Sourcing from Retail Stores
Clearance Sales: Look for deep discounts on items in clearance sections.
Retail Arbitrage: Buying items on sale or at a lower price from retail stores and reselling them at a higher price on eBay.
Seasonal Sales: Taking advantage of post-holiday or end-of-season sales.

Thrift Stores and Garage Sales
Thrift Stores: Hunting for valuable items in thrift stores.
Garage Sales: Finding hidden gems at local garage sales.
Estate Sales: Scoring high-quality items from estate sales.
Tips: Strategies for negotiating prices and identifying valuable items.

Online Marketplaces
Other eCommerce Sites: Purchasing from platforms like Amazon, Craigslist, and Facebook Marketplace.
Bulk Lots: Buying bulk lots of merchandise on platforms like Liquidation.com and B-Stock.
Local Pickup: Utilizing local online marketplaces for sourcing inventory.

Wholesale Suppliers
Wholesale Directories: Using directories like SaleHoo, Worldwide Brands, and Alibaba to find wholesalers.
Trade Shows: Attending trade shows to connect with suppliers and discover new products.
Dropshipping: Partnering with dropshipping suppliers to list items without holding inventory.

Auctions and Liquidations
Online Auctions: Participating in online auctions on eBay, GovDeals, and AuctionZip.
Liquidation Sales**: Buying liquidation pallets from companies like Liquidation.com, DirectLiquidation, and B-Stock.

Private Labeling
Creating Your Own Brand: Developing and selling your own branded products.
Finding Manufacturers: Using platforms like Alibaba to find manufacturers for private labeling.
Branding and Packaging: Tips for designing your brand and packaging to stand out.

Local and Community Sources
Networking: Leveraging your local network to find unique sourcing opportunities.
Community Events: Checking out local flea markets, swap meets, and community sales.
Facebook Groups: Joining local buy/sell/trade groups for sourcing opportunities.

Seasonal and Niche Sourcing
Seasonal Items: Sourcing items that are in high demand during certain seasons.
Niche Markets: Identifying and sourcing items for specific niche markets with dedicated buyer bases.