Guitar FlipperTM

Guitar flipping isn’t just buying low and selling high. Going about it that way is unlikely to make you much money, and it certainly won’t build a loyal customer following. That’s a bit like a leech taking from both sellers and buyers without adding value to either.

If you’re going to build a successful guitar-flipping business, you need to provide value to both sides of the transaction.

You provide a service to the seller by offering a fair wholesale price for their guitar and by purchasing it as-is, without complaints if you later discover additional issues.

You provide a service to the buyer by identifying, repairing, and professionally setting up the instrument before it reaches their hands. The result is a guitar that plays better, sounds better, and comes with the confidence of a warranty.

That’s how you earn your profit. Everyone wins.

We’ll help you learn:

• Which guitar models to buy
• How to avoid problem guitars
• How to spot hidden defects before you purchase
• How to refurbish guitars professionally
• How to present and market your guitars effectively
• How to sell your guitars more quickly and profitably

What many people don’t realize is that brand-new guitars often need work right out of the box.

Common problems include:

• Nut slot issues
• High frets
• Improper neck relief
• Action that’s too high or too low
• Poor intonation

If brand-new guitars come with these problems, they certainly don’t disappear simply because a guitar has been played for a few years.

Used guitars can suffer from all of the above, plus:

• Fret wear
• Hardware problems
• Lifting bridges (acoustic guitars)
• Bowing soundboards (acoustic guitars)
• Electrical issues
• And much more

Once you learn how to identify and correct these problems, the guitars you sell will often exceed the quality of instruments offered by many other sellers—and sometimes even the quality standards of retail music stores.

Your challenge then becomes educating buyers about the value of your work, your expertise, and your warranty.

The good news? Most used-guitar sellers aren’t doing any of this.

Here, you’ll find practical advice based on real-world experience, not theory. We’ll regularly share new articles, tips, techniques, business strategies, and success stories from guitar flippers, guitar techs, and shop owners across the country.

You’ll learn where to find quality guitars, parts, and tools; how to evaluate instruments before you buy; how to perform repairs and professional setups; and how to price, market, and sell guitars profitably while treating customers fairly.

Whether your goal is to earn extra income, build a full-time guitar flipping business, or simply fund your guitar hobby, Guitar Flipper will help you avoid costly mistakes, increase your profits, and enjoy the journey along the way.