top 3 mistakes new flippers make

How to Avoid the Top 3 Mistakes New Furniture Flippers Make

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July 22, 2025•2 min read

How to Avoid the Top 3 Mistakes New Furniture Flippers Make 🪑💥

Thinking of jumping into furniture flipping—or maybe you're already flipping but struggling to make consistent profits? I've been there! But here's the good news: the most common mistakes new flippers make are easy to fix once you know them. Let's break down the top three, so you can skip the struggles and jump straight into profit! 🚀💸

Mistake #1: Picking the Wrong Pieces ❌🪑

Not all dressers are created equal! The biggest time (and profit) drain comes from choosing pieces that require extensive repairs or are just plain out of style.

Instead, focus on:

  • Popular styles and brands (think modern, mid-century, or timeless antiques)

  • Minor cosmetic issues (easily fixed with Quick Cosmetic Restoration techniques)

  • Solid construction (and don’t turn down those dressers that look great but just need track fixes—my TrackFix Toolkit shows you exactly how to fix tracks quickly!)

🎯 Quick Tip: Visit your local second-hand stores regularly to learn their "inventory patterns"—you'll quickly spot where and when to find the best pieces.

Mistake #2: Overdoing the Restoration 🎨⏳

In 2025, buyers are craving more natural, wood-rich furniture. Yet many new flippers waste hours sanding and painting when quick cosmetic fixes could have made the sale faster (and easier!).

Here's the secret:

  • Skip full refinishes: Opt for gel stains to cover blemishes and highlight wood.

  • Focus on quick touch-ups: Stain markers, steel wool pads, and dark gel stains are your new best friends!

  • Keep restoration to under 2 hours per piece: More time spent doesn’t always mean more profit!

✅ Get my full Smart Flip Supplies Checklist to speed up your flips! 📋✨

Mistake #3: Relying Only on Marketplace 📉🦗

If you're posting exclusively on Marketplace, you're missing out on potential profits. Marketplace can feel like a garage sale, full of low-ball offers and endless price cuts.

Instead, here's how you boost your profits and sell faster:

  • Create an optimized Facebook Business Page: It acts as your professional online storefront, attracting buyers ready to pay top dollar.

  • Use strategic pricing: End prices with "7" (e.g., $197 instead of $200)—it psychologically appeals to buyers.

  • Employ my Marketplace Money Maker Method™: Stop chasing buyers and start attracting them effortlessly.

Want the details? I'm sharing it all—step by step—in my FREE 2-Day Quick Cash Flippin’ Bootcamp!

Here's exactly what you'll learn:

✅ FIND: Discover exactly what pieces to pick (and what to pass on!)
✅ FIX: Master quick cosmetic fixes to minimize your effort and maximize profits.
✅ FLIP: Implement my proven strategies to sell faster and achieve consistent weekly cashflow!

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Flip smarter, avoid costly mistakes, and watch your cashflow soar! 🪑💰✨

Hi, I’m Georgia—founder of Dresser Fixer Upper and creator of the Quick Cash Flippin’ system. 🪑💸 I teach everyday DIYers how to turn tired old dressers into fast-selling profit pieces using smart, low-effort techniques (no full refinishing required!). After flipping for cash in my spare time—and now full-time—I’ve helped thousands simplify their process and finally get their flips SOLD. Whether you’re flipping for fun or cashflow, you’ll find practical tools, real-world strategies, and a whole lot of encouragement right here.

Georgia Wheeler

Hi, I’m Georgia—founder of Dresser Fixer Upper and creator of the Quick Cash Flippin’ system. 🪑💸 I teach everyday DIYers how to turn tired old dressers into fast-selling profit pieces using smart, low-effort techniques (no full refinishing required!). After flipping for cash in my spare time—and now full-time—I’ve helped thousands simplify their process and finally get their flips SOLD. Whether you’re flipping for fun or cashflow, you’ll find practical tools, real-world strategies, and a whole lot of encouragement right here.

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