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HUSTLE #127 2.3 Electronics Reselling

Buy and Resell Used iPads on eBay

💰 Startup Cost $100-500
⏰ Time/wk 5-10 hrs
📊 Difficulty ★★☆☆☆
🏆 1st Month $ $200-500
💵 Monthly Range $500-1,500
⏱ First $ In 1-2 weeks
eBay, Swappa, FB Marketplace
Used iPads sell fast because they are the go-to device for kids, students, and seniors. Buy iPad 7th-9th generation models for $120-180 on FB Marketplace. Check that the screen has no cracks and the iCloud account is removed. Clean it thoroughly, include a generic charger and case from Amazon ($15 total), and list for $200-280. Parents buy iPads for their kids year-round, not just during holidays.
🚀 First Step
Search 'iPad 8th generation' or 'iPad 9th generation' on FB Marketplace, filter under $180, and ask sellers to confirm the device is iCloud-unlocked.
  • iPads with cracked screens are almost never worth flipping — screen repairs cost more than the profit margin
  • Include a cheap $10 case from Amazon to make your listing stand out from other sellers
  • Sell older iPad models to parents of young kids — they do not need the latest generation
🛠 Tools & Resources: Swappa ESN checker, eBay app, FB Marketplace, Apple serial lookup, microfiber cloth, generic iPad cases (Amazon bulk pack)