Business idea · E-commerce
Artificial Christmas Tree Lot
Artificial Christmas Tree Lot is a retail business that sells artificial Christmas trees, leveraging the seasonality of the product by purchasing them at low prices during clearance sales and reselling them during the holiday season. It was pitched on Koerner Office in the episode "Finding Great Reselling Deals Is Easy (If You Know Where to Look) w/ Shannon Jean⏐ Ep. #201" (aired July 28, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | Finding Great Reselling Deals Is Easy (If You Know Where to Look) w/ Shannon Jean⏐ Ep. #201 |
| Aired | July 28, 2025 |
| Category | E-commerce |
| Real companies on the episode | Costco, Advanced Auto Parts, Blackstone, QVC, GovDeals |
The problem it solves
This business fills the gap for consumers looking for affordable Christmas trees and mitigates the problem of returns after the holiday season by providing a dedicated retail space for easy access.
How it makes money
This would primarily be a one-time purchase model where customers buy trees outright, potentially supplemented by additional holiday-themed items.
Skills you need
Retail management, marketing, customer service, and inventory management skills are essential for running this business successfully.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of online shopping has shifted consumer behavior toward seeking convenient purchasing options for seasonal items. A viable first-revenue move could involve listing products on platforms like Facebook Marketplace, targeting local community groups where holiday shoppers congregate. However, a significant constraint is the initial capital required for inventory acquisition during off-season clearance sales, which may strain cash flow before the peak selling period.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Costco
A membership warehouse club that offers a wide selection of merchandise, including groceries and seasonal items.
- Advanced Auto Parts
A retailer specializing in automotive parts and accessories.
- Blackstone
A brand that produces outdoor griddles and cooking equipment.
- QVC
A television network specializing in televised home shopping, allowing customers to purchase products directly from broadcasts.
- GovDeals
An online auction platform that sells surplus government property, including a wide range of items.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner
Episode: Finding Great Reselling Deals Is Easy (If You Know Where to Look) w/ Shannon Jean⏐ Ep. #201
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.