Thinking of Opening an Antique Booth

Thinking of Opening an Antique Booth - Start Here

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4 жыл бұрын

If you are considering opening an antique or flea market booth? Start here as I give several hints and insights into the world of operating one. Whether you are at an antique mall or flea market as they are called in some areas, it's important to know what to expect and the ins and outs from a long-time successful seller.
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@b-man1232 4 жыл бұрын

10:39....you're 100% correct on people "trashing" your booth at times!! I'm blown-away at how disrespectful some people are....they just DON'T care!!! I was just at my booth this past weekend. Someone took a sizeable Fisher Price vintage jeep and pretty much destroyed it. I have to put my booth "back together" a lot....welcome to retail!!😠

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

It is pretty amazing and sad sometimes.

@b-man1232 4 жыл бұрын

Man, great info!!! It's so nice to hear someone else talk about having a booth - the pros and cons. Would love to see more vids like this in the future!!

@b-man1232 4 жыл бұрын

I've had a sizeable booth since 2016. I LOVE IT!!! I Gross around $800-$1,100 per month. I LOVE EBay, but the booth is "drop it off and forget it." EASY, EASY money🤑!!!

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Agree with you 100%. I might spend 5 hours a month on my booth and hit that 1K-ish gross every month.

@grandpaberniesbasement8186 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike! This is what I was asking for and you definitely delivered! Excellent source of information!

@ThatResellerGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@countrysister700 2 жыл бұрын

This is the most detailed, concise how to video on booth startup I've seen. Super!

@ThatResellerGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@staceydaywalt8041 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great info! It's a thought in the back of my mind, but I'm not ready yet, I don't think. Your info helps a lot. Appreciate your channel.

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I did a lot of research and walked around several stores before I took the leap. Thanks for the compliment.

@sirkoux8330 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother. U have done an incredible job at covering questions that I needed to be answers. Liked and subbed.

@ThatResellerGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! Glad it helped !

@Dmannic9 4 жыл бұрын

Very useful video! We have the same sort of thing here in the UK and the fees etc are broadly the same. It's useful to hear about something other than just the black/white figures, such as theft, relocation of items (I didn't think of that one) etc. I can see your channel steadily rising to nice heights, keep it up!

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks.... glad you liked it.

@fisherclancreations2847 4 жыл бұрын

Well you've talked me out of having my own booth but you've talked me into buying more from booths at my local antique mall. It's not a bad thing... I'm just not ready for that sort of commitment. Thanks for the video. Liked and Subscribed!

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub.

@grandpaberniesbasement8186 3 жыл бұрын

New subscriber here. Found you on the Craigslist Hunter’s channel. Like your channel! Thanks for the antique mall info!

@ThatResellerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub and checking out the channel.

@donbargainhunter7472 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing 👍❤️

@velmamendoza1120 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips.

@ThatResellerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@PPruittToo 3 жыл бұрын

Brass Armadillo in Missouri too!

@ThatResellerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. Knew they were in other states too!

@kyleprince4535 4 жыл бұрын

Great video very informative

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it

@laurie4275 2 жыл бұрын

It tends to be a Co-op that requires you to put your own time into working up front.

@PickerJimS 6 ай бұрын

Cool video, I enjoyed hearing your thoughts. I’m thinking about renting a showcase at a local antique mall. I sell vintage sports cards and memorabilia so I would want a locked showcase. It would be my first experience selling this way so not sure how it’s going to work out but I’m going to give it a 3 month trial.

@ThatResellerGuy 6 ай бұрын

All the best with your sales. My best advice is to price items to sell.... you're not opening a museum. List a bit below eBay and other comps.

@thenostalgiapicker 4 жыл бұрын

Hey! I just launched my eBay store 2 weeks ago... I am realizing I have so many heavy antiques I do not want to list so I’ve been calling around looking for booth rentals. Most places around me are full.. and I found one for $275/mo plus 10% commission in a popular shopping town... is that outrageous? I am from California and know many people pay less. The booth size is 10x10... I’m nervous we will spend more on rent than we make. But we have enough items to keep a booth stocked for a few months I believe... thanks for these tips!

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I pay about $220 for an 8x10, plus 10%, so $275 doesn't sound crazy for CA. There is always a chance you won't make rent, but if you price things right and have interesting inventory, it shouldn't be an issue. You'll learn as the months go by what is and isn't selling for you and restock what does sell and remove stale inventory. Good luck! Let me know how it goes.

@DaniMaeAdventures 4 жыл бұрын

I like this. And it’s nice that you don’t have to be there the whole time. It would be hard for me not to micromanage my space at all times. Lol. That’s just me💕

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Not being there is the best part. I spend maybe 4-5 hours per month on my booth and it's making good money.

@semperfi-1918 11 ай бұрын

Well im looking into doing a booth and they need a new record guy so im thinking of checking it out. I have alot already to put into the booth. But will see what happens.

@ThatResellerGuy 11 ай бұрын

Great!!! The record/music booths I see around here are doing very well.

@cherylchastain1962 4 жыл бұрын

Just happened on this video and glad I did. I have been in a mall for almost three years. Started with a curio cabinet, then a small booth, and now I have two booths (8x6) and two shelves in a locked cabinet for jewelry. My only complaint is that our store has limited hours. I am happy to be in a store that is very friendly and the vendors are willing to help each other. The owners are on site and also helpful to new vendors. I just started EBay a year ago and enjoy doing both for extra income during my retirement. QUESTION: How long do you leave items in your booth before moving them out to donate?

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Great question. Sometimes it just depends on how full of inventory my booth is. I like the 6 month mark as long as I'm not short on space. If I think they are good items, I'll just rotate them back in after a few months. I try to keep inventory as fresh as possible, even if it's just moving old inventory around to look different.

@msginaahh 3 жыл бұрын

I'm annoyed because I was at the Armadillo the other day and the volunteer/employee who said she had a booth there told me no license required. Do you happen to know which location is busier-Goodyear or Phoenix?

@ThatResellerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I'm at the one in Goodyear. It is bigger, cleaner and I believe busier. Do they have any booths/cases available now? If not, usually after the holidays some open up. Talk to the manager about it, he'll have the full details.

@sporton1977 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike! Great info! My wife and I are going in on a 6x6 booth sometime this spring...we are on a waiting list for a booth. I have one question, how do you price your sports cards? I have a bunch of cheaper sports cards that I would like to sell but don’t know how to price them...do you put a sticker on every top loader? Any info would be great! Thanks! God Bless!

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I do have them all in individual top loaders and put a sticker on each one. I have $-1-$5 cards. I see some booths with cards in penny sleeves with sticker at like $0.50 ea. Good luck !

@makingitmatters9587 4 жыл бұрын

Very good info!

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad you like it.

@beastshawnee 2 жыл бұрын

The booth I had at a really nice place the nicest one in our town still had so much shoplifting that I felt like I was giving away all the stuff. It took me so long to get all that and then it would just walk right out the door. It made me very angry as the booth wasn’t cheap either I was splitting it with a friend for us to even be able to afford it. It really was not worth it I’d never do it again.

@ThatResellerGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that.... unfortunately, shoplifting happens at ALL retail outlets, just some more than others. I have had to change the way I sell items in my booth. No more single Pokemon cards, only bulk lots in boxes. Shrink wrap just about everything possible and more. With malls of this size, no way the employees or cameras can pick up everything going on.

@Jupefires 2 ай бұрын

How do I incorporate the expense of my booth space (shelving only) into my pricing of items?

@ThatResellerGuy 2 ай бұрын

Have to price where the customer wants to buy it now from you, versus getting on eBay or Amazon. Your costs/expenses mean nothing to the buyer.

@gracec6485 2 жыл бұрын

I also live near the Brass Armadillo in Phoenix. I’m undecided whether to do it there or the one in Goodyear. I liked the one in Goodyear but I’m not sure if they get enough shoppers. I’m thinking perhaps start out at a open cabinets. Do you know if I’m able to sell vintage kitchen items and vintage home decor stuff in those are those better selling inside the booths?

@ThatResellerGuy 2 жыл бұрын

The Goodyear store is much bigger, nicer and cleaner. Love the staff there and is a very busy store. The open cabinets is a great place to start. You can sell just about anything in the spaces. They have a list of unacceptable items. Talk to the staff for more in-depth questions.

@gracec6485 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThatResellerGuy I’m going to go with my first choice which is the Goodyear location. Good to know they are busy I wasn’t really sure since I went on a weekday for the first time. I’ll be stopping by tomorrow and taking the plunge to rent a cabinet and see how it does. Thank you for responding and for your input.

@ThatResellerGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Great! Best of luck!

@TheTurtleRage 2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t even think about liability insurance, and the store owner never mentioned it either. So if someone in my booth gets injured, I’m responsible?

@ThatResellerGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Talk to the manager/owner. I'm sure it's different for each Antique Mall. In 5+ years I've never had an incident, but it could happen.

@Annalorraine67 3 жыл бұрын

What size is your booth and how do you tag your item? Thanks

@ThatResellerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Booth is 8' x 10'... I think. They supply tags to use, but I print labels and tape to their tags. Makes it much easier for them to read at checkout.

@hogsfan4life323 3 жыл бұрын

what are best selling items for a flemarket booth?

@ThatResellerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Big difference between an antique mall and a flea market. At Antique malls, most buyers are looking for collectibles or home decor items. I think flea markets can be for just about anything.

@chocolatechunkycookies 9 ай бұрын

Hi, what are the dimensions of the locked case?

@ThatResellerGuy 9 ай бұрын

I don't have their exact dimensions written down.... about 2.5' wide x 8' tall. Will measure and re-post when I go out there next time.

@professormr.doctor5442 5 ай бұрын

Good content just next time not when you’re driving with a bunch of noise in the background. Thanks and God Bless

@ThatResellerGuy 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@richardbarrow7498 Жыл бұрын

So how do I keep people from stealing like action figure

@ThatResellerGuy Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, theft is a part of retail businesses. It doesn't happen too often, but no way to stop it completely.

@liamyork4577 4 жыл бұрын

What kind of business license do you have?

@ThatResellerGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I have both a city and state sales license. It's been a while, but at my antique booth, I believe they require you to have a resale license.

@timk1480 3 жыл бұрын

I just received information on booths at the brass armadillo in Phoenix. lol. What licenses are required?

@ThatResellerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I believe they only require a State business license.

@NewLollyVideos 2 жыл бұрын

Subscribed today! Do you have an insta? We just started our antique shelf about a few months ago. We got on a waiting list for a booth and START next month! This was so informative thank you so much!

@ThatResellerGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, same name as channel. ThatResellerGuy Thanks for watching. Glad it was helpful.

@tranquility2348 3 жыл бұрын

Your whats wrong with Ebay..Everyone selling cheaper and cheaper...Ebay its the race to 0....

@ThatResellerGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Sadly it happens way too much. I research every item to find the right selling price and it is rarely at the cheapest. Scarcity, sell through rate and more go into what something is worth.