When it comes to sales, some people just can't help themselves. They see a good deal and they go all in, purchasing way more than they could ever possibly need. And in many cases, they end up selling the excess online for a profit.

Now, there's nothing wrong with taking advantage of a sale. But when you're buying so much of something that you end up having to sell it off just to get rid of it, that's when it becomes a problem.

And what's worse is when you intentionally nab so many items at a discount only to resell them for twice what you paid for them initially.

As it turned out, such has been the case for some Big W customers who take advantage of the retailer's massive markdowns to make a profit of their own.

One shopper has taken to Facebook to call out the 'greedy' behaviour, claiming that some people purchase large quantities of Bonds products at Big W at steep discounts, then resell them online for higher prices.

The woman asked in her post: 'I get we all like bargains. But can we not be so greedy?'

One Melbourne shopper took to Facebook to call out other customers who hoard discounted items and sell them online for a higher price. Credit: Facebook.​

She then claimed that she had seen 'people grabbing all of the clearance Bonds and then reselling it for $20-40' from two Big W stores located in the western suburbs of Melbourne.

The shopper also alleged that she nearly got into physical altercations with customers who grabbed the marked-down items out of her hand in two 'unacceptable and uncomfortable' incidents at the various stores.

'I get that's what some people have to do in these times but if you see a mum walking or just a person in general with a pram, can you not rush past them and then snatch from their hands when they go to pick something up?' she added.

'Nearly had a punch on. Twice. Totally unacceptable and very uncomfortable.'

Other Big W customers who had been affected by the incidents shared the shopper's upset, with many taking to the comment section to share their experiences.

One mum wrote: 'I know how you feel. I have also walked in and not been able to buy anything for my baby.'

Another person concurred that due to the same in-store behaviour, her local Big W has never had any goods.

'Kinda sucks when all I needed was a couple and other people are just buying them to make money off of it,' the user shared.

Another agreed: 'All I've seen is the Bonds buy-swap-sell pages with people selling HUGE AMOUNTS of the clothing for heaps more.'

The post has ‘hit the nerve’ for some shoppers who said they experienced the same thing. Credit: AAP.​

Many criticised the 'disgraceful' behaviour and said it wasn't exclusive to Bonds products.

One user pointed out: 'It's not even Bonds, it's anything. It honestly makes me wild that people think it's ok to take 20 of an item and clear out the shelves if they have no actual use for it.'

The post has also sparked demands for Big W to impose restrictions on specific sales items.

One user suggested: 'They really need to have limits, it's crazy.'

A Big W representative confirmed that the retailer has imposed product limits for essential items.

The spokesperson explained: 'We love providing our customers with great value options through our clearance events as we make way for new season ranges.'

'We currently put product limits in place for essential items when required and encourage customers to shop these clearance offers while stock lasts.'

It is understood that some people are just doing these things to earn some profit from them, given that many are trying to make ends meet. However, this practice is a bad idea for several reasons.

First, it's unethical. You're essentially taking advantage of the fact that someone else is willing to pay more for an item than you are. Second, it's not a sustainable business model. Eventually, the people who are selling items for more than they paid will run out of customers. And third, it's just plain old greedy.

If you're able to find a good deal on an item, great! But don't try to turn around and sell it for a profit. It's not worth it in the long run.

Have you encountered similar situations before? Share your stories with us in the comments below!

 

[Suzanne rose]

I've seen this many many times and there is one word , sorry two words GREEDY and SELFISH

If I see a good bargain I will buy for myself and also for my kids if I know they will like it.

But to take the whole ammount just to sell isn't right.

I know shops do this because they want to clear it out but I'm sure if it's that good that someone wants all of it then it will be cleared out also by a number of customers not just one selfish one

 

[Geronimo 2022]

When it comes to sales, some people just can't help themselves. They see a good deal and they go all in, purchasing way more than they could ever possibly need. And in many cases, they end up selling the excess online for a profit.

Now, there's nothing wrong with taking advantage of a sale. But when you're buying so much of something that you end up having to sell it off just to get rid of it, that's when it becomes a problem.

And what's worse is when you intentionally nab so many items at a discount only to resell them for twice what you paid for them initially.

As it turned out, such has been the case for some Big W customers who take advantage of the retailer's massive markdowns to make a profit of their own.

One shopper has taken to Facebook to call out the 'greedy' behaviour, claiming that some people purchase large quantities of Bonds products at Big W at steep discounts, then resell them online for higher prices.

The woman asked in her post: 'I get we all like bargains. But can we not be so greedy?'

One Melbourne shopper took to Facebook to call out other customers who hoard discounted items and sell them online for a higher price. Credit: Facebook.​

She then claimed that she had seen 'people grabbing all of the clearance Bonds and then reselling it for $20-40' from two Big W stores located in the western suburbs of Melbourne.

The shopper also alleged that she nearly got into physical altercations with customers who grabbed the marked-down items out of her hand in two 'unacceptable and uncomfortable' incidents at the various stores.

'I get that's what some people have to do in these times but if you see a mum walking or just a person in general with a pram, can you not rush past them and then snatch from their hands when they go to pick something up?' she added.

'Nearly had a punch on. Twice. Totally unacceptable and very uncomfortable.'

Other Big W customers who had been affected by the incidents shared the shopper's upset, with many taking to the comment section to share their experiences.

One mum wrote: 'I know how you feel. I have also walked in and not been able to buy anything for my baby.'

Another person concurred that due to the same in-store behaviour, her local Big W has never had any goods.

'Kinda sucks when all I needed was a couple and other people are just buying them to make money off of it,' the user shared.

Another agreed: 'All I've seen is the Bonds buy-swap-sell pages with people selling HUGE AMOUNTS of the clothing for heaps more.'

The post has ‘hit the nerve’ for some shoppers who said they experienced the same thing. Credit: AAP.​

Many criticised the 'disgraceful' behaviour and said it wasn't exclusive to Bonds products.

One user pointed out: 'It's not even Bonds, it's anything. It honestly makes me wild that people think it's ok to take 20 of an item and clear out the shelves if they have no actual use for it.'

The post has also sparked demands for Big W to impose restrictions on specific sales items.

One user suggested: 'They really need to have limits, it's crazy.'

A Big W representative confirmed that the retailer has imposed product limits for essential items.

The spokesperson explained: 'We love providing our customers with great value options through our clearance events as we make way for new season ranges.'

'We currently put product limits in place for essential items when required and encourage customers to shop these clearance offers while stock lasts.'

It is understood that some people are just doing these things to earn some profit from them, given that many are trying to make ends meet. However, this practice is a bad idea for several reasons.

First, it's unethical. You're essentially taking advantage of the fact that someone else is willing to pay more for an item than you are. Second, it's not a sustainable business model. Eventually, the people who are selling items for more than they paid will run out of customers. And third, it's just plain old greedy.

If you're able to find a good deal on an item, great! But don't try to turn around and sell it for a profit. It's not worth it in the long run.

Have you encountered similar situations before? Share your stories with us in the comments below!

Was only talking about people that feel ‘entitled’, and it is not only the kids!

 

[Stanier123]

When it comes to sales, some people just can't help themselves. They see a good deal and they go all in, purchasing way more than they could ever possibly need. And in many cases, they end up selling the excess online for a profit.

Now, there's nothing wrong with taking advantage of a sale. But when you're buying so much of something that you end up having to sell it off just to get rid of it, that's when it becomes a problem.

And what's worse is when you intentionally nab so many items at a discount only to resell them for twice what you paid for them initially.

As it turned out, such has been the case for some Big W customers who take advantage of the retailer's massive markdowns to make a profit of their own.

One shopper has taken to Facebook to call out the 'greedy' behaviour, claiming that some people purchase large quantities of Bonds products at Big W at steep discounts, then resell them online for higher prices.

The woman asked in her post: 'I get we all like bargains. But can we not be so greedy?'

One Melbourne shopper took to Facebook to call out other customers who hoard discounted items and sell them online for a higher price. Credit: Facebook.​

She then claimed that she had seen 'people grabbing all of the clearance Bonds and then reselling it for $20-40' from two Big W stores located in the western suburbs of Melbourne.

The shopper also alleged that she nearly got into physical altercations with customers who grabbed the marked-down items out of her hand in two 'unacceptable and uncomfortable' incidents at the various stores.

'I get that's what some people have to do in these times but if you see a mum walking or just a person in general with a pram, can you not rush past them and then snatch from their hands when they go to pick something up?' she added.

'Nearly had a punch on. Twice. Totally unacceptable and very uncomfortable.'

Other Big W customers who had been affected by the incidents shared the shopper's upset, with many taking to the comment section to share their experiences.

One mum wrote: 'I know how you feel. I have also walked in and not been able to buy anything for my baby.'

Another person concurred that due to the same in-store behaviour, her local Big W has never had any goods.

'Kinda sucks when all I needed was a couple and other people are just buying them to make money off of it,' the user shared.

Another agreed: 'All I've seen is the Bonds buy-swap-sell pages with people selling HUGE AMOUNTS of the clothing for heaps more.'

The post has ‘hit the nerve’ for some shoppers who said they experienced the same thing. Credit: AAP.​

Many criticised the 'disgraceful' behaviour and said it wasn't exclusive to Bonds products.

One user pointed out: 'It's not even Bonds, it's anything. It honestly makes me wild that people think it's ok to take 20 of an item and clear out the shelves if they have no actual use for it.'

The post has also sparked demands for Big W to impose restrictions on specific sales items.

One user suggested: 'They really need to have limits, it's crazy.'

A Big W representative confirmed that the retailer has imposed product limits for essential items.

The spokesperson explained: 'We love providing our customers with great value options through our clearance events as we make way for new season ranges.'

'We currently put product limits in place for essential items when required and encourage customers to shop these clearance offers while stock lasts.'

It is understood that some people are just doing these things to earn some profit from them, given that many are trying to make ends meet. However, this practice is a bad idea for several reasons.

First, it's unethical. You're essentially taking advantage of the fact that someone else is willing to pay more for an item than you are. Second, it's not a sustainable business model. Eventually, the people who are selling items for more than they paid will run out of customers. And third, it's just plain old greedy.

If you're able to find a good deal on an item, great! But don't try to turn around and sell it for a profit. It's not worth it in the long run.

Have you encountered similar situations before? Share your stories with us in the comments below!

If you have a business buying and selling the Big W is just one supplier. We don’t live in a communist world. If someone buys and sells to feed their family I support their ingenuity and hard work.
Big business does this constantly taking with different suppliers to get the best deal. They use sales as loss leaders to get you in the shops. Sales are used to get rid of surplus stock . Whether it be fashion, food with limited use by date or changing in a supplier. That’s business.

Shops are not a charity or some social support system. They are there to make a profit for owners and shareholders. In these times too many businesses have gone under. Owners houses are on the line as they mortgage properties to start up.

The price of an article is what you have to pay to get it.

 

[Luckyus]

When it comes to sales, some people just can't help themselves. They see a good deal and they go all in, purchasing way more than they could ever possibly need. And in many cases, they end up selling the excess online for a profit.

Now, there's nothing wrong with taking advantage of a sale. But when you're buying so much of something that you end up having to sell it off just to get rid of it, that's when it becomes a problem.

And what's worse is when you intentionally nab so many items at a discount only to resell them for twice what you paid for them initially.

As it turned out, such has been the case for some Big W customers who take advantage of the retailer's massive markdowns to make a profit of their own.

One shopper has taken to Facebook to call out the 'greedy' behaviour, claiming that some people purchase large quantities of Bonds products at Big W at steep discounts, then resell them online for higher prices.

The woman asked in her post: 'I get we all like bargains. But can we not be so greedy?'

One Melbourne shopper took to Facebook to call out other customers who hoard discounted items and sell them online for a higher price. Credit: Facebook.​

She then claimed that she had seen 'people grabbing all of the clearance Bonds and then reselling it for $20-40' from two Big W stores located in the western suburbs of Melbourne.

The shopper also alleged that she nearly got into physical altercations with customers who grabbed the marked-down items out of her hand in two 'unacceptable and uncomfortable' incidents at the various stores.

'I get that's what some people have to do in these times but if you see a mum walking or just a person in general with a pram, can you not rush past them and then snatch from their hands when they go to pick something up?' she added.

'Nearly had a punch on. Twice. Totally unacceptable and very uncomfortable.'

Other Big W customers who had been affected by the incidents shared the shopper's upset, with many taking to the comment section to share their experiences.

One mum wrote: 'I know how you feel. I have also walked in and not been able to buy anything for my baby.'

Another person concurred that due to the same in-store behaviour, her local Big W has never had any goods.

'Kinda sucks when all I needed was a couple and other people are just buying them to make money off of it,' the user shared.

Another agreed: 'All I've seen is the Bonds buy-swap-sell pages with people selling HUGE AMOUNTS of the clothing for heaps more.'

The post has ‘hit the nerve’ for some shoppers who said they experienced the same thing. Credit: AAP.​

Many criticised the 'disgraceful' behaviour and said it wasn't exclusive to Bonds products.

One user pointed out: 'It's not even Bonds, it's anything. It honestly makes me wild that people think it's ok to take 20 of an item and clear out the shelves if they have no actual use for it.'

The post has also sparked demands for Big W to impose restrictions on specific sales items.

One user suggested: 'They really need to have limits, it's crazy.'

A Big W representative confirmed that the retailer has imposed product limits for essential items.

The spokesperson explained: 'We love providing our customers with great value options through our clearance events as we make way for new season ranges.'

'We currently put product limits in place for essential items when required and encourage customers to shop these clearance offers while stock lasts.'

It is understood that some people are just doing these things to earn some profit from them, given that many are trying to make ends meet. However, this practice is a bad idea for several reasons.

First, it's unethical. You're essentially taking advantage of the fact that someone else is willing to pay more for an item than you are. Second, it's not a sustainable business model. Eventually, the people who are selling items for more than they paid will run out of customers. And third, it's just plain old greedy.

If you're able to find a good deal on an item, great! But don't try to turn around and sell it for a profit. It's not worth it in the long run.

Have you encountered similar situations before? Share your stories with us in the comments below!

There are terms for people with this mentality, one is greedy bastards.

 

[Tervueren]

This is so mean and selfish, people only considering themselves making a quick buck and neglecting all of the many other customers who want and can only afford to purchase the cheaper items! My female Doctor (much to my disgust) happily informed me how she had purchased her blouse for only $2 at the local Op Shop!!!! All I could think of was that there were so many other ladies who desperately need these stores, and here she is, earning well over 300K and shopping at an Op Shop! On the other hand, she told me how happy she was that she could help contribute to the recycling of clothes and how it helped reduce the landfill situation.... so taking everything into account, how do YOU feel about Op Shopping? and the people who shop regularly there??

 

[Stanier123]

There are terms for people with this mentality, one is greedy bastards.

Or smart business minded people. Trading has been a method of earning a living since Adam was a boy. If you want something that bad go and get it first. Big W is not a social service.

 

[Suzanne rose]

There are terms for people with this mentality, one is greedy bastards.