Side Hustle School Ep. 3312 - STORY: The Clothes Dryer That Changed a Family Forever
Jan 25, 2026
A laid-off government worker turns a free clothes dryer into a repeatable reselling system. The story follows discovering Craigslist, quick listing tactics, and cleaning and photo tricks that speed sales. Strategies for scaling from small flips to five-figure months and beyond are highlighted.
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From Lost Job To First Dryer Sale
- Luan Stockstill Diggs was laid off before the 2008 recession and accepted a dryer his brother offered to resell for cash.
- He sold it on Craigslist, then repeatedly flipped appliances to replace lost income and support his family.
Presentation And Speed Create Value
- Listings often undervalue household appliances because sellers use poor photos and low effort.
- By improving presentation and speed, a reseller captures profit opportunities others miss.
Be Fast, Clean, And Price To Move
- Do monitor local listings constantly and be the first to ask about undervalued appliances.
- Do clean, photograph, and write clear descriptions, then price slightly below average to sell fast.