To shop at any thrift store calls for patience. Sorting through the bins can be a lot of fun and worthwhile as you can find valuable treasures.
Some questions to answer are: What tactic can you use? Where do you find the treasures? How do you shop at the Goodwill outlet? Find out the answers below.
Overview of Goodwill outlets (the bins)
The Goodwill bins or outlet stores allows the products to be reused or repurchased before going for recycling. Resellers, thrifters, and other people shop from the bins because of the exciting discounts.
The bins contain all types of used belongings such as toys, housewares, electronics, clothing, and books. The items are affordable, and the prices are set according to the weight in pounds.
Resellers or thrifters buy the products at a lower price from the bins to resell them at higher prices. Before reselling, they would repair and clean the products. Reselling products from Goodwill outlets is an extra-income channel. If you are a fashion lover, love to fix clothing, would like an additional job, or just for fun, then reselling is for you.
HOW TO BECOME A PRO SHOPPER AT THE GOODWILL OUTLET (THE BINS)
- Use glovesÂ
When going to shop at the bins, bring a pair of gloves, preferably from latex. You have to sort through the bins of many products so you can have one glove on and use the other ungloved hand to feel the texture of the clothes.
- Know the pricing method
The pricing methods at the Goodwill outlets vary based on the pound weight. Inquire from the staff to know the price of each item in your cart.
- Leave time for shopping or speed thrift
There are two ways you can shop at the bins. You can clear out an afternoon or go for speed sorting. Bins are rolled out at different periods each day. Whichever way you choose to shop, visit the outlets frequently to find stuff from new bins.
- Check the itemsÂ
You might find items at the bins that are in good condition. However, you should thoroughly check the items for issues before checking out.
- Go early or later
Shop when you can beat the crowds. You might have to arrive early when the bins are rolled out. You can also go later when the numbers have reduced. The bins are refilled and rolled out at several periods in a day. Most Goodwill outlets will stipulate a time for sorting. Just stay informed about the time.
- Choose an expert shopper
Surprised? Yes, you can find someone who is a pro in digging at the bins to shop for you. In case you are busy or too tired to dig, the services of these people are relieving.
- State your preference beforehand
There are lots of stuff to sort through in the bins. Decide what you want before you go digging. It will help you to avoid selecting unwanted items from the bins.
