What's the thing(s) that's a stick in your gears. The thing that is keeping you up at night, stopping you from getting to the next place you want to be in the world of reselling? There's comfort in shared misery - maybe some good solutions too! I'll go first: Paperwork, bookkeeping etc. It's one of the reasons that, as an auctioneer, I don't take a lot of consignments. Suggestions?

If you’ve ever thought, “We should really have a union for this crazy business,” you’re in the right place. Antique dealers, vintage resellers, used‑goods sellers, and thrifters are some of the most fiercely independent people on the planet. We work alone, make our own calls, and mostly learn by trial, error, and the occasional miracle score. The downside? As a “profession,” we’re scattered, unorganized, and constantly reinventing the wheel! The Hidden Value Society exists to change that. It’s been my long‑time wish to pull together a cohesive group of brilliant, curious people who love this game as much as I do—and who are interested in both learning and teaching best‑practice methods for succeeding in the wild world of reselling - anything. This founding group is where we start: - Collectors, dealers, and deal‑hunters comparing notes on what everyone else overlooks - Honest breakdowns and case studies of real buys—good, bad, and ugly - Valuation frameworks and repeatable processes instead of random luck - Building streamlined workflows that give you more time & money - A place where you can ask “dumb” questions, share hard‑won insights, and help shape how this community works from day one. If you’re reading this, you’re early—and your fingerprints will be on whatever this becomes. Drop a quick intro below: who you are, what you hunt for, and one “hidden value” win (or lesson) you’ve had recently. Then poke around, comment freely, and don’t be shy about starting threads. This only works if the independents decide, for once, to build something together.success. Because the hidden value I'm most interested in, is the brain work and collaborative value that the HVS can produce!