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FAQs

What not to sell in a garage sale? ›

Either ask the seller if they can lower the price or feel free to make an offer. However, don't suggest too low a price. The seller may take offense and stick to their original cost. For example, recommending $15 or $18 for a $20 item is perfectly acceptable, whereas an offer of $5 may be considered offensive.

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.

Whether you're clearing out your attic, decluttering your closets, or simply looking to make some extra cash, pricing your items effectively is key to a successful garage sale.

The average ROI of a garage addition is 64% to 81%, which equates to an estimated $20,000 to $35,000 addition on your home value. Buyers like having a garage to park their car in, especially in nastier climates. Not only will a garage add value to your home, but it will also likely make the home easier to sell.

What is the best garage sale day? ›

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.

Get two rolls of quarters, a stack of 50 $1 bills, 10 $5 bills, and 5 $10 bills. Do it two days before the sale so that, if you forget, you can still get the change on the day before.

Post your garage sale flyers around the neighborhood a few days before the yard sale. Make sure to place them in high-traffic areas like marts, parks, office elevators, and churches so people will see them. You can also ask your friends and family to help out.

Most sellers will make a counteroffer with a price that's higher, but still below their list price, because they're afraid of losing the potential sale. They want to seem flexible and willing to negotiate to close the deal.

Stuffed animals have similar hygiene concerns as some other kids' items. Plus, most parents feel inundated with stuffed animals already. So, consider leaving smaller ones in a free box and mark the rest to move. The lower your price (maybe 50 cents), the better the chance of offloading them.