The Beginner’s Guide to Sourcing: 6 Tips for 2026

Stop wasting money at the thrift store!

When you’re a new reseller, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and buy things that sit on your shelves for months. In this video, I’m breaking down 6 essential sourcing tips that will help you stop "gambling" with your inventory and start buying like a professional.

Whether you're selling on eBay, Poshmark, or Depop, these rules will help you find profitable items and avoid the "beginner traps" that most people fall into.

In this video, we cover:
Brand vs. Value: Why a "good" brand isn't always a good flip.

The Fiber Secret: Why natural fibers (silk, wool, linen) are a reseller's best friend.

Remove the Bias: Why you shouldn't buy things just because you like them—and why you shouldn't ignore things just because you don't.

The Power of Comps: How to use data to guarantee a sale before you leave the store.

The Project Trap: Be honest—will you actually fix that button or steam that stain?

Finding Your Niche: How focusing on what you love makes the "grind" of reselling easier.

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