Garage Sale Tools (2024)

FAQs

How do I make my garage sale stand out? ›

Place signs at every entrance to your neighborhood, and include arrow signs at every turn. Don't clutter your signs by listing your address and everything you're selling because drivers won't be able to read it. A large, simple "Yard Sale" sign with the date and an arrow pointing the way works best.

A good rule of thumb is that tools in excellent condition will sell for 85 percent to 95 percent of the original cost, good tools 75 percent to 85 percent, average tools 50 percent to 75 percent. Below-average and poor-condition tools rarely command more than 35 percent of the original price.

"The StickerPrice app has been a game changer! I will never go back to the traditional way I run my rummage sale.

The most sold item in the world is clothing and fashion items. This ranges from women's and men's outfits to children's clothing, shoes, accessories, and more.

A general rule of thumb is to price gently-used items at about 50-75% of their original price. Of course, this depends on the item's condition and how long you've had it. For items that are more worn or have been with you for a while, aim for 20-50% of the original price.

Sales comparison method

In the sales comparison method, an appraiser determines the equipment's value by researching the market for similar new and used equipment, and seeing what it has sold for. They may make adjustments for the equipment's age, condition, remaining useful life and other factors.

Set a discounted price for each new item based on its original retail price and current market value. A common approach is to price new items at 25% to 50% off the original retail price, depending on factors like brand, demand, and condition.

NAME YOUR PRICE: In general, expect records to be $1 apiece at an estate sale, although I've seen them for as little as $. 25 and as much as $75 for highly collectible albums. It never hurts to offer less—at worst, they say 'no' and you pay full price.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings are usually the best time to hold a successful garage sale. Consider scheduling your sale on the first weekend of the month—when people have just gotten paid and haven't spent all their fun money yet.

Start posting online ads and hanging flyers, and a few days before the sale, tell everyone you know about it in person and on your social media. Call it something catchy but simple, such as "Shannon's Huge Sale!" or "Friends' Ultimate Group Sale!" so your sale stands out.

What money should you have for a garage sale? ›

Many experienced sellers recommend having $100 in cash for your garage sale. Not only is this a good amount to get your sale started, but it also makes it easy to calculate your profit quickly.

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While setting up a charity garage sale, Jennifer Shannon discovers a body in the attic of a nearby home. Using her eye for detail, as well as her experience with antiques and murder, Jennifer puts together clues that help catch a killer.