Flipping furniture for profit starts with good math—know every cost before you buy. New to flipping? Read our furniture flipping guide first for the full start-to-finish roadmap.
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Why a profit calculator matters
- Most part-time flippers clear $100–$300 on each sofa or dresser. Reddit
- Pros shoot for 40-60 % margin, so one bad cost guess can wipe out gains. Jungle Scout
- Refinishing alone runs $337–$920 on average. AngiHome Advisor
Gather your numbers
- Buy price – what you paid.
- Fix-up costs – paint, new knobs, sandpaper, plus your time (many flippers value time at $25–$40 an hour; pros use $100+). RedditJungle Scout
- Delivery or truck rental – a U-Haul pickup starts at $19.95 + mileage. U-Haul International
- Platform fee – Asherfield takes 15 %, so you keep 85 %. Asherfield
The simple formula
Your asking price – (buy + fix-up + delivery + fees) = profit.
Drop your numbers into the box below to see margin and break-even price.
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Example flip
| Step | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Buy thrift dresser | $50 | Saturday sale find |
| Paint + sandpaper | $35 | One quart + two sheets |
| Truck fuel | $10 | Shared trip |
| Asherfield fee (15 %) | $60 | On $400 sale |
| Total cost | $155 | |
| Sold on Asherfield | $400 | Listed 6 days, bright photos |
| Profit | $245 (61 %) | Beats the 40-60 % goal |
List your first flip on Asherfield—keep 85 % of the sale →
It’s free, fast, and reaches local buyers today.
Tips to boost margin
- Shop bulk-trash week—free pieces mean pure upside. Reddit
- Pick solid wood or mid-century styles; buyers pay more. Emily Henderson
- Stage clear, bright photos; fast photos cut sell time to about a week on Facebook or Asherfield. Reddit
FAQs
How much profit can I expect per flip?
Part-time sellers often pocket $100–$300 each time; full-timers can hit four-figure months. RedditJungle Scout
What’s a good margin goal?
Shoot for 40-60 % profit after every cost; seasoned sellers sometimes reach 85%+. Jungle Scout
How should I price my labor?
Many new flippers use $25–$40 an hour; high-demand pros value time at $100+ when sales are steady. Reddit
How long does furniture take to sell?
Well-shot, on-trend items move in 5–7 days on local marketplaces. Reddit
What hidden costs do beginners miss?
Truck fuel, small hardware, sanding pads, and listing fees often slip through the cracks—add every penny to your sheet. AngiU-Haul International
Next steps
- Master sofa flips next. Open our couch-flipping guide for step-by-step tips on cleaning, pricing, and moving sofas fast.
- List your finished piece and keep 85 %. Post it on Asherfield today—local buyers see fresh listings first, so acting now can shave days off your sale window.
