Next Big Flip

Join us on The Next Big Flip Podcast as we sit down with McKean Matson (@mckeanmatson)—a TikTok creator, furniture flipper, and tiny house pioneer whose journey has inspired millions. McKean first gained attention by building and living in a tiny house in her parents’ backyard for five years, a decision that allowed her to save money, achieve financial independence, buy a home, and travel the world.In this episode, she shares how she turned her passion for furniture flipping into a thriving side hustle, restoring antiques, using creative paint-wash techniques, and growing a loyal social media following. From her first $20 profit to flipping unique vintage pieces that sell for hundreds, McKean’s story is proof that with creativity and determination, anyone can start reselling and build a path to freedom.Whether you’re interested in tiny house living, furniture flipping for profit, or starting your own side hustle, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration to help you take your next step.

In this inspiring episode of The Next Big Flip Podcast, host LaJuan Diggs sits down with Tacoma-based thrifter and fashion reseller Tierra Cobb of Girls World Thrift. Tierra opens up about how thrifting helped her rediscover herself after a tough season of life, turning a simple hobby into a thriving business. From scoring a $7 Dolce & Gabbana runway dress at Goodwill to building her vintage resale brand on platforms like Depop, Poshmark, and eBay, Tierra shares the thrifting tips, reselling strategies, and mindset shifts that changed her life.Learn how she identifies valuable pieces without running comps, balances motherhood with entrepreneurship, and even inspires her daughters to explore vintage fashion and business ownership. With insights into sustainable fashion, Depop selling, and building a side hustle from thrift finds, Tierra proves you can flip more than just clothes—you can flip your future.✨ Follow Tierra on TikTok for curated vintage looks and sustainable style.🎙️ Subscribe to The Next Big Flip Podcast for more stories on thrifting, reselling, restoration, and flipping side hustles that lead to freedom and purpose.

After applying to over 400 jobs and facing rejection after rejection, Jenny Dempsey—known online as the San Diego Furniture Flipper—turned a corporate layoff into a thriving side hustle and brand. In this episode of The Next Big Flip Podcast, host LaJuan Diggs dives into Jenny’s inspiring journey of resilience, creativity, and transformation.Jenny shares how a discarded table became her first flip, how flipping furniture gave her purpose during a tough season, and why she started the Career Flipper Podcast, where she’s interviewed more than 70 people about bold career pivots. From sustainability and second chances to social media growth and even singing goofy songs, Jenny proves that flipping isn’t just about profit—it’s about reinventing yourself and building a life you love.What you’ll hear in this episode:How Jenny turned rejection into resilience with furniture flippingThe flip that changed everything (and why safety gear matters!)Tips for beginners on spotting value and starting smallWhy sustainability and second chances fuel her flipping missionEncouragement to take your own leap into side hustles or creative projects👉 Subscribe to The Next Big Flip Podcast for more real flipping stories, side hustle strategies, and inspiration at nextbigflip.com.#FurnitureFlipping #SideHustle #Reselling #CareerPivot #TheNextBigFlip #JennyDempsey

What do you get when you mix a love for vintage design, a little trial and error, and the courage to share your journey online? You get Cody Wessels, also known as “the fridge guy,” a creator who restores and customizes vintage refrigerators from the 1930s–60s—and has gained over 340,000 TikTok followers doing it.What started as a hobby during COVID turned into a viral side hustle. Cody Wessels—known online as “the fridge guy”—has restored and customized over 100 vintage refrigerators from the 1930s–60s, turning forgotten appliances into one-of-a-kind works of art.In this episode, Cody shares how he stumbled into refrigerator restoration, the challenges of working without manuals or replacement parts, and the creative twists that make his projects stand out. From estate sale finds to TikTok fame with more than 345,000 followers, Cody proves that no side hustle is too unusual to succeed if you lean into your passion.We talk about:How Cody’s first vintage GE fridge sparked a new career pathThe trial-and-error lessons of paint, wiring, and custom designStories behind some of his most memorable flips, including a fridge buried for 40 yearsWhy he believes embracing failure is key to successPractical advice for anyone ready to start their own side hustleWhether you’re a flipper, creator, or dreamer, this story will inspire you to look at everyday opportunities differently—and maybe even find your own next big flip.If you love flipping, DIY projects, or simply hearing how unusual passions can turn into income streams, this episode will inspire you to find your own Next Big Flip.🔗 Connect with Cody: https://wesselscustompaint.com📲 Follow him on TikTok: @wessels4u

Can a $10 storage unit flip really turn into $900 profit? 💰 On this episode of the Next Big Flip Podcast, host LaJuan Diggs sits down with Dale Cline, creator of Hustle Flips, to uncover how he’s building financial freedom through storage auction reselling and side hustle flipping.From flipping storage lockers full of hidden treasures to reselling vintage video games, golf clubs, thrift store hats, and Y2K clothing, Dale shares the mindset, motivation, and strategies that keep him grinding every day. Whether you’re just starting with eBay reselling or dreaming about your own side hustle flipping journey, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical tips.💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:How Dale turned $10 into $900 with one storage unit flipWhy eBay is still the best platform for resellers in 2025The truth about storage auction flipping (trash vs treasure)Tips for flipping small items like hats, clothing, and video gamesThe importance of consistency, community, and starting NOWIf you’re curious about flipping for profit, reselling on eBay, or finding your own Next Big Flip, this episode will give you the tools and motivation to get started.👉 Subscribe for more flipping stories, reselling tips, and side hustle strategies: youtube.com/@NextBigFlip👉 Discover more resources at: NextBigFlip.com#NextBigFlip #StorageUnitFlipping #FlippingForProfit #SideHustle #ResellingTips #eBayReseller

In this inspiring episode of Next Big Flip, we sit down with Vanessa Garcia—better known as “Sunflower” and the founder of Sunflower Haven Upcycling. From curbside finds in Beverly Hills to meaningful furniture restorations in California, Vanessa shares how flipping furniture became more than just a side hustle—it became her therapy, her purpose, and her way of giving treasures a second chance.You’ll hear Vanessa’s journey from working in the medical field to launching her furniture restoration business, how she sources most of her projects curbside for little to no cost, and why every piece she flips represents healing and new life.Vanessa opens up about:✔️ Finding treasures in alleys, thrift stores, and curbside giveaways✔️ How restoring furniture helped her heal childhood wounds✔️ The deeper meaning behind “Sunflower” and her spiritual awakening✔️ Transforming a mid-century dresser into a powerful “next big flip” moment✔️ Why involving her family in the business has made the journey even richerWhether you’re a seasoned flipper, a DIY lover, or just someone looking for inspiration, Vanessa’s story will remind you that flipping isn’t only about profit—it’s about purpose and transformation.

Join me on the Next Big Flip Roadshow as I spend the day with Jake Mourkas, better known as Jake’s Junk @jakes-junk — a full-time furniture flipper and rising social media star with nearly 1 million followers across TikTok and Instagram.With over 15 years of experience flipping furniture, Jake has built a community that loves his eye for design, thrift store treasures, and the art of turning “junk” into profit. In this episode, Jake gives us an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at his world:🏡 Home Tour – See how Jake furnishes his home almost entirely with thrifted and free finds.🚙 Content Creator Life – Ride along in a brand-new 2025 Hummer, loaned to him by GM for content creation.🛋️ Flipping Insights – Hear Jake’s intimate story of building a flipping career and thriving on social media.🛒 Thrifting Walkthrough – Follow us through local thrift stores as Jake shares his mindset on what to buy, why it sells, and how to spot value.If you’ve ever thought about furniture flipping, thrifting, or starting a side hustle, this is a must-watch episode packed with real strategies and inspiration.📌 Subscribe for more Next Big Flip Roadshow episodes📌 Follow Jake on TikTok & Instagram📌 Learn more about flipping at: nextbigflip.com#FurnitureFlipper #Thrifting #SideHustle #Thrifter #NextBigFlip #FlippingFurniture #JakeMourkas #JakesJunk

In this episode of The Next Big Flip Podcast, host LaJuan Diggs chats with Lauren Williams — thrift enthusiast, reseller, and proud “cat lady” with a love for helping others (and Taylor Swift!). Lauren shares how her childhood garage sale adventures with her mom grew into a full-fledged side hustle, why she loves hunting for treasures across the globe, and her best tips for spotting valuable items before you buy.From scoring rare Taylor Swift CDs to finding designer gems at Goodwill, Lauren proves that thrifting isn’t just about making money — it’s about connection, creativity, and giving pre-loved items a second life. You’ll also hear how she balances keeping finds for herself vs. flipping them, her favorite travel thrifting spots (Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, and more), and advice for anyone ready to start small and build their flipping confidence.Whether you’re a seasoned reseller or curious about your first flip, this episode will leave you inspired to find your **Next Big Flip**.📌 Follow Lauren: linktr.ee/TheThriftyPA📌 Follow The Next Big Flip:nextbigflip.com🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & more📹 Watch more interviews & roadshow highlights here on the channel#Thrifting #Reselling #SideHustle #FlippingForProfit #NextBigFlip #LaurenWilliams #TaylorSwiftFinds #GarageSaleHaul #ThriftTips #furnituremakeover #furniturerestoration #thrifting

In this episode of The Next Big Flip, we sit down with Christine and Jacob, a dynamic flipping duo from the Pacific Northwest. Together, they run “Dad’s Garage Sale,” a thriving resale business that started with dumpster diving, garage sales, and liquidation pallets—and grew into a 4,000 sq. ft. brick-and-mortar store. We talk about how they divide responsibilities, their flipping origin story, pallet flipping tips, how they scored $1,300 from a storage unit, and how social media helped fuel their business. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned reseller, their practical advice and contagious energy will leave you inspired.

In this inspiring episode of The Next Big Flip, host LaJuan Diggs sits down with furniture flipper and Airbnb host Laura Valk from Greenville, SC. Laura shares how her faith and a single YouTube video led her to flip furniture full-time and how flipping isn't just about profit—it's about purpose. From estate sales to Instagram strategy, Laura gives practical tips for beginners and talks candidly about the ups, downs, and unexpected joys of her journey. Whether you're flipping for side income or looking to repurpose your passion into a full-time gig, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Follow Laura online at: www.instagram.com/restoredbylaura/

In this inspiring episode of The Next Big Flip, LaJuan Diggs sits down with Tiana Wavelet — a proud boy mom, thrift addict, and rising reselling star — whose journey into flipping began with a desire to stay close to her son during autism therapy sessions. What started as a simple side hustle turned into a life-changing venture. Tiana shares how she balances parenting and profit, why eBay is still the #1 reselling platform, and what she’s learned about sell-through rates, vintage treasures, and finding weird items that actually sell.Whether you're new to flipping or looking to scale, Tiana's story is a refreshing reminder that your “next big flip” doesn’t have to be your most profitable — just the one that matters most right now.What you'll learn:How Tiana turned thrifting into a flexible income streamHer favorite places to source items (hint: flea markets and estate sales)Why she believes there's enough success to go aroundThe one flipping metric every beginner should know: sell-through rateHow reselling gave her the freedom to parent with presence and plan a dream trip to TokyoFollow Tiana on TikTok for more flipping gems, and don’t forget to check out LaJuan’s book 20 Years a Flipper at nextbigflip.com.

Welcome to The Next Big Flip Podcast – where everyday people share real stories about flipping their way to extra income, confidence, and new opportunities.Hosted by LaJuan Diggs, author of 20 Years a Flipper, The Craigslist Hustle and long-time side hustler, this podcast dives into the world of reselling, thrifting, and creative side hustles. Each episode features inspiring guests—from parents finding financial freedom to entrepreneurs turning weekend flips into life-changing results.This isn’t about overnight millionaires or get-rich-quick promises. It’s about one good flip at a time—the kind that helps you pay a bill, buy groceries, or take that first step toward something bigger.If you’re ready for practical tips, honest conversations, and stories that prove anyone can start where they are, hit subscribe. Your Next Big Flip might be just around the corner.