Use Bounties to Source Items for Buyers

**1. Bounties are posted by buyers** A shopper (buyer) searches for something specific and doesn't find it in the current sales. They tap "Post a Bounty" and describe what they want:

• Item type (Pyrex bowl, leather jacket, record player)
• Specifics (color, size, era, condition requirements)
• Preferred price range
• How soon they need it

**2. You browse bounties** As an organizer, you go to "Bounties" in your dashboard. You see a list of active requests from buyers in your area (or nationwide, if you're willing to ship).

**3. You hunt for the item** You keep an eye out. At an estate sale you're running, at a local auction, from a consignor—you find the item the buyer requested.

**4. You post it to FindA.Sale** You create a new item in a sale (or upcoming sale) and link it to the bounty. You set the price (can be the bounty's suggested price, or higher if it's rare).

**5. The buyer buys it** They search bounties, find your listing, and buy it. You get:

• The sale price (goes to your settlement)
• The bounty reward (a bonus payment, usually $5–20 depending on the item's value)

**6. Buyer is happy** They got the exact item they wanted. You got paid twice (sale price + bounty).

Rewards vary based on item value:

• Low-value items ($5–15 bounties): $2–3 reward
• Mid-value items ($15–50 bounties): $5–10 reward
• High-value items ($50+ bounties): $10–25 reward

The buyer sets the reward when they post the bounty, so you can see upfront what you'd earn.

Best for:

• Niche items (specific era, brand, or condition)
• High-value finds (jewelry, collectibles, furniture)
• Frequent estate sales or consignment work (you have access to lots of inventory)
• Nationwide shipping (you can source items from across the US and ship them)

Harder for:

• Common items (basic kitchenware, generic furniture)
• Urgent bounties (if a buyer needs something this week, it's hard to source)
• Remote location (fewer sales nearby to hunt through)

Buyer posts: "ISO: Vintage Le Creuset Dutch oven, 3.5-quart, orange or yellow, good condition. Budget $40–60. Need by next month. $15 bounty reward."

You find it: At an estate sale next week, you find an orange 3.5-quart Le Creuset, excellent condition.

You list it: You add it to your estate sale inventory, price it $55 (within their budget), and link it to the bounty.

Buyer buys it: They see your listing, pay $55, and you get:

• $55 sale price (after Stripe fees, goes into your settlement)
• $15 bounty reward (separate payment to you)

You earned ~$68 before splits or commissions.

**1. Go to your dashboard > Bounties** You see all active bounties in your region (or nationwide if you want to ship).

**2. Read the details** Item description, price range, buyer's deadline, reward amount.

**3. Click "I can source this"** This tells the buyer you're looking for it. The buyer gets a notification: "[Your name] is hunting for your bounty."

**4. Hunt for it** You have 30 days to find it (or the bounty's deadline, whichever is sooner). Post it to FindA.Sale when you find it, and link it to the bounty.

**5. Buyer completes the bounty** They buy your listing, and the bounty is marked complete. You get the reward.

**Tip 1: Focus on niche bounties.** Common items have more competition. Go after the specific requests (1970s Pyrex, Brand X furniture, era-specific collectibles).

**Tip 2: Build relationships with consignors and estate sale teams.** Let them know you're hunting for bounties. They'll call you when they find items matching your claims.

**Tip 3: Be responsive.** If you claim a bounty, actively look. Don't let months pass. If you can't find it in 2 weeks, unclaim it so the buyer can find another sourcer.

**Tip 4: Message the buyer once you find it.** Don't just post blindly. Reach out: "Found your bounty! Orange Le Creuset, 3.5-quart, listing goes live [date]." Build trust.

**Tip 5: Price fairly.** If a buyer set a $40–60 budget and you found a great example, price it $50–55, not $80. Fair pricing = faster sales + happy buyers + good reviews.