Media Coverage

More online shoppers mean more returns. Not every returned item makes it back to the warehouse shelf. The surge in consumer waste has sparked a quiet but powerful shift in how smart sellers source inventory, and Amazon return pallets have become the Swiss army knife of modern inventory strategy. These are large wooden crates packed with returned, overstocked, or shelf-pulled items ready for resale. From $85 pallets to bulk warehouse lots sold online, these bundles offer flexibility, affordabilit... read more →

Columbus Bargain hunters, rejoice. Retail Rush is opening soon. The new concept, which is billed as a ‘hybrid between thrifting and auctions,’ will hold its grand opening on Nov. 14. It’s located at 4645 Morse Centre Rd. According to a press release, Retail Rush inventory is made up of “retail returns, overstock, and unsold goods from popular big-box and online retailers so shoppers can get the best brands for less.”... read more →

Although flying is much more efficient than the horseback journeys we had to endure 200 years ago, going through airport security is still a very stressful experience. Between putting away your laptop and putting your shoes back on, it’s very easy to leave something behind. We’ve all had that moment when the TSA agent points to your beloved Swiss Army knife and tells you it can’t fly with you. More than one person has had to leave it behind because there wasn’t enough time to mail it. You may ha... read more →

Ebay, Facebook Marketplace, and ThredUp are all places to find decent used goods. Even Amazon has a bulk liquidations shop where you can buy pallets of overstock or returned items. They're probably some of the first places you would go, but there's another site you might want to check out called GovDeals that hosts online auctions for various goods. Here's the kicker. You can buy items that were confiscated by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Yes, the same TSA that checks people... read more →

Machinio, an online platform for buying and selling heavy equipment, has rolled out new features for dealers looking to advertise their service offerings. These new service-specific features work in tandem with the full Machinio marketplace platform and allows users to promote and manage their supporting services alongside their equipment sales. Dealers, manufacturers and other heavy equipment service providers will have the tools to perform the following tasks, according to Machinio... read more →

Reverse logistics is far more than managing product returns; it's the process that ensures goods, materials and resources continue to generate value long after their initial sale. Reverse logistics serves as the cornerstone of the circular economy. What is reverse logistics? Reverse logistics encompasses all activities that occur after a product's initial sale or distribution. It includes managing returns, recovering unsold or excess inventory, inspecting and refurbishing items, recycling materi... read more →

Somerset County will host its fall surplus auction starting on Wednesday with electronics, used vehicles, office equipment and other county items available through an online platform. Residents can preview the entire list of auction items in advance, and are encouraged to read the terms and conditions before bidding.... read more →

Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory announced that beginning Oct. 1, all CPSO Sheriff’s Sales will be conducted online. To participate in the auctions, you must first create an online account on www.bid4assets.com. A $1,000 deposit will be required to bid. This deposit can be applied toward your purchase, refunded if you are not the winning bidder, or left in your account for future auctions. The online platform provides additional tools and features including auction watchlists, email noti... read more →

Alabamians looking for deals on everything from office chairs to boats will get their chance when the state’s online surplus property auction opens Saturday. The Surplus Property Division of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs will open bidding at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, July 12. The auction will run around the clock until 6 p.m. Sunday, July 20. Items up for bid include cars, trucks, boats, office and medical equipment and furniture no longer needed by state and federal agencie... read more →

On Wednesday, 11 June 2025, Liquidity Services (NASDAQ:LQDT) presented at the 15th Annual East Coast IDEAS Conference, highlighting its strategic positioning in the circular economy marketplace. The company emphasized its mission-driven approach to monetizing surplus inventory and equipment while maintaining financial discipline with no debt.... read more →