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I’m excited to share with you another great side hustle you can start today! Today we will be discussing how to start a successful dropshipping revival business

Before We Get Started Here’s Your News Recap:

Retail Sales Plunge 0.9% in May
U.S. retail sales fell a sharp 0.9% in May—the largest drop in four months—driven by a decline in auto purchases as consumers front-loaded before tariff hikes. Core retail sales, which exclude autos, gas, construction materials, and food services, rose 0.4%, suggesting mixed consumer strength and supporting the Fed’s decision to hold rates at 4.25–4.50%.

Manufacturing Output Stagnates
Factory production barely budged in May, posting a 0.1% increase (vs. April’s revised –0.5%). Despite a surge in vehicle and aircraft manufacturing, broader industrial activity remains fragile under the weight of tariffs.

U.S.–China Trade Deal Sidesteps Rare‑Earths Crisis
The recent trade truce postpones—but doesn’t solve—the rare-earth dependency issue; 85% of global refining remains concentrated in China. A 55% U.S. tariff remains in place, as both sides dodge deeper structural reform.

China Reopens Top U.S. Pork & Poultry Imports
China approved 106 U.S. meat plants—23 pork and 83 poultry—as of June 12, lifting embargoes on products worth $21 billion after earlier retaliatory tariffs.

Business Inventories Flat in April
U.S. business inventories were unchanged in April, following a 0.1% rise in March. With manufacturing output slow, stagnant inventory growth could drag on Q2 GDP.

Zero‑Tariff Push for Civil Aviation
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy urged a return to zero tariffs on civil aviation—reinstating a 1979-era framework—during the Paris Air Show, signaling a push for broader trade liberalization.

Foreign Central Banks Reduce U.S. Treasury Holdings
Foreign central banks cut their U.S. securities holdings to $2.88 trillion, the lowest since January, in a $17.1 billion weekly decline. This trend may pressure bond yields and dollar valuations.

Stablecoins Gain Momentum Amid Senate Talks
U.S. corporates are increasingly embracing stablecoins as the Senate advances the GENIUS cryptocurrency bill—signaling more institutional interest in digital money backed by legislation. 

Citi Sees Gold Falling Below $3,000
Citi projects gold prices could dip below $3,000/oz by late 2025, citing weak investor demand and improved growth expectations. Their targets are revised to $3,300 (short-term) and $2,800 (6–12 months)

Dropshipping is DEAD!

Profiting from Dropshipping's Graveyard

The internet is full of people who tried dropshipping… and failed. Their garages and storage units are overflowing with unsold phone cases, LED lights, beauty gadgets, and kitchen tools. That’s where you come in.

Welcome to the Failed Dropshipping Store Liquidator business — a low-risk, high-reward side hustle where you buy unwanted inventory dirt cheap and flip it for profit on platforms like eBay, WhatNot, Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, or even in-person events.

Think of it like digital dumpster diving, but instead of trash, you’re turning inventory failures into monthly cashflow — and it’s easier than you think.

Step-by-Step: How to Start Your Liquidation Side Hustle

Step 1: Find Your Inventory Goldmine

Your job is to find people or companies with failed Shopify or Amazon product stock they’re desperate to offload. These sellers want out — fast.

Where to look:

• Shopify seller Facebook groups

• Reddit (r/dropship, r/Flipping, r/EntrepreneurRideAlong)

• Facebook Marketplace (search: “bulk products” or “wholesale lot”)

• Craigslist

• Contact small local Shopify sellers directly

You’ll often find sellers willing to unload $2,000 worth of inventory for $200–$300, just to clear space.

Step 2: Choose a Resale Channel

You don’t need a Shopify store to sell this stuff again. You just need a place with ready-to-buy customers.

Best platforms:

• eBay – For general resale, especially brand-new items with barcodes

• WhatNot – For live auctions and niche products like collectibles, electronics, and apparel

• Facebook Marketplace & OfferUp – For local, no-shipping deals

• Poshmark or Mercari – For fashion and lifestyle items

• TikTok or Instagram Reels – Showcase products and link to checkout

Tip: Niche products do best when sold to specific audiences who understand the value.

Step 3: Clean, Bundle, or Repackage

Improve your margins with some simple value boosts:

• Bundle low-ticket items (ex: “Kitchen Gadget Set – 6 tools for $20”)

• Repackage or brand with cheap labels (use Canva + Avery labels)

• Offer local delivery or pickup to add urgency

• Highlight original value in your listings:
  “Originally $59.99 on Shopify – now $19.99!”

This makes buyers feel like they’re scoring a deal — which they are.

Step 4: Price Smart and List Fast

Be competitive, but don't undersell yourself. Most people who failed at dropshipping priced too high — you get to undercut and still profit.

Example:

• Buy 100 LED makeup mirrors for $1 each

• Sell them for $10 locally or $12.99 online

• 100 units = $1,000+ in revenue from a $100 spend

Tip: Use List Perfectly or Vendoo to cross-post inventory on multiple platforms at once.

Step 5: Scale It Like a Business

Once you get your first 2–3 bulk buys and see traction, start:

• Creating a small warehouse area in your garage or home

• Tracking sales and profits in a free tool like Airtable or Notion

• Partnering with struggling sellers regularly to buy out more failed stores

• Launching a TikTok account showing your flips, bundles, and product finds (which attracts more buyers!)

Eventually, you can even wholesale to flea markets, local shops, or event vendors.

Estimated Income Potential

💰 Estimated Monthly Profit: $3,000 – $7,000+
With just a few hours of sourcing and shipping per week.

Pros and Cons of Liquidating Failed Dropshipping Products

✅ Pros:

• Super low inventory cost (big margins)

• Unique niche with low competition

• Repeatable and scalable

• Doesn’t require branding or a website

• Helps failed store owners recoup losses

❌ Cons:

• Requires storage space

• Shipping and handling can be tedious

• Inventory may not always sell fast

• Quality control matters (avoid sketchy items)

Requirements to Get Started

• $200–$500 startup cash (for first inventory purchase)

• Storage space (garage, closet, or rented shelf space)

• Smartphone or camera for listings

• Shipping supplies (boxes, tape, labels)

• eBay, WhatNot, Facebook Marketplace accounts

• PayPal, Stripe, or Venmo for payments

Optional Tools & Software to Maximize Results

• Canva Pro – For packaging labels or bundle branding

• List Perfectly / Vendoo – Cross-platform listing

• WhatNot Seller Account – For livestream selling

• Airtable or Notion – For tracking inventory and profit

• Thermal printer – To speed up shipping labels (Rollo or DYMO)

Final Summary: Turn Other People’s Fails into Your Fortune

Let’s recap how to grow a failed dropshipping liquidation business:

1. Source cheap inventory from failed Shopify/Amazon sellers

2. Repackage or bundle for value

3. Sell through niche platforms and local apps

4. Automate listings and shipping

5. Scale up by flipping larger lots and building a small team

You’re not reinventing ecommerce—you’re reviving it, one forgotten product at a time. And with the right eye and hustle, you could be flipping flops into a solid $5K+/month income stream—without the headaches of running your own dropshipping store.

Start small. Flip fast. Scale smart. 💸📦🛍️

That’s A Wrap

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