14 Garage Sale Tips & Ideas For A Successful Clean-Out

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Set the Price

It’s best if you price items individually as this will help you keep things organized. Keep prices fair and be willing to negotiate.

When it comes to bigger-ticket items, know ahead of time just how low you are willing to go. Old furniture is popular as more and more people are getting into the furniture flipping hobby. It’s worth knowing what you have, what it’s worth (or, what it’s worth for you to have it out of your house) and having an idea of the prices you’re willing to accept.

Also, consider giving a discount for buying several similar items, such as making DVDs three for $5 or one for $2. If items don’t move during your garage sale, you still might be able to sell them online or consider donating them to a thrift store.

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Offer Mystery Bags

Put all of those plastic grocery bags to good use and offer mystery bags. Mystery bags can work well with children’s clothing or small baby toys. Consider putting several items in a bag, such as a bag of children’s pants, and offer it for a set price. Just make sure to note the clothing size and gender if you go this route.

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Advertise

While you may pay a small fee, consider listing your garage sale in your local newspaper and include some of your bigger items to draw attention to your sale. There are also online places to post your sale, many of which are free, including craigslist, Garage Sale Hunter and Yard Sale Search.

If you have lots of old furniture available, it’s worth mentioning it, even including photos, in your online posts.