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Pick for Profit

Pick for Profit

By: John Schindler
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 Nothing’s more addictive than treasure hunting for antiques and collectibles. But what if you could turn that passion for vintage into a side-hustle or even a full-time business? Join our experienced dealer as he shares insider tips and tricks from decades in the trade. Whether you’re the weekend flea market enthusiast or dreaming of opening up your very own shop, discover how to transform your love for the past into a fun and profitable future.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • Get on the Advertising Bandwagon! Why It Sells, Hot & Cold Collectible Categories, and a Final Twist

    Get on the Advertising Bandwagon! Why It Sells, Hot & Cold Collectible Categories, and a Final Twist
    Nov 17 2025

    Join us as we explore why advertising collectibles continue to sell, the strongest-performing vintage advertising categories, and the items that have cooled off for us as online sellers. We dig into buyer psychology and what makes certain advertising pieces more valuable than others. At the end, we reveal one surprising twist about why advertising memorabilia remains a top collectible category for dealers, thrifters, and vintage enthusiasts.
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    21 mins
  • The Holiday Hustle: Sourcing Seasonal Collectibles Ahead of Time

    The Holiday Hustle: Sourcing Seasonal Collectibles Ahead of Time
    Nov 10 2025

    Find out how to shop for holiday antiques and collectibles year-round! From Christmas décor to vintage treasures for Halloween, Valentine’s Day, and more, learn how to source, stock, and sell for every celebration so you’re ready when the season hits.
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    23 mins
  • Obsolete Objects, Timeless Value: Antiques That Still Sell

    Obsolete Objects, Timeless Value: Antiques That Still Sell
    Nov 3 2025

    From typewriters and rotary phones to milk bottles and butter churns, some antiques may have lost their original purpose but not their appeal. In this episode, we look at the bygone objects collectors still love, how they're used today, and why these obsolete pieces continue to sell in today’s antiques and collectibles market.
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    21 mins
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