5 Things In Your Home That Could Be Worth A Fortune By 2030
Finance guru reveals 5 Things In Your Home That Could Be Worth A Fortune By 2030
Jill Schildhouse Fri, October 10, 2025
Before you toss out that old tech or childhood toy, an investment pro says these everyday items could be worth thousands within the decade.
An investment expert is urging Americans to dig through their attics and garages—because some of what’s gathering dust could fund their retirement by 2030.
Adam Koprucki, founder of Real World Investor, says many people are unknowingly sitting on collectibles that are appreciating faster than traditional investments. “Most people throw away items that could pay for their retirement in just a few years,” he says. “The truth is, certain everyday objects sitting in your home might be worth more than your stock portfolio by 2030.”
Koprucki points to vintage tech, pop-culture collectibles, and nostalgia-fueled memorabilia as the next frontier for investors. The U.S. collectibles market hit $62 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to $83.7 billion by 2030, according to data from Grand View Research.
1. Vintage tech
First-generation Apple products are leading the charge. “Original Apple products continue their rise in popularity among collectors,” Koprucki explained. “The first iPhone, released in 2007 for $499, now sells for more than $20,000 sealed in its box—and could easily surpass $50,000 by 2030.”
2. Toys, comics, and trading cards
From Star Wars action figures to Pokémon cards, nostalgia remains a gold mine. Koprucki says sealed Transformers toys from the 1980s can reach $20,000, while first-edition Harry Potter books that once cost under $20 now fetch over $50,000. Condition is everything—mint items in original packaging can be worth ten times more than used versions.
3. Vintage video games