Thrift Profit Cheat Sheet

Quick reference for in-store decisions — illustrative tips, not a profit guarantee or financial advice.

Before you buy

Snap the item and note the rack price immediately.
Compare to a conservative resale range — not the best-case comp.
Subtract marketplace fees, shipping, and supplies from projected net.
Skip when margin is thin or authenticity risk is high.

After you buy

Log store cost and condition notes the same day.
Photograph tags, flaws, and completeness before listing prep.
Set a target list price range — revise after sold comps research.

Honest limits

This cheat sheet is educational content. ThriftLens AI estimates are guides, not guarantees. Verify high-value and authenticity-sensitive items before buying.

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