estate sale

While some people visit an estate sale for the atmosphere, most are looking to make a purchase. Depending on what you buy, you may find it difficult to get the item home. This is never an issue when you purchase small items such as china, records, or a lamp. Conversely, if you purchase a large […]...

Typically, estate and yard sales can be great money-making ventures. If you’re lucky, a great find can make you thousands for just a small investment. Finding the best items, knowing when to fix them up for resale, and understanding how to draw down the greatest dollar can make this a lucrative job. But understanding inherent […]...

Most people understand that an estate sale and garage sale are entirely different. However, this leads to a variety of misconceptions. For example, some believe that you need a special invitation in order to attend an estate sale. This simply isn’t true (most of the time). Generally speaking, estate sales are open to the public. […]...

You continually think about scheduling an estate sale. You have visited these events in the past. You have experienced what it has done for others. But for some reason, you’ve yet to move forward. Once you pinpoint what’s stopping you from planning an estate sale, you can then adjust your approach to ensure that you […]...

What do you see when you look at your home and its belongings? While you may have overlooked the benefits of an estate sale in the past, this could be something that is creeping into your mind at the present time. If you’re on the fence, if you don’t know if an estate sale is […]...

With temperatures bordering on record highs, many people are spending a good amount of time outdoors. If you find yourself visiting one estate sale after the next, you know that the heat can become unbearable at some points. Fortunately, there are a few steps you can take to stay cool, even as you search for […]...

You’re all set. You’ve finally come to the conclusion that you want to hold an estate sale. Good for you. This is a big decision and you’re closer than ever to making it happen. However, you now have a big question to answer: will you manage your own estate sale or hire a professional to […]...

When you visit an estate sale, you probably do so with the idea that you are going to make a purchase. Or at least that’s what you are hoping for. While this may be your primary goal, there is something else you can do along the way: learn! Here are three interesting things you can […]...

As you travel from one estate sale to the next, don’t be surprised if you come across a variety of memorabilia, such as autographs of some of the most famous people to ever walk the earth. It’s important that you know how to pinpoint an authentic autograph, as you don’t want to pay top dollar […]...

If you are interested in having an estate sale, the first step is the most important. This is when you decide once and for all if you’ll move forward with the event. Once you are 100 percent dedicated, it’s time to move onto a variety of other questions. By answering the following, you will soon […]...