What is Retail Arbitrage?

Retail Arbitrage is the process of purchasing a product for a lower, or slightly discounted, price and then trying to sell the same product at a higher price for a profit. The most reliable source of products is generally the clearance racks of stores like Target, Sears, and Walmart.

Does Retail Arbitrage Really Work?

Yes! There are many Amazon sellers that have become successful due to retail arbitrage. You may have products on discount in your local retail stores that aren’t available elsewhere, so other people are willing to spend that extra money to get them!

How Much Can You Make With Retail Arbitrage?

This can really vary for each seller. It really depends on what types of products you are able to get from retail stores, and for what price you buy the products at. The amount of capital you are willing to put into your retail arbitrage business also is a factor. If you are able to spend more money as an initial investment, your profits will likely be larger which allows you to scale your business quicker.

Is Retail Arbitrage on Amazon Profitable?

Yes, it definitely can be. In simple terms, you just need to find products in retail stores that are cheaper than what they are selling for on Amazon. Keep in mind that you will be spending time and effort to go around to all these different stores. More importantly you will likely also be spending money on gas to drive around so be sure to factor that into your profit margins.

Does Amazon Allow Retail Arbitrage?

Yes, Amazon does allow retail arbitrage. Just be sure to double check before buying certain products as Amazon Brand Protection restricts sellers from selling certain brands to ensure fraudulent products aren’t sold on Amazon.

How Do You Find Retail Arbitrage Products?

Some great stores to find discount products are Walmart, Target, Hobby Lobby, Dollar Store, and TJ Maxx to name a few. You can also find other product opportunities at thrift stores, or smaller retail stores. If you use the Amazon Seller App, you can scan products in store to see how much they are selling for on Amazon!

What Are the Best Products for Retail Arbitrage?

Some good product categories for retail arbitrage are clothing, sporting goods, pet supplies, home and kitchen products, office supplies, and books.

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