How Can I Start Messing with PCs Without Being Able to Buy One?

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Hey everyone! I’m a 15-year-old who loves tinkering with PCs, but I’m kind of stuck. I want to get into building and flipping PCs, but I currently don’t have another PC to work on besides my own. I’ve checked with family and friends, but no one’s got spare PCs lying around, and I haven’t had any luck with free ads. I’m also a bit hesitant to post on Facebook Marketplace. I really want to flip budget PCs, starting from cheap parts, but I can’t afford to buy any parts to get going. I can’t get a part-time job yet since I’m only 15, and doing chores for money isn’t really an option. Any suggestions on how I can work around these hurdles? Thanks a ton!

1 Answer

GamerDude42 -

I get where you’re coming from, but it sounds like you’re in a tough spot. Instead of trying to flip PCs right now, why not focus on learning as much as you can about building and repairing? Maybe save up a bit or wait until your family can help you buy some entry-level parts. Once you build your first PC successfully, you’ll learn a lot by troubleshooting and optimizing it. Sell that once you’re comfortable, and then you can reinvest the profits into more projects!

PixelProwler88 -

I agree! It’s all about learning the ropes first. You’ll gain so much experience from building your own before jumping into flipping. Just take your time!

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