$1k Per Week Free Wood to Firewood

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You wood… Have you ever looked at a pile of wood and thought, “Wow, that’s some serious cash just lying around?” No? Well, it’s time to start.

Today, we’re diving into the world of collecting free wood and flipping it into firewood bundles. Get ready to branch out into the lucrative world of firewood sales and turn your side hustle into a blazing success.

I first learned about this hustle on @adam.orth’s Instagram. It checked a lot of boxes:

✅ Low barrier to entry

✅ Simple product and offering

✅ Can do this with a car

The idea is easy. Find some free wood, bundle it together, sell the bundles.

So how much wood we make if we camped out for some deals? Get ready for all the puns in todays email.

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The MVP (Getting your first customer)

Wood you believe it? All you need to start is a keen eye for discarded wood and a sturdy pair of gloves. Here’s your startup investment:

• Wood bags/strings: $50

• A basic axe or saw: $50

Total investment: $100

Now, it’s time to hit the streets—or rather, the local parks, construction sites, and neighborhoods after a storm. There’s wood everywhere just waiting to be chopped, split, and bundled. And guess what? People actually pay for this stuff!

Here’s a pricing structure to get your logs rolling:

• Single Bundle of Firewood: $10 each

• Double Bundle of Firewood: $15 each (I like this pricing structure because it encourages people to spend more money while they get a better deal, win/win 🤝 )

To make $1,000 a week, you’d need to sell 100-134 bundles. But don’t worry, we’ll help you get there without losing your (wood)chips.

Getting Your Next 100 Customers

Log on… Start by stacking up your bundles and selling them locally. Here’s how to expand your customer base:

1. Social Media: Post pics of your beautifully bundled firewood on Instagram and Facebook. Use hashtags like #FirewoodFanatic and #LogLife. Bonus points if you can get your dog to pose with a bundle.

2. Local Marketplaces: List your bundles on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and local buy/sell/trade groups. Everyone loves a cozy fire, especially when they don’t have to chop the wood themselves.

3. Partnerships: Team up with local campgrounds, BBQ enthusiasts, and outdoor gear shops. Maybe they’ll let you set up a small display, or they’ll offer your firewood to their customers.

Now, you’re ready to scale this operation into a $1,000-per-week business. Here’s how:

1. Increase Supply: Get more wood! If you’re running low on free sources, consider paying a small fee to tree removal services or checking out local lumber yards for offcuts. Just remember, the goal is to keep costs low so you don’t sap your profits.

2. Boost Efficiency: Invest in a log splitter or a chainsaw to speed up production. This will help you crank out more bundles without breaking a sweat—or your back.

3. Offer Delivery: Charge a delivery fee for dropping off bundles at your customers’ homes. People love convenience, especially if they’re not the ones hauling wood.

4. Seasonal Specials: In the winter, promote your firewood as the perfect solution for cozying up by the fire. In the summer, market it for campfires and BBQs. Your firewood is hot stuff all year round!

With a bit of effort and a lot of wood puns, you’ll be raking in $1,000 a week before you know it. And who knows? You might just become the neighborhood’s most beloved lumberjack.

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Viability:

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This hustle is awesome and one I wood start tomorrow if I was looking for some quick cash.

The biggest risk here are termites/bugs. Be careful to inspect or treat your wood so you don’t infest yours (or other homes).

So, there you have it. Collect free wood, chop it up, and sell it as firewood. It’s a simple idea that can turn into a smoldering success. Just remember to leaf no log unturned, and you’ll be stacking up cash in no time. Happy chopping!

(As usual each business will have it’s own setbacks, and it’s all about the execution and consistency rather than just having the idea)

It’s a great day to be great!

Love, Mike 👋