In this episode of 'What Sold Podcast,' Brandon and Matt introduce a special guest, Rick, Brandon's older brother, who shares his journey into ecommerce and golf resale. Rick dives into his retirement transition, turning his passion for golf into an eBay business focused on used golf equipment and apparel. He discusses his buying strategies, the learning curve in understanding the resale market, and the importance of conducting thorough research. The conversation highlights practical tips for maximizing sales, optimizing eBay listings, and the value of building relationships in the reseller community. Rick also shares personal anecdotes, including a humorous story about finding unexpected treasures in golf bags and his approach to customer service. The trio wraps up by encouraging aspiring resellers with valuable advice on managing inventory, understanding market dynamics, and leveraging niche interests to drive business success. 00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement   01:54 Rick's Journey into Golf and Reselling   04:43 Starting an eBay Store   09:02 Building Relationships and Sourcing Strategies   16:34 Packaging and Shipping Tips   19:08 Finding New Old Stock (NOS) Products   19:48 Challenges and Benefits of Thrift Shopping   20:41 Goodwill Controversy and Personal Experiences   23:32 Heartwarming Stories and Learning Curves   24:52 Golf Equipment Buying Tips   26:35 Personal Golf Stories and Family Connections   27:41 Starting a Resale Business: Tips and Challenges   31:06 Supporting Junior Golfers and Marketing Strategies   33:01 Final Thoughts and Farewell   [email protected] The What Sold Podcast Subreddit   Sweet Swing Golf eBay Store   #whatsoldpodcast #rustythereseller #whatsold #reselling #ebaystore #sellingonebay #golf #golfreselling #secondhandgold #sweetswinggolf #preparinganebaybusiness #golfapparel    Rusty the reseller: https://www.youtube.com/@RustyTheReseller   What Sold: https://www.youtube.com/@whatsold   Postcard Planet: https://www.youtube.com/@postcardplanet   What Sold Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc513e2aPbloS20mTwuv8bA