For many people, there is nothing more exciting than spending some time at an estate sale. From the many items for sale to the atmosphere, you can’t think of a better way to spend your afternoon.

If this sounds familiar, you may be seeking a few tips to boost your productivity at estate sales. After all, there is a big difference between visiting one of these events and making a purchase.

Here are three tips for being more productive at estate sales:

·      Know what you’re looking for. You don’t have to be shopping for something in particular, but if you are you should know what it is. For example, you may be interested in buying china and/or silverware. With this guiding you, you’ll know exactly where to start your search.

·      Set a budget. You can’t be productive if you don’t know how much money you can afford to spend. It would be a dream come true to have an unlimited budget, but most people don’t find themselves in this position.

·      Always keep your eyes open. You never know when you’re going to find that perfect item, so being productive means keeping your eyes open at all times. When you lose your focus, this is when you miss out on something that’s perfect for you.

So, there you have it. When you follow these three tips you’ll find it much easier to be more productive when shopping an estate sale.