retired still have items selling well. Think jerseys, hats, sneakers, trading cards, signed balls, and so much more.
#21 Other Collectibles
Think of Marvel, DC, Barbie, Funko, and other collectible items. If someone collects it, you can sell it!
#22 Jewelry
Jewelry can make for a decent flip. The best part about jewelry is that it’s small and easy to ship! There are styles for everyone. Costume jewelry, sterling silver, and gold do well.
#23 Purses
Keep your eyes out for name-brand purses that you can flip. Spend time learning to spot a fake, so you don’t lose money.
#24 Brand-Name Clothes
Keep clothing out of the landfill and flip brand-name clothes on Poshmark.
#25 Vacuum Cleaners
Some of the better brands to look for are Kirby, Dyson, and Orek.
#26 Hiking and Camping Gear
Hiking and camping gear can be expensive to buy new. Tents, hiking backpacks, camping grills, and other quality accessories can resell on eBay.
#27 Paintings
Art is another niche that some resellers do well with. Learn the artists and styles that sell well, and look for those.
#28 Housewares
Other household items to flip include clocks, digital picture frames, lamps, printers, and anything you’ve spent money on in your home.
Flip Items With Recognizable Brands
Don’t forget that brands make a difference in your selling price. If you are wondering if your item is worth more, check the sold comps (items that sold) and see what your item has sold for. If you are listing it on eBay, you can be comparable; if you are listing it locally, you will need to drop the price a little.
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