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No one is immune to inflation, and thrift stores are no exception. Yet nowadays it seems that they’re either being hit harder than the rest of us, or something is just off with their prices. Asking for four bucks for an empty maple syrup bottle, or half a thousand dollars for a counterfeit pair of sneakers, seems excessive at best. And these examples are just the tip of the iceberg.

Lots of people have noticed the sudden rise in thrift store prices, and they made sure to let the world know by sharing pictures of such costly items. We have combed through the online world to bring you some of the most mind-boggling examples of pricing gone wrong. Try to keep calm as you browse the list, but if you can’t, bear in mind that you’re not alone—this woman was flabbergasted at thrift stores’ prices as well.

To get a better understanding of how thrift shopping is related to fast fashion, sustainability, and consumerism, Bored Panda has reached out to Anika Kozlowski, an assistant professor of fashion design, ethics and sustainability at Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada. She was kind enough to answer some of our questions. You will find her thoughts below.

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Value Village Has Officially Lost Their Minds

Value Village Has Officially Lost Their Minds

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ShaZam Beaubien
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Can you bring stuff to them to sell? Because I could bring a lot of Corona Extra bottles after one weekend.

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Thrift stores are the holy grail to lots of people, from those who seek a more affordable option, to folk who shop secondhand for sustainability reasons. There are also individuals who simply enjoy browsing piles of knick knacks and clothes in search of their gold.

No matter the reason, thrift shops are typically known for being affordable. People can arguably save over $1,700 by choosing to purchase their goods secondhand. According to PR Newswire, as much as 82% of Americans buy and sell previously owned items. The vast majority of them admit that their decision to do so has been influenced by inflation.

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    #2

    Guess My Local Goodwill Jumped On The Price-Gouging Bandwagon. For $250 It Can Stay There And Collect Dust

    Guess My Local Goodwill Jumped On The Price-Gouging Bandwagon. For $250 It Can Stay There And Collect Dust

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    Rob Chapman
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All of the "thrifters" on Instagram caused this. So, now, the very people thrift stores were marketed towards can no longer afford to shop there.

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    At A Value Village In Canada, And Clearly Fakes Too

    At A Value Village In Canada, And Clearly Fakes Too

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    Ivo H
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    $500? Seriously? I would buy 10 pairs of good quality, brand new shoes for that price.

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    The pre-used item world seems to be booming. According to IBIS, the number of thrift store businesses in the US has been steadily increasing for the last decade, and has reached nearly 27,000 now, in 2023. Statista estimates that the global market for secondhand apparel alone can reach nearly 220 million dollars by 2026.

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    Some people might even call such growth a trend. A lot of them nowadays go treasure hunting in these stores to find unique pieces of clothing, maybe even something valuable for a much more affordable price. They also choose thrift stores to boycott the fast fashion industry and re-use instead of buying new things.

    “Thrift stores have always had an important role in the community by making quality clothing items accessible to those with lower incomes. As of late, thrifting is often highlighted as one of the most sustainable options for shoppers and there is logic behind why that is. Thrifting helps to recirculate used clothing locally, extending the wearable life of these items, helps to keep them out of landfills and replaces the purchase of new goods with used ones,” Anika Kozlowski told Bored Panda.

    #4

    And I Thought City Prices Were Bad. Hometown Thrift Store Must Be Smoking Something

    And I Thought City Prices Were Bad. Hometown Thrift Store Must Be Smoking Something

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    #5

    Oh, The Possibilities

    Oh, The Possibilities

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    Gavin Johnson
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hold on there, that’s a valuable piece. Telescope, rocket body, castle tower, trumpet, baseball bat and many, many more applications all rolled into one, that’s a bargain!

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    Chelsea Liu, an 11th-grader passionate about the environment, spoke about how people can use thrifting to disrupt the mass production of clothes in her TEDx talk. She emphasized the negative impact fast fashion has on the environment and encouraged people not to spend their money supporting it.

    She also indicated that by choosing secondhand pieces, thrifters save them from going to the landfill, which is already full of clothing—according to Chelsea, people in North America “throw away about 10 million tons of clothing every single year, which averages about 40 kilograms per person.”

    #6

    This Store Charges 50.00€ For This Pair Of Shoes, Even Though It Still Has A $5.00 Goodwill Sticker On It

    This Store Charges 50.00€ For This Pair Of Shoes, Even Though It Still Has A $5.00 Goodwill Sticker On It

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    #7

    Literally A Rock

    Literally A Rock

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    Zsolt Hegedűs
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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    HARRY THE HAGGLER: Stones, sir? MANDY: Naah. They've got a lot there, lying around on the ground. HARRY THE HAGGLER: Oh, not like these, sir. Look at this. Feel the quality of that. That's craftsmanship, sir. MANDY: Hmmm. Aah, all right. We'll have, uh, two with points and... a big flat one.

    Tucker Cahooter
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would have been more if the original owner still had the Pet Rock box

    The voice of reason
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’ve ask at a local thrift if everything they get is put out for sale because sometimes there is some really pointless things there. Supposedly it is sorted.

    Ruby
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe it's one of those aquarium/terrarium rocks? Still a bit silly

    Karla Nelsen
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The CEO of Goodwill pockets all profits. None of it goes to help people any longer, unfortunately

    Jods
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You never know - it might be a piece of red Jasper in its raw state. I mistakenly threw a small bag full of it away when clearing out my dad’s workshop. Alternatively it might be one of those pet rocks that were all the rage ages ago.

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    #8

    Charity Shops Have Changed

    Charity Shops Have Changed

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    Genericist
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oxfam have always been like this. It makes me angry for a few reasons, including promoting fast fashion - when Primark is cheaper and the quality is usually the same (because most of the clothes in charity shops are fast fashion cast-offs these days), who would buy second-hand? Also, charity shops used to be places where poorer people could reasonably reliably find cheap clothes in good condition; most of my clothes were secondhand when I was a kid, but it wasn't obvious. It's important that these places continue to exist. Plus, you know, the proceeds go to charity and the clothes don't go to landfill! The incentive to shop there is gone if the clothes are shoddy and the price is high...

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    Buying secondhand clothing is only one of the ways to lead a more sustainable life when it comes to fashion. People can try to build a capsule wardrobe to minimize the number of items they own (and ease the headache of figuring out what to wear each morning). They can also take part in a clothing swap or arrange one themselves. According to Forbes, an overwhelming majority of people (96%) believe their actions can make a difference, which is all the more reason to be more aware of our fashion decisions.

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    #9

    A Bag Of Trash For Only $3.49

    A Bag Of Trash For Only $3.49

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    A Single Pair Of Second-Hand Underwear

    A Single Pair Of Second-Hand Underwear

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    Marno C.
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, there are people who will pay $10 for used underwear. But, Value Village isn't their venue.

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    $125 Goodwill Find: Lousy Plaster Skull In Solid Glass

    $125 Goodwill Find: Lousy Plaster Skull In Solid Glass

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    Anika also shared some fashion-related tips for those who want to be more environmentally friendly: “1) Shop your closet - you never know what you might find! 2) Organize your closet - when you know what you have and items are visible, you will be less likely to buy something new.”

    “3) Learn how to take better care of your clothes. Proper care and maintenance will extend the life of your clothes by increasing their durability. Use a sweater shaver to remove pills, which often makes clothes look more worn than they actually are. Wash clothes less often - we think we need to wash clothes more often than they need to be. Wash in cold water and use an eco-friendly detergent. Don't use the dryer if possible, dryers reduce the lifespan of clothes. Drying clothes naturally in the air will help them retain their shape, they smell better, and save energy,” she said.

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    “4) Repair before you replace. 5) See if items can be tailored - this can refresh an older style or improve fit. 6) Swap clothes locally for a closet refresh. 7) Buy less, and if you do need anything, try to purchase high-quality items that will last.”

    #13

    These Used Flip Flops At Goodwill vs. The Same Pair Of Brand-New

    These Used Flip Flops At Goodwill vs. The Same Pair Of Brand-New

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    Rebelliousslug
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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, the used ones don’t really look used. When worn for anywhere close to a significant amount of time (that time being very little in reference to cheap flip flops), the texture would change and the lettering would start to disappear

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    #14

    1998 Technology At 1998 Prices

    1998 Technology At 1998 Prices

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    Clothing is not the only thing that can live through a renaissance, though. A lot of people look for used furniture that can be revived and stored in their homes, instead of taking another trip to the nearest department store. In addition to being an affordable way to furnish your place, it can become a source of income as well. Lots of people seek used furniture, flip it, and sell it for a profit. It also helps to stop yet another piece from going into the landfill.

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    #15

    You Can Buy These Empty Yogurt Jars For $1.99 At Goodwill, Or You Can Go To The Grocery Store And Get Them New And Filled With Yogurt For The Same Price

    You Can Buy These Empty Yogurt Jars For $1.99 At Goodwill, Or You Can Go To The Grocery Store And Get Them New And Filled With Yogurt For The Same Price

    Tough decision. Catch and release at Goodwill.

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    waddles
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    those yogurt jars are very nice but a horrible deal if you can just get them filled with yogurt for the same price

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    #16

    Thrift Store Doesn’t Even Try To Hide Their Price Gouging

    Thrift Store Doesn’t Even Try To Hide Their Price Gouging

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    #17

    Value Village Is Drunk. These Are Cheaper At Antique Stores

    Value Village Is Drunk. These Are Cheaper At Antique Stores

    Remember when thrift stores made things affordable? And can anyone suggest thrift stores in Edmonton that aren’t delusional?

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    Flipping furniture gained lots of popularity during the covid times. People were spending plenty of time at home, which allowed them to pick up a new hobby or start a DIY project. Some of them were likely influenced by a number of social media personas covering their journey of upscaling old furniture.

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    #18

    This Donated Bike At A Thrift For Almost $900

    This Donated Bike At A Thrift For Almost $900

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    #19

    Well This Has 2020 Written All Over It

    Well This Has 2020 Written All Over It

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    Marno C.
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, wait. Never mind my earlier comment. Now I can buy the tube AND the paper towels! My lucky day!

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    #20

    $44 For A Horrible Quality, Fake, Peeling “Hermes Birkin”

    $44 For A Horrible Quality, Fake, Peeling “Hermes Birkin”

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    Alexandra Davis
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are the even allowed to sell fakes? In the Uk charity shops aren't allowed to legally sell fakes

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    Old furniture is often found at yard sales—basically a cousin to the good old thrift store. People set up the things they no longer use for sale, and hope that as many of them as possible will be taken off of their hands. It’s a win-win situation, as both the customer and the seller are happy about giving the item a second life.

    #21

    Empty Maple Syrup Bottle At Value Village

    Empty Maple Syrup Bottle At Value Village

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    #22

    Maybe This Is A Good Price, But Nobody Is Going To A Thrift Store To Spend $350 On A China Set. Waterfronts Pricing Has Changed So Dramatically, Makes Me So Sad

    Maybe This Is A Good Price, But Nobody Is Going To A Thrift Store To Spend $350 On A China Set. Waterfronts Pricing Has Changed So Dramatically, Makes Me So Sad

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    I Think That All Pricing People At Thrift Stores Are Legit Idiots. Value Village "Boutique", Vancouver

    I Think That All Pricing People At Thrift Stores Are Legit Idiots. Value Village "Boutique", Vancouver

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    Nowadays, going to a yard sale might be a more financially sensible option than visiting a thrift shop. The pictures on this list show that some stores are going crazy with their prices. To add insult to injury, some of the items they sell are more expensive than their new counterparts, which defeats the purpose of encouraging secondhand shopping.

    #25

    Value Village Has Lost Their Damn Minds

    Value Village Has Lost Their Damn Minds

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    #26

    I Was At A Thrift Store Buying A Jacket Marked At $25. The Cashier Wrote A 3 Over The 2 While I Was Checking Out Thinking I Wouldn't Notice

    I Was At A Thrift Store Buying A Jacket Marked At $25. The Cashier Wrote A 3 Over The 2 While I Was Checking Out Thinking I Wouldn't Notice

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    Even though the items in these pictures are way too costly, there are explanations for an increase in thrift store prices to some extent. The sustainable fashion expert described the reasoning behind it: “With greater consumption of new clothes comes greater disposal and donation. As thrift stores receive more and more donations, they require more labor and time to sort through the clothes. There is a greater proportion of donated items that can't be sold by the thrift store and thrift stores now have to manage this excess (e.g. recycling into rags/wipers, sold to exporters and landfill).”

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    “Then we also have the gentrification of thrift stores, which refers to the phenomenon of affluent shoppers now frequenting thrift stores. This inadvertently leads to thrift stores raising their prices, which makes once-affordable clothing inaccessible to those who need it most,” Anika added. “Rising prices ultimately harm those who thrift stores are there to serve - the lower income brackets. For those who can afford to shop thrift despite rising prices (which are still largely cheaper than most new garments), it doesn't appear to curb shopping habits.”

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    I Don’t Even Want To Thrift Anymore To Be Honest. As Soon As I Saw This I Left The Store And Felt Awful. The Hobby Is Gone

    I Don’t Even Want To Thrift Anymore To Be Honest. As Soon As I Saw This I Left The Store And Felt Awful. The Hobby Is Gone

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    Heather Lambie
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree, I used to enjoy thrifting so much, now I just feel angry! Especially Value Village!!😡

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    #28

    These Goodwill Prices Are Just Getting Comical

    These Goodwill Prices Are Just Getting Comical

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    #29

    Arc Thrift Up Charging From The Regular Sale Price

    Arc Thrift Up Charging From The Regular Sale Price

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    Hippopotamuses
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now that’s just lazy. If you’re going to rip people off, at least put some effort into it!

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    Anika Kozlowski pointed out that even thrift shopping might not be beneficial sustainability-wise if we don’t change our consumption habits. “Thrifting is essentially a byproduct of fast fashion and mass consumerism, as fast fashion requires fast turnover, which fuels the secondhand clothing trade. Thrifting now draws parallels to fast fashion as both models sell garments at low prices, consequently leading to overconsumption. If you are thrifting at the same volume as shopping for new clothes, our behaviors and values haven't fundamentally changed as we are still engaging in overconsumption.”

    She expanded, “Thrifting is a sustainable option in the short term but there are still consequences and at the current rates of clothing overproduction and increasing donations, it is unclear how sustainable this option will be in the long term. While prolonging the life of clothing for a while, it does not stop overproduction of new clothing. In fact, the option of 'donating' may fuel greater consumption as we feel we have a responsible disposal option, the same way recycling does nothing to curb our consumption of new items or 'reduce'. We often forget about the first 'R' of the 3 R's (reduce, reuse, recycle).”

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    Thought Long And Hard About This One

    Thought Long And Hard About This One

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    waddles
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i’m going to be very rich if you can sell just rocks for such a price.. then again i’m not quite sure who would buy them

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    #31

    Talize (A Canadian Brand Thrift Store) Has Lost Their Mind. These Are Surely Fake And They're Charging This Type Of Price

    Talize (A Canadian Brand Thrift Store) Has Lost Their Mind. These Are Surely Fake And They're Charging This Type Of Price

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    Rob Chapman
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    $500 for a used pair of shoes at a thrift store. What the actual heck.

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    #32

    Originally Tagged At $3.99 Selling For $19.99 At Value Village

    Originally Tagged At $3.99 Selling For $19.99 At Value Village

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    #33

    Gooseberry Cinderella Bowls. I Know They're Worth A Lot, But You Could Find Them For Less I Think

    Gooseberry Cinderella Bowls. I Know They're Worth A Lot, But You Could Find Them For Less I Think

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    BeKindAnyway
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, so... Yes these are technically collectibles. But they were DONATED. Perhaps donated so someone else could enjoy having this set because ebay and other sites sell them at collectible pricing and many folks cannot afford that. The workers at these stores don't make more for selling things at markup prices. Someone does, but it certainly isn't the people busting booty in the store. Ugh this really grinds my gears. "Goodwill" ..."Value" Village. Nothing is sacred anymore.

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    #34

    Is It Special Because The Lid Is Green? I Don’t Get It

    Is It Special Because The Lid Is Green? I Don’t Get It

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    #35

    Goodwill Needs To Fire The Person That's Pricing Some Of This Stuff. $35 Each For Tarnished Silver-Plated Trays, $20 For A Scale That Doesn't Even Work, $17 For A Teapot

    Goodwill Needs To Fire The Person That's Pricing Some Of This Stuff. $35 Each For Tarnished Silver-Plated Trays, $20 For A Scale That Doesn't Even Work, $17 For A Teapot

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An original Corningware teapot in mint condition can go for much more than that to a collector - it's all in what the person values.

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    #36

    I Couldn’t Find A Single Shirt Under 3.99 Today

    I Couldn’t Find A Single Shirt Under 3.99 Today

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    #37

    When You Work At Goodwill, But Comedy Is Your Passion

    When You Work At Goodwill, But Comedy Is Your Passion

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    #38

    I Don't Know What Surprised Me More - Covid Pants Or The Price 19.99

    I Don't Know What Surprised Me More - Covid Pants Or The Price 19.99

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    #39

    Donated To The Thrift Shop, $300. Am I Missing Something Here? I Know Inflation Is Through The Roof But Come On

    Donated To The Thrift Shop, $300. Am I Missing Something Here? I Know Inflation Is Through The Roof But Come On

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    #40

    I Hate My Local Savers Sometimes. Who's Going To Pay $13 For A Used Shein Hoodie That's Practically Falling Apart By The Time They Get It?

    I Hate My Local Savers Sometimes. Who's Going To Pay $13 For A Used Shein Hoodie That's Practically Falling Apart By The Time They Get It?

    I'm pretty sure that's the full price for most of the company.

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    #41

    Goodwill Thought It Was Priced Too Low $199, So They Added A Second $499 Tag

    Goodwill Thought It Was Priced Too Low $199, So They Added A Second $499 Tag

    That's right, $699 for a donated bike. It wasn't priced high enough at first, so they added another price tag to make it $699 total (I asked, but it doesn't include something else).  I saw this bike donated a few weeks ago, and was keeping an eye out for it. It finally hit the floor.

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is nuts usually if goodwill has a high end product they want mad money for they don't even put it in the store. The big stuff is usually saved for the auction site.

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    #42

    The "Thrift Store" Price Of This Non-Vintage Denim Jacket That Still Had The Original Tags On It

    The "Thrift Store" Price Of This Non-Vintage Denim Jacket That Still Had The Original Tags On It

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    #43

    Dirty Bag With A Used Pencil, Anyone?

    Dirty Bag With A Used Pencil, Anyone?

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    #44

    Used Pier 1 Buddha Candle At My Local Thrift Shop

    Used Pier 1 Buddha Candle At My Local Thrift Shop

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    #45

    Does Anybody Else Find Goodwill's Prices Insane Lately? Wanted To Buy This Bike For My Girl If It Was $20 But I Found Out It’s $200

    Does Anybody Else Find Goodwill's Prices Insane Lately? Wanted To Buy This Bike For My Girl If It Was $20 But I Found Out It’s $200

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    Shark queen 🦈🦈🦈
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This list makes me appreciate my goodwill were every clothing item has a set price for under ten dollars unless it's designer and in good shape

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    #46

    Speaking Of Outrageous Thrift Store Prices. Oh, It's Cash Only Thrift Too

    Speaking Of Outrageous Thrift Store Prices. Oh, It's Cash Only Thrift Too

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    #47

    Overpriced Thrift Store Selling Grocery Store Maple Syrup Bottle For $5

    Overpriced Thrift Store Selling Grocery Store Maple Syrup Bottle For $5

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    #48

    Starbucks Shopping Bag For $2 That You Can Get For Free From Starbucks

    Starbucks Shopping Bag For $2 That You Can Get For Free From Starbucks

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    #49

    These Bowls Were Sitting At My Local Thrift For 2 Months

    These Bowls Were Sitting At My Local Thrift For 2 Months

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    Skylar (they/them)
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And what insta girly bought them? Because 99% of people who thrift would scoff and walk away

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    #50

    $99.99 For This Beauty. Can't Believe Thrift Stores Are Becoming "Antique Store" Prices

    $99.99 For This Beauty. Can't Believe Thrift Stores Are Becoming "Antique Store" Prices

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    #51

    Original Target Price $1.00 Goodwill Price $4.99 For Plastic Jack-O'-Lantern Bucket

    Original Target Price $1.00 Goodwill Price $4.99 For Plastic Jack-O'-Lantern Bucket

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    #53

    They Could Have At Least Matched The TJ Maxx Price

    They Could Have At Least Matched The TJ Maxx Price

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    #54

    Value Village, Who’s Gonna Buy These?

    Value Village, Who’s Gonna Buy These?

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    Ericthedead
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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just read that they are tossing $30 million in funkos in a landfill and writing them off because they have so much inventory and sales have really dropped.

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    #55

    What Happened To Thrift Stores? Price For A Toddler Jacket Is Insane

    What Happened To Thrift Stores? Price For A Toddler Jacket Is Insane

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    #56

    Goodwill Kinda Sucks For This

    Goodwill Kinda Sucks For This

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    #57

    Goodwill In Roseville, MN

    Goodwill In Roseville, MN

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    Skylar (they/them)
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really don't like this.a lot of people who thrift are poorer, and this is almost full price. And it looks like somebody just bought a whole stock, which probably caused more panic. I feel like baby formula should be super cheap if not free, because what awful company is trying to profit of off possibly starving bavies

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    #58

    $5 For A Blown-Out Booty Hole And A Spider

    $5 For A Blown-Out Booty Hole And A Spider

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    #59

    If He Wasn't $19.99, I Would Have Taken This Nightmare Fuel Home With Me

    If He Wasn't $19.99, I Would Have Taken This Nightmare Fuel Home With Me

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    Something Something Let It Go

    Something Something Let It Go

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    #61

    Thrift Store Marks UPS

    Thrift Store Marks UPS

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    #62

    I Gave Up Today When I Found This KFC Container For 0.89

    I Gave Up Today When I Found This KFC Container For 0.89

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    Alexandra Davis
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are they selling the junk they find in the bins outside their shops now?!

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    #63

    Goodwill Is Selling This Tattoo For More Than It Was Originally

    Goodwill Is Selling This Tattoo For More Than It Was Originally

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    #64

    I Was So Pumped To Find This At The Thrift Store. But Then I Saw The Price. I’ve Been Hunting For One For Years

    I Was So Pumped To Find This At The Thrift Store. But Then I Saw The Price. I’ve Been Hunting For One For Years

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    Zedrapazia
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's actually a normal price for a Gameboy when you try to buy one online. At least in Europe it is, I'd have take it. Still weird for a thrift store who gets things for free to sell them this pricy.

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    #65

    Crazy Value Village Prices. I Passed

    Crazy Value Village Prices. I Passed

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    Suzy Creamcheese
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing really out of line here. Vintage audio gear in good working condition is expensive and Carver is a good name. If you think this is bad, check prices for vintage Pioneer, Marantz or Sansui gear.

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    #66

    This Is At The Local Salvation Army Thrift Store: The Bag Is Clearly A Fake. It’s Sad To See The Greed And They Use Some Random Ebay Posting To Justify The Price

    This Is At The Local Salvation Army Thrift Store: The Bag Is Clearly A Fake. It’s Sad To See The Greed And They Use Some Random Ebay Posting To Justify The Price

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    #67

    I Thrift To Find Good Deals, Not Things I Can Find On eBay For The Same Price

    I Thrift To Find Good Deals, Not Things I Can Find On eBay For The Same Price

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    #68

    Insane Goodwill Pricing. Sells For $1.49 New

    Insane Goodwill Pricing. Sells For $1.49 New

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    #70

    Found At Goodwill. I Work At The Post Office. These Are Free

    Found At Goodwill. I Work At The Post Office. These Are Free

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    #71

    Why Are Charity Shops So Overpriced In London?

    Why Are Charity Shops So Overpriced In London?

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    L S
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    IF they are real and you are in the market for some, its could be a good deal

    #72

    I Try To Live More Sustainable By Buying Clothing Secondhand But It’s Getting Harder And Harder To Do So

    I Try To Live More Sustainable By Buying Clothing Secondhand But It’s Getting Harder And Harder To Do So

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    #73

    Local Thrift Store Wanted $13 For An Empty Bottle Of Crown Royal

    Local Thrift Store Wanted $13 For An Empty Bottle Of Crown Royal

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    Anne Reid
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m sure any bar would happily give you empty bottles for free. The two I work in do. A few of my customers make artwork with them.

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    #74

    The Price Of This Vintage Toy At Goodwill

    The Price Of This Vintage Toy At Goodwill

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    #75

    Can I Get An F In The Chat. Favorite Store Is Serving Jokes Now

    Can I Get An F In The Chat. Favorite Store Is Serving Jokes Now

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    #76

    Burberry Coat For 599.00 At Goodwill, Had To Let It Go Because That Price Tag Was Too Much

    Burberry Coat For 599.00 At Goodwill, Had To Let It Go Because That Price Tag Was Too Much

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    L S
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its Burberrys which is the older version of Burberry and not worth that much especially considering it doesn't have the signature plaid.

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    #77

    Goodwill And Their Insane Prices

    Goodwill And Their Insane Prices

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    #78

    Goodwill Charging $5.99 For A Bucket That Retails For $3.59

    Goodwill Charging $5.99 For A Bucket That Retails For $3.59

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    #79

    Used Item Marked Higher Than New At Salvation Army

    Used Item Marked Higher Than New At Salvation Army

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    #80

    Patagonia Is A Quality Brand, But Pricing Like This Is Ridiculous

    Patagonia Is A Quality Brand, But Pricing Like This Is Ridiculous

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    #81

    My First Goodwill Find Of The Day. One Dirty Disposable Container And Four Filthy Lids For The Low Price Of $6.99

    My First Goodwill Find Of The Day. One Dirty Disposable Container And Four Filthy Lids For The Low Price Of $6.99

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    #82

    Goodwill In Marietta, GA Wants $7.09 For A Child's Ceramic Project

    Goodwill In Marietta, GA Wants $7.09 For A Child's Ceramic Project

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    Skylar (they/them)
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's only valuable to the parents, and if they didn't want to keep it why should some rando who's never met the kid

    #83

    A Side Table Selling At A Second-Hand Store For More Than Its Retail Price

    A Side Table Selling At A Second-Hand Store For More Than Its Retail Price

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    #84

    Unworn Shirt With The Original Tag Still On It. Being Sold For More Than The Original Price At Goodwill

    Unworn Shirt With The Original Tag Still On It. Being Sold For More Than The Original Price At Goodwill

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    #85

    A First Pressing Doesn't Even Go For This Much

    A First Pressing Doesn't Even Go For This Much

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    #86

    Goodwill Was Selling A Rock

    Goodwill Was Selling A Rock

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    #87

    Prices At Goodwill In NYC Are Getting So Ridiculous

    Prices At Goodwill In NYC Are Getting So Ridiculous

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    #88

    Value Village - You Get These Items For Free, Why Are You Charging $20+ For Them? Garbage Store

    Value Village - You Get These Items For Free, Why Are You Charging $20+ For Them? Garbage Store

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    #89

    Value Village Is Getting A Little Greedy With Some Of This Pricing

    Value Village Is Getting A Little Greedy With Some Of This Pricing

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    #90

    The Best Goodwill Finds Are The Ones Where You Can Easily Peel Off And See The Target Clearance Sticker For Half The Goodwill Price Underneath

    The Best Goodwill Finds Are The Ones Where You Can Easily Peel Off And See The Target Clearance Sticker For Half The Goodwill Price Underneath

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    #91

    I Did Not Know Half-Used Toiletries Could Be Donated, And The Price Is $1.97. New And Full At Target (Same Brand) Is $2.59

    I Did Not Know Half-Used Toiletries Could Be Donated, And The Price Is $1.97. New And Full At Target (Same Brand) Is $2.59

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    #92

    Today Saw A Card From A 1993 Cereal Box For $499.99. Remember When We Thought $20 Mason Jars Were Peak Thrift Pricing Nonsense In Edmonton?

    Today Saw A Card From A 1993 Cereal Box For $499.99. Remember When We Thought $20 Mason Jars Were Peak Thrift Pricing Nonsense In Edmonton?

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    #93

    Thrift Store Prices Hurt My Heart

    Thrift Store Prices Hurt My Heart

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    #94

    I Was Binge Watching Ashens And Realized I Recently Saw Signalex In A Charity Shop For 3x The Original Price

    I Was Binge Watching Ashens And Realized I Recently Saw Signalex In A Charity Shop For 3x The Original Price

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    #95

    I Was Laughing Over Not Only The Goodwill Price Being Higher Than The Original Price Before The Markdown, But Wanting To Charge More For Such An Outdated Item

    I Was Laughing Over Not Only The Goodwill Price Being Higher Than The Original Price Before The Markdown, But Wanting To Charge More For Such An Outdated Item

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    #96

    Lucky Brand Jeans For $52 At Savers... Never Seen Jeans So Expensive! I’m Sick Of The Prices Raising Lately

    Lucky Brand Jeans For $52 At Savers... Never Seen Jeans So Expensive! I’m Sick Of The Prices Raising Lately

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    #97

    Two Different Prices For The Same Thing At Saver’s

    Two Different Prices For The Same Thing At Saver’s

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    Blue_Mouse
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They are not the same!!! The one on the right had a thinner mouth!!

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    #98

    Took Them A While, But My Goodwill Finally Decided To Get Ridiculous With Pricing. Asking $340 Total For These Items

    Took Them A While, But My Goodwill Finally Decided To Get Ridiculous With Pricing. Asking $340 Total For These Items

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    #99

    With A Discount - Only Paid $39 For A Complete Set Of 4 Mint Pink Gooseberry Cinderella Bowls!! Thanks, Value Village. Ahhh, I’m Honestly Gobsmacked

    With A Discount - Only Paid $39 For A Complete Set Of 4 Mint Pink Gooseberry Cinderella Bowls!! Thanks, Value Village. Ahhh, I’m Honestly Gobsmacked

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    Raine Soo
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like a decent deal. The bowls are beautiful, by the way.

    #100

    Goodwill Pricing Makes Thrifting A Waste Of Time

    Goodwill Pricing Makes Thrifting A Waste Of Time

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    Huddo's sister
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Genuine question- does Goodwill profits go to charity, or are they a for-profit like Savers?

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    #101

    $149 Nintendo Gamecube & 2 Controllers. Clerk Doesn’t Know If It Works… Salvation Army Granada Hills, CA

    $149 Nintendo Gamecube & 2 Controllers. Clerk Doesn’t Know If It Works… Salvation Army Granada Hills, CA

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    #102

    $7 For A Used Cotton T-Shirt… Senseless Price Gouging Or Inflation?

    $7 For A Used Cotton T-Shirt… Senseless Price Gouging Or Inflation?

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    Huddo's sister
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's about normal where I live, if it's a mid range brand, which I think is fair. If it was a low range (like kmart) it would be $4-5, high end could be up to $12

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    #103

    This Case Was Cheaper Brand New ($1) Than It Was Secondhand At The Thrift Store ($1.99)

    This Case Was Cheaper Brand New ($1) Than It Was Secondhand At The Thrift Store ($1.99)

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    #104

    We Can't Believe The Insane Prices We Saw This Weekend. I Know Thrift Stores Have Been Raising Prices For A While, But This Happened In Our Area Seemingly Overnight

    We Can't Believe The Insane Prices We Saw This Weekend. I Know Thrift Stores Have Been Raising Prices For A While, But This Happened In Our Area Seemingly Overnight

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    #105

    Anybody Else Has A Goodwill That Prices Everything Almost Retail Price/Over Retail Price?

    Anybody Else Has A Goodwill That Prices Everything Almost Retail Price/Over Retail Price?

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    #106

    Goodwill Charging $20 Each For Used Lord Of The Rings DVD's? I Don't Think I Paid That Much For These When They Were New

    Goodwill Charging $20 Each For Used Lord Of The Rings DVD's? I Don't Think I Paid That Much For These When They Were New

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    Justin Smith
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    B******t. Thats the extended editions. Each are 4 hours or so doe the regular movies, then another 8+ for the special features.

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    #107

    These Thrift Stores Getting Expensive

    These Thrift Stores Getting Expensive

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    #108

    When Thrift Stores Base Their Prices On The Original Price Tag

    When Thrift Stores Base Their Prices On The Original Price Tag

    I tried to get all the important stuff into the photo, but if it isn't clear this is a copy of WordPerfect for Windows 3.1 that they think is worth $25 because the price tag from 20 years ago was $60. Not to mention that this is the upgrade-only version, so even if you are into old computers you'd need an even older version of WordPerfect to actually run this.
     
    This time it wasn't something I'd want to buy even if the price was right, but I see this all the time. Just because something used to be $60 doesn't mean it is still worth anything, and the fact that it ended up in a thrift store unopened means it probably wasn't even worth that much to begin with.

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    #109

    This "Thrift Store" Tee Price

    This "Thrift Store" Tee Price

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    #110

    Typically My Value Village Is Very Reasonable With Pricing But Today I Found Something That Was Priced Ridiculously

    Typically My Value Village Is Very Reasonable With Pricing But Today I Found Something That Was Priced Ridiculously

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    #111

    I Saw This Cute Faux Fur Jacket And Then Noticed The Price… What’s Up With These High Prices?!

    I Saw This Cute Faux Fur Jacket And Then Noticed The Price… What’s Up With These High Prices?!

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    Ericthedead
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That there is 100 percent genuine faux skunk. Well worth the price. Lol

    #112

    Insane Thrift Store Pricing

    Insane Thrift Store Pricing

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