From Billboards to Hidden Gems

What began as a simple way to make some extra money quickly transformed into a passion for the hunt. There’s a certain thrill in digging through a dusty box at a garage sale or sifting through racks at an estate sale, knowing a hidden gem could be just a few inches away. This journey isn't just about finding items; it's about seeing the potential in things others have overlooked and giving them a new life.

For nearly four decades, I was in the billboard business. My colleagues, who found "Ignacio" a bit tricky to pronounce, simply started calling me "Iggster"—and the name stuck. Fast forward to my retirement in my early 70s, and my wife and I decided to turn a long-time hobby into a business.

I've been active on eBay since 2004, but it wasn't until I retired that I decided to take it seriously. I named our online store SHOPIGGSTER26, a name that's part of my personal history and now, the heart of our new professional life. My wife and I are a true team, spending our weekends sourcing for treasure and staying busy with the business all week long. In the not-so-distant future, we'll be expanding with a variety of new things through Referral Marketing.

This blog is a window into that life. My plan is to share our adventures with you—the good times and the not-so-good ones. I want to talk about the discipline and hard work it takes to run a reselling and online business, the valuable lessons we learn, and all the fun that happens in between.

Thank you for joining us on this journey. We're excited to share our story and build a community with you.