{"id":1810,"date":"2024-01-29T07:35:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-29T11:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=1810"},"modified":"2024-01-29T08:55:15","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T12:55:15","slug":"moving-sale-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/moving-sale-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Organize a Garage Sale Before Moving Out"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"690\/445\" width=\"690\" height=\"445\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/moving-sale.jpg\" alt=\"How to organize a garage sale\" class=\"wp-image-41756 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/moving-sale.jpg 690w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/moving-sale-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><figcaption>Looking for a bargain? Follow the arrows.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hl-block\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Highlights\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Organizing a garage sale before moving out makes a lot of sense \u2013 you\u2019ll get rid of the things you don\u2019t need and you\u2019ll earn some cash in the process.<\/li><li>When having a moving sale, your aim should be to make the upcoming yard sale as successful (understand profitable) as possible.<\/li><li>Follow these 11 steps (plus 8 bonus moving sale tips) to learn the best way to hold a moving yard sale.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-7134ec\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\" style=\"display:block;\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Classify_and_Catalog\">Step 1. Classify and catalog<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Organize_Your_Moving_Sale\">Step 2. Decide where to set up your sale<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Decide_when_to_hold_your_moving_sale\">Step 3. Decide when to hold your moving sale<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Get_a_permit_if_necessary\">Step 4. Get a permit (if necessary)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Prepare_your_items_for_sale\">Step 5. Prepare your items for sale<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#_Price_your_items_wisely\">Step 6. Price your items wisely<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Spread_the_Word_Around\">Step 7. Spread the word around (Advertise)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Display_your_items_in_a_tidy_and_systematic_manner\">Step 8. Display your items in a tidy and systematic manner<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Make_the_area_attractive\">Step 9. Make the area attractive<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Ensure_safety\">Step 10. Ensure safety<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Be_a_smart_seller\">Step 11. Be a smart seller<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Bonus_Moving_Sale_Tips\">Bonus Moving Sale Tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve lived in your home for many years, the chances are you will have accumulated a whole lot of stuff along the way &#8211; and when the time comes to move house, the question of what to do with all of them will be a truly difficult one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may not want to part with many of your old items &#8211; even outdated or useless ones &#8211; for sentimental reasons. When you think about it though, you\u2019ll realize that taking all your stuff to your new home will cost you a lot of time, effort, and money &#8211; and will add unnecessary clutter to your new life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, instead of just relocating all your earthly possessions, you need to assess the value of every individual item and decide if it is worth moving to your new place. Then, you need to decide what to do with the things you\u2019re not taking along.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many ways to <a href=\"\/move\/get-rid-of-unwanted-items\/\">get rid of unwanted items when moving<\/a>, but holding a moving yard sale is your most profitable option &#8211; it will not only make your relocation cheaper and easier but will actually bring you some cash. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A moving sale is probably the easiest and most efficient way to transform your unnecessary items into much-needed money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To have a really profitable and problem-free moving garage sale, however, you\u2019re going to need a smart plan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read on to find out how to organize a successful garage sale and put some extra cash in your pocket before your big move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Classify_and_Catalog\">Step 1. Classify and catalog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/for-sale.jpg\" alt=\"Decide what to keep and what to get rid of before moving.\" class=\"wp-image-31256 lazyload\" width=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/for-sale.jpg 600w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/for-sale-300x216.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption>Decide firmly on what exactly you&#8217;re ready to part with.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Your first task when planning a moving sale is to sort and organize the items you intend to sell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Go through all the items hidden in your attic, basement, and garage, stored in boxes and closets, stacked away in dark corners and under furniture, etc. &#8211; assess the practical, financial, and sentimental value of every single object and set aside for sale any items that are still in good condition but aren\u2019t worth moving to your new home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>things you use only on rare occasions;<\/li><li>duplicate items and extra items;<\/li><li>gifts and souvenirs that have no particular monetary or sentimental value;<\/li><li>decorations and art you don\u2019t really like;<\/li><li>knick-knacks that have no special meaning to you;<\/li><li>clothes and shoes that don\u2019t fit properly, aren\u2019t suitable for the weather in your new area, or you haven\u2019t worn in over a year (as well as children\u2019s clothes and shoes that are out of size);<\/li><li>old magazines, posters, CDs and DVDs you once enjoyed but no longer care about;<\/li><li>books you don\u2019t really love;<\/li><li>children\u2019s books, textbooks, comic books, etc. which all your family members have outgrown;<\/li><li>toys and playthings not appropriate for your kids\u2019 age;<\/li><li>musical instruments, sports equipment, craft materials, and other hobby items and specialty equipment no one is interested in anymore;<\/li><li>tools you will not need in your new home (for example, a lawn mower if you\u2019re moving into an apartment);<\/li><li>furniture, appliances, kitchenware, and anything else that won\u2019t fit well in your new home and your new life.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/take-throw-when-moving\/\">How to Decide What to Keep and What to Throw Away When Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve made your decision, make a detailed list of the items that are going for sale. Be sure to mark the corresponding price &#8211; and the minimum amount you\u2019re willing to take for the item &#8211; as well (<em>you can find detailed tips on how to price your things for maximum profit later in the text<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The improvised catalog will come in really handy during the moving sale when you will have to answer millions of questions and deal with countless discount requests (not to mention that price tags may just fall out and get mixed up). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will be easy to keep track of everything sold by simply crossing out the respective item. You can even compare the money you expected to gain and the actual profit you made after all the discounts and special offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Organize_Your_Moving_Sale\">Step 2. Decide where to set up your sale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you going to have a garage sale or a yard sale? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the weather allows it and you have enough space, it would be better to set up your sale in your yard &#8211; the event will be more noticeable, it will be easier to display your items, and there will be ample room for people to walk around and look at your goods. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just make sure the grass has been recently cut and the area is safe (<em>see below for details<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you expect bad weather or don\u2019t have appropriate yard space, you will need to host the moving sale inside your garage. It may be a good idea to display some larger items up and down the driveway to attract people to come in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Decide_when_to_hold_your_moving_sale\">Step 3. Decide when to hold your moving sale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/moving-sale-time.jpg\" alt=\"Saturday is considered the best day to hold a garage sale.\" class=\"wp-image-31259 lazyload\" width=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/moving-sale-time.jpg 600w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/moving-sale-time-300x217.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption>Calendar, calendar on the wall, which is the best moving sale day of them all?<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When is the best time to hold a garage sale? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is best to set the date during the first weekend of a month, just after payday when people still have plenty of money to spend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though Saturday is considered to be the best day for a successful garage sale, a weekday may be the better choice if you intend to attract people who are randomly driving by your property (you will be able to benefit from the heavy traffic) or if you\u2019re selling mainly children\u2019s stuff (it is statistically proven that stay-at-home mothers are not likely to spare time shopping during the weekend when their husbands are home).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no rules as to what time should a garage sale start but it is a good idea to start early in the morning (<strong>8 a.m. or 9 a.m.<\/strong>) so that you have the whole day for your sale and finish at about 5 p.m. so that you have enough time in the late afternoon to put everything back in order when the sale is over.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Get_a_permit_if_necessary\">Step 4. Get a permit (if necessary)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you need a permit to hold a yard sale? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It depends on the area where you live &#8211; you need to contact the local authorities regarding any regulations and restrictions related to holding a garage sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, if you will need to reserve some parking space for your visitors, arrange that in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Prepare_your_items_for_sale\">Step 5. Prepare your items for sale<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dusty items and wrinkled clothes aren\u2019t going to sell well &#8211; in order to gain maximum profit from your unneeded belongings, you need to make them shine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clean thoroughly any electric devices and old kitchenware, wash and iron clothes, polish wooden surfaces, etc. &#8211; the better your items look, the more profitable your pre-move garage sale will be!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/move-stuff-or-sell-it-before-moving\/\">Sell It or Move It &#8211; What to Sell Before Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Price_your_items_wisely\">Step 6. Price your items wisely<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When holding a moving sale, you want to make as much money out of your unneeded items as possible, of course, but your primary goal is to get rid of those items prior to your move &#8211; you need to price your things so they sell:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Do research <\/strong>on the market value of the items you\u2019re going to sell &#8211; consider selling your old belongings at 25%-50% of the retail price (depending on the demand for the specific object and its current condition);<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/priced-items.jpg\" alt=\"Be smart when pricing your items for a moving sale.\" class=\"wp-image-31266 lazyload\" width=\"475\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/priced-items.jpg 600w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/priced-items-300x246.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption>An item is worth as much as you can sell it for.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Determine <\/strong>the lowest price you\u2019re willing to see an item for and then add 10%-20% to have a buffer for bargaining;<\/li><li><strong>Be sure <\/strong>to provide some really good bargains in order to attract many visitors to your sale, but do not underprice well-preserved and valuable pieces;<\/li><li><strong>Be careful<\/strong> not to underestimate the value of antiques, rare objects, vintage items, or high-quality products.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Spread_the_Word_Around\">Step 7. Spread the word around (Advertise)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Regardless of how desirable or precious the items on your moving sale may be, you won\u2019t make a profit unless plenty of people come to see them. So, be sure to plan a crafty advertising strategy, especially if you have a lot of stuff for sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But how to advertise a moving sale? You have several good options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Word of mouth<\/strong> \u2013 tell your friends, neighbors, and colleagues about the upcoming sales event (do not forget to mention a special bargain) and ask them to tell their acquaintances. The rumor will spread quickly and will bring you many visitors on the designated day;<\/li><li><strong>Internet<\/strong> &#8211; Share details about your garage sale on Facebook and Twitter, place a photo of a desirable item (with its low price attached) on Pinterest, use specialized websites like <a href=\"https:\/\/boston.craigslist.org\/d\/garage-moving-sales\/search\/gms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Craigslist<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.garagesalestracker.com\/sale\/manage\/intro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Garage Sales Tracker<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yardsalesearch.com\/sale\/manage\/intro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yard Sales Search<\/a> to advertise the event, etc.;<\/li><li><strong>Local newspapers<\/strong> &#8211; An advertisement in the local newspaper will traditionally yield good results as everyone from your city looking for such an opportunity will know the time and the place of your moving sale;<\/li><li><strong>Signs and posters <\/strong>&#8211; Creating a number of durable signs and\/or posters is, of course, a must. Place them in strategic places in the neighborhood, as well as on busy roads nearby a few days before the sale. Use <strong>BIG BOLD LETTERS<\/strong> on a bright background to make your posters stand out and make the signs big enough to allow even drivers passing by at a high speed to catch the important information. Try to come up with interesting, creative designs that will attract attention, but be consistent \u2013 use the same color and the same handwriting and style of letters on all your signs and posters.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/yard-sign.jpg\" alt=\"Moving sale ads should be creative and appealing.\" class=\"wp-image-31272 lazyload\" data-aspectratio=\"350\/475\" width=\"350\" height=\"475\"\/><figcaption>Be an artist when it comes to good advertising methods.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever garage sale advertising method you choose, make sure you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li>clearly designate the day, time and address of the sales event;<\/li><li>whet people\u2019s appetite by including appealing pictures and\/or listing highly desirable goods;<\/li><li>make the text witty to provoke talk and laughter \u2013 you\u2019ll hit the bull\u2019s eye!<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, be sure to place arrow signs on every corner in your neighborhood so that potential customers can easily follow the route from the main road to your driveway and your moving sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Display_your_items_in_a_tidy_and_systematic_manner\">Step 8. Display your items in a tidy and systematic manner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When the moving sale day comes, you will need to do your best in order to achieve a safe and profitable event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how to have a moving sale?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some efficient garage sale tips to help you out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The easier it is for people to see your goods, the better they will sell:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Group like items together<\/strong> \u2013 When goods are arranged by their type, it is easier for people to find exactly what they\u2019re interested in and it is certain that they will not miss something in the large pile of miscellaneous items. When your potential customers get what they have been looking for, they will have the time to look at the other merchandise and be tempted to buy more;<\/li><li><strong>Lay smaller objects on tables or shelves<\/strong> so they are clearly seen and easily accessible. (If you don\u2019t have enough tables in your home, you can borrow some from neighbors and friends.);<\/li><li><strong>Hang clothing items <\/strong>\u2013 Messy clothes in overflowing boxes will discourage people from even looking through your garments &#8211; be sure to put any clothes you have for sale on hangers so they look presentable and can be easily examined;<\/li><li><strong>Arrange books, magazines, CDs, and DVDs<\/strong> so the titles are visible;<\/li><li><strong>Price items individually<\/strong> &#8211; it will take time but it will make things easier (customers won\u2019t need to ask the price &#8211; many people find that annoying &#8211; and you won\u2019t need to answer the same question every two minutes). Put the price on top of an item (use masking tape or stickers) so it\u2019s clearly visible &#8211; keep in mind that bigger items need bigger price tags. <\/li><li><strong>Group same-priced items together<\/strong>. If you have a number of items that all cost the same price, consider putting them all in a box (or on a separate table) and put a sign <em><strong>All items in this box\/on this table &#8211; $1<\/strong><\/em> rather than marking each item individually;<\/li><li><strong>Put away items that are not for sale<\/strong> &#8211; or at least, cover them and place large NOT FOR SALE signs.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/charing-atmosphere.jpg\" alt=\"Use efficient garage sale tips and tricks to make the most out of the sales event.\" class=\"wp-image-31277 lazyload\" width=\"360\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/charing-atmosphere.jpg 390w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/charing-atmosphere-195x300.jpg 195w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px\" \/><figcaption>The more charming your possessions, the more money in your pocket.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Make_the_area_attractive\">Step 9. Make the area attractive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The longer people stay at your garage sale, the more likely they are to buy something (and even if they don\u2019t, having a crowd will attract more crowd). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, try to create a welcoming atmosphere that will make people relax and will prompt them to hang around for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lure passers-by to the moving sale by placing attractive items at the bottom of your driveway and near the yard entrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, add charm to the event \u2013 place pretty flowers here and there, tie up some colorful balloons, play relaxing background music, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Ensure_safety\">Step 10. Ensure safety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A good garage sale is tidy, welcoming, and SAFE &#8211; make sure you take every possible precaution to avoid accidents and mishaps during your sales event:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Remove all obstacles and potential dangers<\/strong> from your property on the day of the yard sale &#8211; you don\u2019t want a visitor to trip and fall or to accidentally hurt themselves;<\/li><li><strong>Keep your pets away<\/strong> &#8211; they may get scared by so many unknown people coming and going from your property, may run away and get lost, may get hurt, or may even hurt someone. Besides, a large dog barking at the visitors may discourage them from coming into the yard &#8211; some people are afraid of dogs;<\/li><li><strong>Be careful <\/strong>to prevent your possessions from being scattered or damaged by customers;<\/li><li><strong>Keep valuable items within sight<\/strong>. Make sure you have at least two family members or close friends to help you oversee things \u2013 small items tend to mysteriously disappear during a yard sale;<\/li><li><strong>Protect your money<\/strong> &#8211; Use a fanny pack to keep the money (it will be more convenient than a cash box and easier to keep safe from thieves), be careful not to pull a big wad of bills out when making change, and take large amounts of cash inside the house;<\/li><li><strong>Prevent access to the house<\/strong> \u2013 lock the doors and do not let strangers inside the house.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Be_a_smart_seller\">Step 11. Be a smart seller<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To make the most out of your moving sale, you\u2019re advised to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Be polite and friendly <\/strong>&#8211; welcome visitors, make them feel comfortable, keep the mood light, smile a lot, and don\u2019t lose your temper when faced with irritating situations;<\/li><li><strong>Be proactive <\/strong>\u2013 greet visitors as they arrive at your yard sale so that they know who\u2019s in charge, talk with people, point out the positive aspects of items, tell jokes and funny stories, spark curiosity \u2013 run the show in person!<\/li><li><strong>Be ready to bargain<\/strong> &#8211; negotiate, make discounts, and offer last-minute deals. You are under no obligation to bargain, but people will expect you to &#8211; and it is to your advantage to do so. You want to sell everything, not get your stuff back into your house at the end of the sale;<\/li><li><strong>Sell in bundles<\/strong> &#8211; this will help you get rid of several things at once and the buyers will feel satisfied that they managed to strike a bargain. Say, they have purchased all four chairs for 200 dollars when each of them costs 60. Good for them, right? Good for you to get rid of the entire set, as well;<\/li><li><strong>Prepare plenty of change<\/strong> &#8211; start with at least $100 in coins and small bills;<\/li><li><strong>Take cash only <\/strong>&#8211; otherwise, you risk getting a bad check.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/cut-moving-costs\/\">How to Cut Moving Costs and Expenses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Bonus_Moving_Sale_Tips\">Bonus Moving Sale Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s some bonus advice on how to organize a garage sale before moving out&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/successful-moving-sale.jpg\" alt=\"Hold a successful garage sale.\" class=\"wp-image-31280 lazyload\" width=\"475\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/successful-moving-sale.jpg 600w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/successful-moving-sale-300x254.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption>Safe, cheerful, and profitable yard sale? Yes, you can do it!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li><strong>Keep <\/strong>your inventory list at hand and promptly cross out any sold item;<\/li><li><strong>Have <\/strong>a trash can available to keep the area clean and presentable;<\/li><li><strong>Prepare <\/strong>a long extension cord so that people can test out electrical items or power tools;<\/li><li><strong>Have <\/strong>some batteries for testing small electronic devices, toys, etc.;<\/li><li><strong>Prepare <\/strong>plastic bags, paper bags, and\/or boxes of different sizes to give to the people who have purchased multiple items;<\/li><li><strong>Prepare <\/strong>some old newspapers (or a few stacks of packing paper) to wrap any fragile items for your customers;<\/li><li><strong>Have <\/strong>a calculator so that you can easily add up the total without any calculation errors.<\/li><li><strong>Consider <\/strong>preparing a FREE box (fill it with things you really want to get rid of) to spike up the interest in your moving sale.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the day, lock any remaining items home (you can <a href=\"\/move\/where-to-donate-used-items\/\">donate them to charity<\/a> or give them away to friends) and take your family out for dinner!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Provided that you have followed this comprehensive garage sale guide, you will feel exhausted but very, very satisfied with your well-organized and profitable selling experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only will you have made some extra money, but you will have made your move simpler (there will be fewer items to pack, load, unload, and unpack) and cheaper (the fewer items you have for moving, the smaller the relocation costs will be). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a profitable sale and a successful move!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-movers\/\">How Much Does It Cost to Hire Movers?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Highlights Organizing a garage sale before moving out makes a lot of sense \u2013 you\u2019ll get rid of the things you don\u2019t need and you\u2019ll earn some cash in the process. 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