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 Now that you’ve done all of that spring cleaning, you probably have piles of
 stuff to get rid of. Here are some tips and tricks for a successful sale.

  • sort your items by category, such as books, kitchen ware, toys etc.

  • pick a date and an alternate rain date just in case

  • advertise in your local paper, including the date, time and place of sale

  • clean and polish those items that need it

  • price your items in advance, with stickers or use a grease pencil on glass
    and ceramic

  • post flyers in the neighborhood

  • enlist a friend or family member to help; it’s fun but tiring

  • start the day with small bills and change

  • keep your cash box out of sight

  • have old newspapers and plastic bags on hand for wrapping purchases

  • keep an extension cord nearby for testing small appliances or lamps

  • start early - 8:00 a.m. is typical but eager buyers will be hovering about
    before that

  • be prepared for bargain hunters and slash your prices by midday

  • whatever you don’t sell should be dropped off at your local
    Salvation Army or Goodwill store – DON’T PUT IT BACK IN THE
    GARAGE OR BASEMENT

 

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