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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 15 MIN

Stop Overpaying for Pallets: How to Buy Direct from Costco Auctions

from Mastermind Sessions · host Shannon Jean

Join 3100+ Resellers in our $5 Reseller Mastermind Community and learn how to flip auction and liquidation goods for profit here: https://www.shannonjean.info/5MMCheck out my Free Auction Starter Guide at https://www.shannonjean.com/auctions and Free Newsletter at https://shannon-jean.kit.com/ If you're a reseller buying from pallet sellers and wholesalers, you're likely leaving serious money on the table.In this video, we break down how buying direct from Costco’s excess inventory and customer returns can dramatically increase your margins. We walk through real auction examples, analyze manifests, calculate true landed costs (including freight), and show how to structure deals so you get your cash back fast — then profit on the rest.You’ll see exactly how these deals work in real time.What You’ll Learn:• Why Costco pricing is more realistic than most liquidation vendors• Why you should NEVER buy without reviewing the manifest• How to calculate per-unit cost including freight• The “cash-back first” strategy for reducing risk• What categories offer the best margins• What to avoid (hint: not everything sexy makes money)DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not financial, business, or legal advice. Examples and strategies are for demonstration only and results are not guaranteed. Always conduct your own due diligence and comply with all applicable laws. We do not encourage duplication of copyrighted material or existing business assets. Ensure your use follows copyright and intellectual-property laws.Follow me on my social media channels:X: https://x.com/ShannonJeanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonjean/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonjjean/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@shannonjeanTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@shannonjjeanYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannonjean/videosSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5pVJgqKx0rCOqxqDFwqTlcApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mastermind-sessions/id1868545499Business Brain Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQKF439sG2VYIwKYfCoAtMQ For Algorithm:#ResellerTips #FlippingGoods #AuctionHustle #LiquidationDeals #CostcoReseller #SideHustleIncome #PalletReselling #RetailArbitrage #ProfitableReselling #ThriftToCash #BuyLowSellHigh #ResellerLife #CashFlowHustle #InventoryFlipping #WholesaleToProfit

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