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Want to pick up cooking and avoid going out to eat for every meal? A great place to find the right supplies for the job is at estate sales. There is no telling how much skillets, pots, pans, and cooking utensils could cost if you tried to buy everything all at once. Cast iron cooking […]

Are you a collector of newspaper articles, magazines, or books? Estate sales may be your best place to find your next prize piece. Many people store old literature in their basements, attics, or garages and often forget about them.  Therefore, when all of these things are rediscovered you could be the first to sift through […]

Antique and collector toys are easy to find at many of our estate sales because they are something that usually are put in box in the garage after not being played with for years. They are the memories of years past and youthful innocence. Toys like porcelain dolls and collector cars are often worth the […]

Antique clocks are timeless and have been collected as people pass on family heirlooms, discover them at estate sales, or even on the internet. On the newer end of the clock spectrum there are some interesting clocks to look for like the popular Coca-Cola bottle clock and various Disney Mickey Mouse clocks. Coca-Cola bottle clocks […]

Purchasing pieces of furniture from estate sales is a great opportunity to buy quality furniture at a reasonable price. The challenge is deciphering if the piece itself is in good shape or not. Woods like mahogany and cherry are often the most valuable and continue to gain value over the years. Look for pieces that […]

Mid-Century Danish furniture has sweeping lines, beautiful accents, and loads of personality in each square inch. Collectors from around the world try to get their hands on these pieces and many will pay any price to get the exact item they want. This furniture was generally not mass-produced and then only in small runs. Be […]

It can be challenging to quickly differentiate white gold and silver quickly while shopping at an estate sale, but there are some tips that can help you make the right choice and pay the right price for the treasure that you are looking to buy! There are many factors and selling points that play into […]

Many people think they can do without basic household tools when they move to the city or they need to get the equipment for their latest hobby brand new, whether it is hiking, camping, scrap-booking or cooking. Estate sales are not just for those looking for antiques or a specific work of art; remember all […]

Spring is a sellers’ market and a perfect time to have an outdoor event. Statistics show that items sell for more profit as people prepare for their summer ventures, and it seems to be a perfect time to do some spring-cleaning. The Four Sales team can assist you in preparing your valued treasures for an […]