https://bbsradio.com/talkshow/junk-refund-show en-us Copyright 2026 Alan Cook doug@bbsradio.com (Douglas Newsom) doug@bbsradio.com (Douglas Newsom) Sun, 21 May 2023 21:06:49 CDT Sun, 21 May 2023 21:06:49 CDT BBS Radio, BBS Network Inc. https://bbsradio.com/sites/default/files/bbs_radio_talk_shows/banners_2/junk-refund-show-image.jpg https://bbsradio.com/talkshow/junk-refund-show false episodic Douglas Newsom doug@bbsradio.com BBS Radio, BBS Network Inc. junk-refund-show-with-alan-cook, junk-refund-show, alan-cook, clutter-and-junk, junk-refund, declutter-your-garage, declutter-your-relationships, how-to-make-some-extra-money, extra-baggage, fascinating-world-of-junk, junk-removal-experience 1-800-Junk-Refund helps people declutter their homes and businesses with the unique option of getting some cash back! Our radio show, Junk Refund Show, takes it one step further by helping you get the clutter and junk out of your life as well! Listen each week as we help you not only declutter your garage, but we help you declutter your relationships as well! Not only can we help you clean out your dresser drawers, we can help you clean out that extra baggage you are carrying around your waistline too! Not only can we help you find that extra change that is fallen down into the cracks of your couch, but we can also give you some tips on how to make some extra money in your life! Join us as we explore that fascinating world of junk removal both inside and outside of your home, using interesting guests, 20 years of junk removal experience, and an upbeat and optimistic outlook on life! Business Society & Culture Places & Travel yes f230c250-bf24-487a-af49-732d19c14ac4 Junk Refund Show, April 23, 2026 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:00:00 CDT https://bbsradio.com/podcast/junk-refund-show-april-23-2026 junkrefund@gmail.com (Author) junkrefund@gmail.com (Author) from-clutter-to-cash, the-next-generation-of-junk-removal, 1-800-junk-refund, why-pay-to-dump, get-paid-to-declutter, not-all-junk-is-junk, treasure-hunting, scrap-metal, cash-hidden, identifying-hidden-value false Business Society & Culture 00:58:35 https://bbsradio.com/podcast/junk-refund-show-april-23-2026 Junk Refund Show, April 23, 2026 Junk Refund Show, April 16, 2026 $20 are listed for sale. 35% Client Share 65% Service Fee Field Notes and Wins 💎The $910 Jewelry Find Recovered from a small glass bowl in a kitchen desk during a cleanout; converted to cash for the client. ✈️The $2,000 Commute Alan made $2k by delivering furniture and doing a pickup on the way to/from the airport for a $58 flight. #Sustainability #Adventure #MarylandBiz #Entrepreneurship "Make your life an adventure... the purpose of this show is not only to get junk out of your home, but out of your life." 250th Anniversary Special $250 Half Truckload (Reg. $395) 1-800-JUNK-REFUND | Rockville, MDBBS Radio TV • Every Thursday 3PM ET Introduction In this episode of the Junk Refund Show, host Alan J. Cook, founder of 1-800-JUNK REFUND, explores the innovative "refund" model of junk removal. Beyond business logistics, Cook shares personal stories of spiritual adventure, travel efficiency, and the profound impact of community service on decluttering one's life. Detailed Summary The "Junk Refund" Business Model The core philosophy of 1-800-JUNK REFUND is that "not all junk is junk." Unlike traditional haulers who dump everything, this service follows a four-pillar approach: junking actual waste, recycling metals, donating usable items for tax receipts, and selling high-value items. For any item sold for over $20, the customer receives a 35% refund of the sale price, while the company retains 65% to cover labor and logistics. This model has returned tens of thousands of dollars to customers who otherwise would have paid for simple disposal. The 1-800-JUNK REFUND Process JUNK Dispose of waste RECYCLE Metals and Wire DONATE Get Receipts SELL 35% Cash Back "Not all junk is junk." — Alan J. Cook Real-World Success and Reputation Cook illustrates the value of their "treasure hunt" approach through a recent job for a former FBI employee's parents. While clearing a 40-year-old home, the team discovered a small glass bowl of jewelry that others might have tossed; it was appraised and sold for $910, resulting in a significant refund for the client. This commitment to honesty and value has earned the company a 4.83/5 rating on Groupon, representing a 97% customer satisfaction rate across over 500 reviews—one of the highest in the industry. Travel, Efficiency, and Spiritual Adventures Alan Cook views life as an adventure, recently traveling to San Salvador to visit one of the 215 operating LDS temples. By leveraging ultra-low-cost flights (a 58 Frontier Flight) and integrating business into his travel logistics, he managed to turn a weekend trip into a $2000 profit. He achieved this by delivering furniture on the way to the airport, booking a new job for his return, and picking up a jewelry sale check—demonstrating that professional efficiency can fund personal passions. The "Airport Profit" Strategy ✅ Outbound: Delivered furniture to Fairfax on the way to Dulles ($250). ✅ Inbound: Completed an $850 hauling job in Potomac immediately after landing. ✅ Bonus: Collected a $910 check for a previously sold jewelry item. Total Weekend Earnings: $2,010 (while visiting El Salvador) Community Service and Life Decluttering The show concludes with a focus on "getting the junk out of your life" through service. Cook recounts volunteering to direct traffic for a neighbor's high-profile security event in DC, which led to new friendships and a strengthened community bond. 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