If you’re looking to turn clutter into cash or start a legit side hustle, reselling might be your golden ticket. Whether you flip fashion, electronics, home goods, or collectibles, one thing is key: inventory. But not just any inventory, you want quality items at the lowest possible cost to boost your profit margins.
Here are the best places to source inventory for your reselling side hustle including a few creative options you might not have tried yet.
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1. Liquidation Pallets
Buying liquidation pallets from big-name stores like Target and Amazon can be a reseller’s dream. These pallets often include customer returns, shelf pulls, or overstock items at a fraction of their retail price.
Learn how and where to buy Target liquidation pallets to get started.
2. Fashion Wholesale Websites
Want to resell trendy clothing or accessories? Fashion wholesale platforms allow you to buy boutique-style items in bulk at deep discounts.
Check out our guide on where to buy fashion wholesale online to find reputable sources.
3. Facebook Marketplace & Local Buy/Sell Groups
You’d be surprised how much free or cheap inventory you can find in your own neighborhood. Look for curb alerts, garage sale leftovers, and bulk listings on:
- Facebook Marketplace
- Craigslist
- Nextdoor
Then flip them online or at your local flea market.
4. Discount and Dollar Stores
Believe it or not, places like Dollar Tree, Five Below, and Big Lots are goldmines for retail arbitrage which is basically buying low to sell high. Seasonal items, party supplies, and niche household goods can perform well online.
Don’t miss these ways to save money at Dollar Tree while you source.
5. Thrift Stores and Estate Sales
Classic resellers know the thrill of the thrift! Focus on brand-name clothing, books, collectibles, and kitchenware. Look for local estate sales for higher-end goods at bargain prices.
Pro tip: Learn how to become a flea market flipper and sell these treasures locally.
6. PLR (Private Label Rights) Content
Yes, digital products count too! PLR articles, eBooks, and templates can be purchased cheaply and repackaged or sold under your own brand.
Here’s how to make money with PLR articles.
7. Jewelry and Gold
If you’ve got old or unwanted jewelry — or access to secondhand pieces — selling precious metals can be very profitable.
Learn how to make money selling old jewelry and where to sell it.
8. Flip App
The Flip app connects you with retailers looking to offload brand-new products, and you get paid to photograph and review them. Some items you can even keep or resell.
It’s a modern twist on sourcing!
9. Walmart Marketplace and Amazon FBA Alternatives
If you’re looking to go big, consider bulk-sourcing inventory to sell on Walmart Marketplace or other platforms. With Amazon FBA fees increasing, many sellers are turning to Walmart and Target Plus.
Here’s how to get approved and make money with Walmart Marketplace.
Final Thoughts
The key to success as a reseller isn’t just hustle, it’s smart sourcing. Try out a few of these inventory channels, track your profit margins, and reinvest wisely. And don’t forget, no matter where you get your inventory, always check the condition, seasonality, and resale demand before buying in bulk.
Ready to turn your side hustle into a steady income stream? Start sourcing smart and let the flips begin!
