Hey everyone,
I read a post earlier that inspired me:
https://www.thefastlaneforum.com/community/threads/how-to-bootstrap-2k-dollars-in-a-month-with-craigslist.49605/page-1
So I just went on craigslist and found a post from about two hours ago for a 1 TB Western Digital hard drive. The seller said he would include a second 2 TB hard drive at a discount if I bought them both at the same time.
I just messaged him and asked him if I can pick them up, and as of now I will be driving over there tomorrow morning.
The total cost for both of these hard drives is $40 + time, gas, & shipping expenditures. About $50 + 2 hours
I am assuming shipping should be pretty cheap on these, maybe $5 per.
Checking out amazon postings for the model number, the 1TB HDD goes for around $90 on average and the 2TB around $120.
So, if I'm doing my math correctly:
1 TB HDD: ~65 net profit
2 TB HDD: ~95 net profit
Total: $160 net profit roughly equaling $80/hour
Not a bad haul. I'll keep everyone updated on my future pursuits.
Also, it will take me about a month to see a return on these products and it may be risky because I don't know if these are in good demand.
Amazon also has a 3-week hold for any first-time sellers.
Until next time, wish me luck!
I read a post earlier that inspired me:
https://www.thefastlaneforum.com/community/threads/how-to-bootstrap-2k-dollars-in-a-month-with-craigslist.49605/page-1
So I just went on craigslist and found a post from about two hours ago for a 1 TB Western Digital hard drive. The seller said he would include a second 2 TB hard drive at a discount if I bought them both at the same time.
I just messaged him and asked him if I can pick them up, and as of now I will be driving over there tomorrow morning.
The total cost for both of these hard drives is $40 + time, gas, & shipping expenditures. About $50 + 2 hours
I am assuming shipping should be pretty cheap on these, maybe $5 per.
Checking out amazon postings for the model number, the 1TB HDD goes for around $90 on average and the 2TB around $120.
So, if I'm doing my math correctly:
1 TB HDD: ~65 net profit
2 TB HDD: ~95 net profit
Total: $160 net profit roughly equaling $80/hour
Not a bad haul. I'll keep everyone updated on my future pursuits.
Also, it will take me about a month to see a return on these products and it may be risky because I don't know if these are in good demand.
Amazon also has a 3-week hold for any first-time sellers.
Until next time, wish me luck!
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