New Guy in Pittsburgh

Hello all,

Long time lurker, first time poster.

Little background, Im in college and have always gone to flea markets, estate sales, garage sales etc. Making a decent profit re-selling on ebay. Decided that I wanted to try something a little different, so I started going to storage auctions, getting a feel for what its like. I liked it and saw the potential for some profit to be made, that is, as long as the price doesnt go to high.

Everyone has been really nice at the auctions, answering my questions, telling me about the business etc. And this forum seems like a great place to get answers for a lot of questions as well!

I look forward to talking and discussing the storage auction business with you all!

Adam, welcome to the forum. A college guy huh? Get a good education so you don't have to buy storage units for a living.    Just kidding, there are several guys here on the forum that have degrees but have chosen this as a profession or part time income.  We're looking forward to hearing more from you.

What are you studying by the way?

Have you bought you're first unit yet?

Hi Travis,

I am currently studying business. Probably going to major in Marketing. I hope to own my own business one day, but not really sure what kind of business.

I have bought 5 units so far, all making a decent profit on. Trying to turn the stuff fast to keep room. Mostly on craigslist and the flea market. Some on ebay.

My last one I did really well on, I posted it over in the Treasure section, fells really good to score a good unit!

I really look forward to learning from you all!

Well, we're glad you're here. It sounds like you've got a good head on your shoulders. 

What are you studying by the way?

Probably Online Storage Auctions 101!

Probably Online Storage Auctions 101!

That's a great a major. Kind of like nanotechnology, it's in it's infancy but we all know it's coming.