Reselling | A Father-Son Reselling Side Hustle with Scuba Steve

A side hustle can bring in extra money—and sometimes, it becomes something you share with the next generation. This week on The Truth About Reselling, we’re joined by Steve Swenson, aka Scuba Steve (Tiktok/Instagram) who runs a landscaping business and resells on the side. After years taking a break from selling, it was his son’s interest in vintage clothing that brought him back. What started as taking his son thrifting grew into separate resale businesses—and eventually, a combined operation. Today, they source together, his son helps with inventory and shipping when his schedule allows, and Steve handles much of the day-to-day selling. For Steve, reselling is both a way to connect with his son and a business he hopes will provide extra income in retirement. It’s also a chance to pass along practical lessons about spotting value, managing money, and doing the work behind a sale. We talk about: • Getting back into reselling through his son’s interest in vintage. • Building a side hustle alongside an established landscaping business. • Sharing the work while balancing school, sports, and other responsibilities. • Setting a purpose for your extra income, from travel to retirement. • Keeping inventory organized and making the most of limited listing time. • Buying selectively so your money doesn’t get tied up in unsold stock. Whether you’re looking for extra income or something entrepreneurial to share with your kids, Steve’s story shows how a side hustle can evolve alongside your family. We hope you enjoy the episode.