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Business :: Ideas :: FlipStack :: Playbook

Business :: Ideas :: FlipStack :: Playbook

⪼ Made with 💜 by Polyglot.

Playbook

1. Hauling 101: Sedans, Straps & Safety

  • Best sedan setups: seats down, trunk partially open if needed
  • Haul 1–2 mattresses on top using ratchet straps
  • Do not use the highway – stick to local roads
  • Recommended max speed: 35–45 MPH
  • Use anchor points: door frames, roof rails, or tie through windows (carefully)
  • Add carpet grip mats or yoga mats under the mattress to reduce sliding
  • Optional: plastic wrap or mattress protectors for presentation

2. Flip-Worthy Inventory Guide

Items to prioritize based on demand and resale potential:

  • Mattresses (King/Queen, clean, flippable, name-brand)
  • Glass coffee tables (modern design, clean lines, no chips)
  • Marble-top end tables (stylish, small-footprint, easy to stage)
  • Metal bed frames (platform-style, easily disassembled/moved)

Items to avoid:

  • ❌ Oversized sectionals
  • ❌ Damaged or stained upholstery
  • ❌ Extremely heavy dressers with no resale value

3. Listing That Sells

  • Use urgency: “Must-go today” or “Available for quick pickup”
  • Stage with natural lighting and clean, clear backgrounds
  • Use phrases like:
    • “Clean,”
    • “Smoke-free home,”
    • “Protective cover used,”
    • “Flippable”
  • Price Ladder:
    • $125 → premium feel + urgency
    • $100 → fast mover, clean condition
    • $75 → value option or bundle discount

4. Messaging & Negotiation

  • Pre-screening script examples:
    • “Still available – when can you pick up today?”
    • “Available now, first to pick up gets it.”
  • Set clear pickup windows to minimize no-shows
  • Do not hold unless you're being paid in advance

5. Revenue Sharing & Team Ops

  • Use 30% split for runners/helpers
  • Pay per haul (Venmo, CashApp, or weekly bulk payout)
  • Dispatch pickups via SMS, DM, or lightweight app
  • Train helpers on:
    • Pickup safety
    • What to accept/reject
    • Basic cleaning/staging if needed

6. Where to Source Inventory

  • Facebook Marketplace → Free & "curb alert" listings
  • Craigslist → Free section
  • Hotels / Motels doing room refreshes
  • Airbnb hosts replacing old furniture
  • Local colleges → move-out season is a goldmine

✅ Future Additions

  • Notion-based dashboard template
  • PDF version of this playbook
  • FlipStack licensee starter kit
  • App for item dispatch, logging, and earnings tracking
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