whats some good garage sale tips?

Question

Im haveing a sale tomarrow LoL i need to get to bed!

Answer 1

Whatever price will get it off your property, take it! Don't get stuck with anything left over, cuz you gotta put it away!

Hope you make tons! Good luck, Hon!

Answer 2

Be firm about your starting time.

Often, you will get antique dealers and 'professional' garage sale shoppers (the ones that buy your stuff and resell for better price on eBay) coming by in the hours before your sale, when you are setting things up.

These people will try to come in and scoop up all your really good stuff and leaving the dregs for your regular customers. Look them in the eye and just tell them you are not open until you say your are open. (Unless you don't care.)

And make sure you close your garage door if you have tools and other stuff you aren't selling. You don't need to deal with people going in there. Same with your house. Nobody is allowed inside, no matter what their reason ("just to use the bathroom.") Your valuables could be stolen.

Finally, keep one person 'on the floor' at all times, esp. around the cash box. Some people try to distract you and walk away with your goods.

Answer 3

Don't be afraid to sell an item for less than you expected, it is, afterall, a garage sale. Your biggest problem will be the inclination to hold onto old items that you never use because you won't earn the asking price. Remember the point of a garage sale is to get rid of the stuff you don't need anymore.

Answer 4

Depends on if you are having one or if you are going to them? If going to them, take a list and try to stick to it...we often buy on impulse when we go.

Now if you are having one...I'm a pro and this and can help.

First of all, advertise in your paper and then make signs....not any kind, bright neon signs (you can buy posterboard at Walmart) and make sure the lettering is black, large and easy to read. THen go and place them along the corners of your block and on two more busier roads leading to your house. Then once you have that done, price everything. Price it neatly and clearly and cheap if you really want to sell alot, make sure your tags stick or staple them on. Then organize. Toys in one area, adult clothes in another area, kids clothes in another and knick knacks on a table all by themselves. Place larger items near the driveway. The more organized you are, the better the result will be. On the day of the rummage sale, have about $30 in change...singles and quarters. Dimes and nickels only if you need them(depends on your pricing). You should also have bags available. I usually re-use grocery bags or small plastic bags. Then sit back and watch everyone go through your stuff while you rake in the cash. It's important to keep straightening while the sale goes on (in between customers), if it's a heap of clothes, chances are people aren't going to want to dig through them, if they are folded however, they will look for hours. Then mid-way through your rummage sale on the last day (if you are having more than one day) Put up another sign of 1/2 off all remaining items...Only do this if you don't want to haul this stuff somewhere to drop it off. Better to make some money, than to give it away. I have a rummage sale every year and have never made below $300 on just junk. Mostly clothes, but you'd be amazed at what people will buy! Good luck with your sale, hope this helped.

Answer 5

When people show up, be nice and make them feel welcome by asking "Hi how are you today?" Things like that. They will be more likely to buy things. Also as they walk around say things like "My, Isn't it hot today" Or "Isn't the weather great today" What ever the weather is in your area. Strike up a conversation. It makes people feel comfortable, but don't come on to strong.

Tell someone who is looking at an item that has other parts to it, such as chairs and tables or a set of dishes, "I'll give ya a great deal on that".

And when they leave tell them bye and have a nice morning, day, evening.

Selling lemonade is a great way to make extra cash too.

Answer 6

Okay I just got to say this. Make the signs visible. I can't tell you how annoying it is to see signs on posts that are written in pencil. If I can't read the sign, I can't find the sale, thus you loose the customer. Write them in a bold black marker so people can read the signs while driving. Other than that, you should be okay.

Answer 7

group items that cost the same price together.

make a big sign and put it at the nearest high traffic site near you
to draw in customers.

if you have many items like clothes that you can't price all of them make good signs so the people know how much you are asking for things.
be prepared to have ppl ask you to take even less than you want
so use your best judgement as to when to hold out for another buyer who will pay your asking price or settling for less now.

Answer 8

1) Be ready the night before (Pricing, signs up, etc..)
2) Be early. (I always get the early birds and they buy the most)
3) Price higher than your asking price, be ready to haggle
4)Signage should be very noticable and there should be tons of signs
5) Have change and bags
6) Whatever you don't sell list on craigslist in your area. You never know who's looking for that random Wonderwoman thermos.

Answer 9

Find some helpful tips here:


http://www.YardHopper.com/garagesaletips.htm

good luck.

Answer 10

Price your items a little higher than you actually want.Most people will try to talk you down.