There’s no better way to declutter than a good old-fashioned yard sale.
Do People Still Throw Yard Sales?
Yes, yard sales are still popular.
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Being able to be in charge of where and when you host your sale is also an added bonus.
“Consider a joint sale with your neighbors or organize a neighborhood event,” suggests Wright.
“The more people that can help spread the word, the better.”
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Dickinson suggests contacting local secondhand groups who already value purchasing pre-owned items.
Wright also suggests using free sites like Craigslist andFacebook Marketplacefor self-promotion.
The more specific you might get, the better.
Also, ensure that your day-of signage is noticeable and easily readable.
In Wright’s opinion, having cash is better than dealing with leftovers.
Pricing Items Too High
One major takeaway that all three of our experts mentioned was pricing.
Marking your items to sell is key.
After a day of selling, the last thing you want is to deal with a pile of items.
Having funds in hand by pricing items reasonably is a much better option.
