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Extra Tips for In-Store Sourcing Success
Mastering in-store flips takes more than just showing up — it’s about strategy, timing, and how you navigate the store. These tips will help you source smarter and avoid common mistakes.
Best Practices While in Store:
Always Check the Clearance Aisle: Items that appear as in-stock may have been moved to clearance or end caps. Don’t rely on their original aisle location alone — make a pass through clearance zones during every visit.
Use the Walmart App to Scan SKUs: In-store prices often differ from online listings. Always scan the SKU or barcode with the Walmart app to confirm the live in-store price, even if it doesn’t match shelf tags.
Ask for Help with Backroom Items: If an item is listed as "backroom only," don’t hesitate to ask for assistance. While some employees may push back, managers are typically more willing to help. A respectful request often gets results.
Be Professional and Respectful: Building rapport with employees can go a long way. Being polite, patient, and professional can turn a “no” into a “let me check for you.”
Getting the Most Out of the Stock Checker Tool
The Stock Checker is your most powerful sourcing weapon. It gives you real-time, SKU-specific inventory data across multiple store locations — helping you plan smarter trips and avoid dead ends.
Here’s how to maximize it:
Prioritize Stores with Aisle Locations and High Stock Counts: If a store shows an aisle and multiple units in stock, the odds of finding the item are much higher. These are your best bets for quick, profitable pickups.
Visit Stores with Active Leads First: If you're tracking leads through a Discord alert or sourcing tool, prioritize stores with the most promising opportunities first. Speed is everything in clearance flipping.
Stay Consistent: Clearance reselling is all about timing and persistence. Prices drop without notice and restocks happen quietly — success often comes to those who show up consistently, even if nothing hits on the first trip.
Final Reminder:
In-store sourcing rewards those who are strategic, prepared, and respectful. Use your tools, follow the data, and build relationships in-store — the results will follow. Let us know in the sourcing channels if you need help reading stock data or planning your route.
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