How I make $400/Day Flipping VIDEO GAMES
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- Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
- Had a lovely afternoon of sourcing video games in my hometown today, hope you all enjoy it as well!
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I'm beginning to wonder if the sales clerks figure out that you've found a hidden underpriced gem and then just tell you they can't find it and then they buy it at a an even lower employee discount and resell it.
THIS....This was my thought
you would if you could.
@@ThatsJustEric no it wasn’t
Yes. It's just business. If you want to compete, you should pick up on the same tactics.
Supply & demand; in order to supply, it's important to know the consumer's demands.
Therefore, sales revolves around psychology and manipulation. Sad truth. Fight fire with fire; Be the bigger dog.
Who wouldn’t do that of course.
Awesome job on a "chill" day. Those stores really need to re-work their inventory because I imagine they're losing a ton of profit by losing games. Thanks for sharing Caleb!
For me, the photographing, listing, and shipping is the actual work. Buying stuff to resell is the easy/fun part.
Of course its easy people shop and buy stuff everyday that isnt work
@@VeeVoy I was just thinking about how the video only shows the easy/fun part of flipping. It doesn't show the real work part of his "make $400/Day."
@@undamned yeah I'm always confused when people say it's easy money with all the effort you put in you could just get a different job
@@VeeVoy agree :) a lot of effort goes into it and at the end the profit does not come in one poece like a sallary.. I always feel like I am spending before I make a profit
@@undamned yeah and also he doesnt show what actually did sell, and what is taking dust
I’ve heard from an inside source that game x change has a policy that if they suspect a customer to be a flipper they will purposely pretend to not find the game… then put the game back out at a higher price
Good
Why does it matter?
@@ncman071 to make more $ I assume
That would make sense
@@PhoenixResale do you ever have those moments where you find a game to resell but its a game you are extremely interested in...then have a hard tine bringing yourself to list it instead of keeping it?
Definitely need more regular stores like those that aren’t Game Stop owned that sell retro games. Hated when game stop took over so many game retail stores. Then to find out out that game stop, to zero out their growing inventory, was razor blading most of the disc games people traded in to them. Certain games that people didn’t like, could’ve been loved by others. So many very good games that you can’t find ANYWHERE anymore bcuz game stop destroyed them. So to find stores like you do that have some hard to find gems is a Godsend.
That’s frustrating.
Reselling games and it's his full time job... okay, now i'm listening 🤔
same got my seller account and working on my dream job of becoming a social worker, i wouldnt mind quitting my labor intense job, be my own boss
Expect months where you make nothing....I've been doing this full time for 2 months now 6 all together and I haven't made a sale in a week
I like the classic youtube vlog style of recording and editing.
Doesn't feel over worked and flows great!
It’s hilarious that Street Fighter Cross Tekken is appreciating in price b/c that game was maligned during its entire lifespan. You may remember this was one of the first “DLC on disk” controversies from that era.
He’s in a good place probably no competition. Try this in California where everyone trades games
This kind of education is gold. So much value packed into this video.
Bro all your vids are so entertaining to watch and I’m not a game collector myself but I just enjoy watching others hunt for the gems ♥️ keep it up 👍
Thanks!
I’ve been doing this for years and got about 3000+ games for my collection for free I sell trade then profit then buy for the collection then repeat and always get my money back in the end to go on bills totally worth it but takes hours of dedication patience and hard work.
What app do you use to know how.much fees you'll pay?
Also how do you know the games will basically sell?
I've just only recently discovered your channel, but much rather enjoy the content you provide because it helps satisfy my collector side and my soon to be reselling side. I'd really love if you could give any advice starting off with reselling video games.
Wet is a decent third-person action game with a grind house art style & the main character is voiced by Eliza Dushku of Buffy/Angel/Dollhouse fame.
It was fun. I thought only i remembered that game
If you do this for a full time job, do you report any of this for when you file your taxes?
IRS has entered the chat
Uncle ain't getting none of this bread
Amazon/eBay/PayPal notify the IRS, but you can have many write offs.
@@davidneff5055 Hmmm okay. I was wondering for when resellers go to apply for Social Security and retirement. There might be a point where these people can't work anymore and won't have income. So planning for the future is important.
I don’t know much about reselling games, but the fact you skimmed past FF9 is one I’ll call out, lol! Looking to learn more, stay blessed.
Did you know you can still buy sealed copies of FF9 on Square Enix's website store for $19.99? Also Chrono Cross. They made so many copies of the Greatest Hits version that didn't sell, they still are liquidating stock to this day.
8:45 “wet hehe” I started dying laughing 🤣
Step 1: have rich parents
Step 2: exploit youtube bots for ad revenue
Step 3: ???
Step 4: Profit!
So this is what contributes to games going up in price. Damn, sucks for those of us who actually enjoy the hobby. 😒
At least piracy and emulation will always be here for us
It’s true
Yeah i kinda hate people like this guy
@@bowser8817 You "hate" a guy for making a living. Lol, you've got issues mate.
The pandemic, a digital future, and endless new gen patches make prices go up. You're an idiot.
So basically his job title would be something like…”more respectable scalper”..? Lol
Definitely a scalper
I sell toys and collectibles, but I'm slowly learning about video game resell. Glad, I watched that FlippingAccountant video
how do you scan the products to check the prices?
Amazon seller app
@@TheColeFix thank you!
You are the true definition of boss moves 💪 on a side note, I won the 2k sub giveaway with Cheap Finds Gold Mines! Appreciate that recommendation months ago. They are both awesome and I learn a lot. I’m a nurse and flip games on the side along with the stock market. Sending love from TN🤜🤛
Eyy congrats!
@@PhoenixResale how long does it take to sell these
9:49 wii play motion and house of the dead 2 and 3 return
10:11 mortal kombat spectral forces ps1
10:20 ultimate spiderman ps2
If I saw someone scanning every item in my store, I would kick them out and never allow them back in.
such a chill vid nice pickups :)
I will catch you guys...
Boing
Clash
Woosh
Bang
Knock
... on the flip.
LOL
I guess if someone wants the game bad enough they'll pay those prices online but I personally wouldn't. I would just hunt them down at local stores. Best of luck in your dealings.
How does the store feel about you scanning through everything
Nothing. Businesses and buildings have no emotions.
The store clerks might.
I LOVE how this is so universally excepted with people, yet those same people are out for blood when it's done with a PS5 or XSX. 🤦🏽♂️
Where is the outcry here?? Double standards! (Note: I personally don't care at all and am all for it. I just can't stand the people that I have mentioned above.
That’s a valid point. I think the reason why is because the majority of this stuff is for a small group a buyers and the price on these consoles are less but I get what you mean. Same premise.
Because ps5 and xbox series x are new systems that not everyone has the money to cough up $1000+ each, this is coming from a guy who got both for retail on launch day, but I completely understand the frustration
@@VeeVoy Who is still selling consoles for $1000+? If people are trying to sell them at that price, nobody is buying them at those prices anymore. That window was only open in the first 2 months. People are lucky to make $50-$75 on an XSX sale at this point in time. I guess people have finally reached the point where they figure, "Well, I've already waited this long so I'll wait longer."
My point is that people complain about the, "scalpers" with consoles, with graphics cards, with shoes and cards yet this is overlooked and gets a pass. This guy even brags about it! Lol
If someone made a video that was titled, "I make $1000 a day selling consoles," that person would probably have to worry about being attacked.
@@alexsmith6914 I mean I personally think it's shitty, but at the same time I think it's the big difference between new product and old retired product this guy seems to focus on old retired product
@@VeeVoy I don't get the stupid Amazon prices either... They can go anywhere from $20 to something outrageous over what the Ebay trends are showing. Sometimes even Ebay sellers try going way over trending price. (No idea how they plan on selling at crazy prices)
A few months back, I was looking for PS3 Folklore and PS2 Soul Reaver 2. Folklore was moving at around $80 and Soul Reaver 2 at around $15, yet Amazon listings were showing $150 and $60. Now, they're listed at $155 and $70! PriceCharting as of now shows $70 for Folklore and $23 for Soul Reaver 2.
This guy is buying irrelevant games like Toy Story 3 just to beat people's heads in when some not too well off mom or dad could have picked that up because their little kid saw it and was interested. Ugh!
Anyway... How are you liking your PS5 and XSX? I was fortunate to get both when they came out too!
PSA: We are closing the PS3 store. If there is ANYTHING you want, make sure to buy fast.
Later: We changed our mind but thank you for your purchases. As a favor to you, and definitely not a secret marketing ploy, we will keep the store up.
in the UK we buy with CeX who sell at ebay prices so flipping is well hard
U found a solid way to do it yet mate because I've still found no way
Erm tax evasion
I've been in the Game X Change and the Half Price Books near the mall at least once or twice a month and have luckily only come across one or two instances where they couldn't find the disc.
That PSP all-stars wrestling is probably real expensive
The new way you filmed the video is cool
love how people over buy games at a cheap price then price hike everyone to follow.. Digital Gaming all the way
Sleeping dogs is just amazing I’m sad that they closed the studio 6:23
How often do the used games you buy turnout to nor work? What do you do when that happens?
@9:45 The amazing spiderman 2 for the wii u goes for decent price charts📈
Yoooooo! So cool that you're from Lex! Salute from Paintsville!
Bro you're reaching. 400 a day? Bullsh!t. 🙄
Are you gated from selling any brand of video games on amazon at this point? Or are you fully ungated on most?
He made a vid on that :)
“How to ruin your local reputation in just a few days”
Am I the only one that can't stop hearing the wet smacking from him talking in the voice overs?
Oof sorry about that, I hate that noise
What are final value fees for Amazon and eBay? I don't have a store on either. Would just be couple games here and there...
What i found was Amazon was like 15% + $1.80 fee. I couldn't really find the eBay fees for video game category... Not sure if it's 12.2% or 14.55% or even maybe 9.35%(might just be if you have store🤷♂️)????
Amazon is definitely higher. eBay is like 13%
8:43
"Wet. Heh heh"
This is gross. The guys at my local spot kick you people out. Looking up prices in the middle of the isle. SOO gross.
Deadpool at 03:12, good pick up 🤞
I have a question. He seems to determine market price by looking at a game price on amazon but a game with a price tag of 39$ on amazon doesn't mean it will actually be sold for that price. That's just the price the seller want.
Am I missing something? I probably do.
What do you do to hedge against the market and prices dropping? Just like any market, I have to believe it'll recorrect eventually
If they do it should be gradual, and I’ll adjust my purchasing accordingly as it does. Most of my inventory sells within a couple months so I rarely see drastic changes in that time. I do always try to keep my eye on prices for stuff I buy consistently though.
Awesome vid Caleb 🔥💪
Ive been to lexingtons location a bunch of times and never spent more than $20 at a time and got a red wii in perfect condition for $50. crazy deal glad you made this vid!
That red Wii was a great find!
Check the price on Deadpool for PS4. May be a missed opportunity there.
Heck yeah! Like a 40 dollars game, was happy to find it at a pawn shop
Sucks. We used to have emotions a local Movie Exchange that also sold video games. But after Covid, they closed down. It sucks cause where I live, retro video game stores are few and far between. There's some that this lady told me at the auto parts store that I still need to check out but I tend to frequent Half Price Books which often times it's hard to get flips with them becuase they sell they're games at market value if not slightly higher then market value.
Scalping 101!
This video showed up while I was scrolling through RUclips around 15 mins ago. Sat and watch the whole thing. Got my sub button. Love the content going to watch some more of yours now. Love from Chesapeake Virginia!!
Thanks, glad you enjoyed!
@@PhoenixResale and you respond to comments!!!!
Dude I don't collect video games, but your content is AWESOME!
Glad you’ve been enjoying!
Why doesn't Amazon let you use real pictures to use for their sales?
You can, it’s just a pain
A lot of the Transformers/Super Robot Wars games always go for a lot, very collectable.
Hey bro I don’t remember which video was but I wanted to give you a heads up in case you didn’t know. I don’t remember which pawn store you were in but you pass by the game “time splitters 2” on GameCube. Right now on Amazon it’s going for $89. I know it’s a pretty sought after game because it’s the team that worked on goldeneye! Just thought I’d throw it out there. Keep up the good videos!
I wish actual video game collectors were getting there hands on these deals instead of a for profit reseller.
Exactly he's just like a scalper scalping pokemon cards
Hello, thank you for your amazing content, just wanted to check, what was the app you use used on your mobile to find prices? Thanks!
Do you feel you make more on sales from eBay or Amazon after fees?
About 6x more on Amazon
@@PhoenixResale haha that’s what I thought thanks for the reply
Besides ebay what other sites or forums you sell at?
What's the app you use to scan the barcodes?
Crazy that Skylanders Trap Team is worth money now. Does Amazon still charge around 30% in fees? I don’t think they let just anyone sell anymore.
All depends on the game. And yes you have to get ungated
The store is FILLED with games, guy says decent amount
I’d love this job. Got some gems from my collection. Just not a good business man.
I got a question for you I have a bunch of vintage games like from PlayStation one and PlayStation 2 I got something from GameCube like Mario Sunshine twisted metal and all those other games I want to know how I can get money for them by selling them how would I go about doing that
So do you basically put half the profits back into the business and then half for yourself personally?
At 10:16 don’t know how much the “Scarface the world is yours” for ps2 was going for but that a GREAT one to look out for!!!!!!
My brother is playing that right now.
Get a real job guy
Did you know if everyone did this you wouldn't make 400 a day anymore.
Same with every job in the world my guy
I thought they announced they are keeping the store open for PS3 and vita back in April. Are they still closing it?
They did. He’s probably got a long backlog of videos or he has to reupload
@@rogregg29445 got ya
and then there my place. No game shops except gamestop that sell used switch games for 60$
How do you scan the products? What do you use to scan them?
Im curious which app do you use to scan the barcode or look them up in
Amazon seller app
All you need is a amazon seller account to use it
I this exact thing but with comics at my LCS. I understand there are opportunities to make money reselling games. However, when looking up the games you are purchasing to resell it seems you are actually paying more than the sold listings on Ebay. Is there really that much difference between Ebay and Amazon? If that is the case then why would anyone purchase these items from Amazon lol?
People will pay more for Amazon due to faster shipping, and most people trust Amazon more than Ebay.
Is it worth selling games on the marketplace because I would never really have the time to post games
I got a copy of Persona 3 (PS2) at a half price books once.
Hey I’m also in KY! Also what app are you using to get listing prices for items ?
Great content man, thanks a lot.
Would you mind making a video on your shipping process?
whats the app on your phone to check prices called?
bro you are not making 400 a day doing this lmao
how do you know if the games/consoles sell?
This is the guy who you should hate if you like playing old games. Guys like this are the reason prices keep going up
Thanks. Pretty good flip tips. It’s awesome that you’re able to make a living doing something that you enjoy.
If you use Amazon and Pricecharting as your go to then you cant be taken seriously
I didn't expect you to be going to used game stores. Don't these chain stores have the same prices for a game nationwide? Don't they have websites where people can see the prices, and buy them? If this shop sells a game for $20 then everyone can buy it for $20? Sorry for the nieve questions but I live in UK and looking into this as a side hustle but this technique wouldn't work for me
I haven't been watching you for that long but it is pretty cool since I live in Brea that's only two towns away from Lexington
What is the name of this store?
bought & sold LOTS of ps3 games in the last 2 weeks. 🔥🔥
this chilll video got me chillin’ lol. Sorry late to the chat, Get $$!
Just found your channel the other day, curious if you ever game hunt in southern Indiana?
Is that 400 gross or profit? Makes a big difference. I know you pay up for some of your games.
Final fantasy IX different cover. probably more worth? Here in eurrope they go for 40-50 euro or 60-65 dollar
Is this still a good gig?
Hey Phoenix great video man! Got a hot lead that you might be interested in I just went to a couple local targets near me and they were liquidating a lot of new games on super duper clearances so might be worth a stop!
Thanks!