The Benefits of a Garage Sale
The Benefits of a Garage Sale
A yard sale is a great way to get rid of unwanted items, make extra money, and even bring the neighborhood together. Do you ever find your garage, attic, or bedroom full of items you don't use? A yard sale is the perfect way to get rid of the extra stuff and find a new home for your things.
If you end up selling items you no longer use, it frees up space in your home. In this blog, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about hosting a garage sale. We’ll discuss planning, pricing, and selling day.
Why Should You Hold a Garage Sale?
When you conduct a garage sale, there are plenty of advantages you may not be aware of. Here are some advantages you should consider:
- Sorting: Arranging unwanted items in your home could give you space back.
- Additional Income: Arranging unwanted items lets you sell them when the time comes around to sell them.
- Environmentally Friendly: By selling the items, you are prolonging that product's life cycle and making it last for years to come.
- Community Engagement: When you host a garage sale you seek to people you would may have never engaged with in your local community.
Sometimes, rooms like your garage are so full that it's hard to walk through or park your car. Another situation that comes up is if your closets and pantry are overflowing, it's time to consider doing a garage sale. A garage sale is a simple yet effective way to get paid for cleaning your home. Any items you wish to keep and be stored in a storage unit for future use.
Preparing for Your Garage Sale
When you finally decide if doing a garage sale is the right choice for you, you can follow these steps to get started:
a. Organizing Your Items
Go into your home and sort out items you no longer need. When doing so make it items to sell, donate, and keep. If you are not ready to part with some belongings, consider storing them. StorPlace Self Storage offers storage units to give you back space in your home and relieve stress.
b. Set A Date
If you are choosing a date, you most likely would want to be during the weekend. This ensures that the majority of the public will be able to attend the sale. If the weekend does not work try setting the sell time from 5 pm and onwards. This lets people come by as they’re coming home from work. Check the weather and avoid scheduling holidays, as people tend to spend that time doing something else. If you have neighbors who wish to do a garage sale, consider making one giant garage sale with your neighbors.
c. Gathering Supplies For The Sell
For garage sales, you will need tables, racks, and boxes to display your items. Make sure you have some spare change in case people bring large bills. And have every item in a rounded amount so you won’t have to deal with coins. If you want to avoid physical currency, you could print out your QR for any financial institution that accepts money over the Internet.
Pricing Your Items for Success
When you are putting a price on items, take note that the items there should be cheaper than if someone could purchase the same thing online. Keep in mind:
- Fair Pricing: Look on Facebook MarketPlace for similar items you may have and look at the price
- Discounting in bulk: If you want more items to go quicker, consider selling items cheaper in bulk.
If you’re not sure if an item will sell, offer a low price to get people interested.
Advertising Your Garage Sale
Effective advertising is essential to attract more customers. Here’s how to spread the word:
- Flyers On Street Post: Post flyers in your neighborhood. Use posters on stop signs or pop up signs to get your message across.
- Social Media: You are able to share that you are planning to do a garage sale on social platforms.
- Online Listings: Use Craigslist or local garage sale apps to list your sale.
Including pictures of higher-cost items like furniture or electronics can increase interest. Be sure to mention any unique items to draw in specific buyers.
What To Do With Unsold Items
You’ll likely still have some items left at the end of your garage sale. Here are some of your best options:
- Donate: Take unsold clothes, toys, and appliances to donation centers.
- Recycle: If you plan to dispose of old electronics, make sure to throw them away in their correct bin.
- Storage Unit: If you have items that are worth a bit more or items you wish to keep, consider buying a storage unit.
StorPlace Self Storage offers flexible storage solutions that can help you keep items safe and organized until your next sale or event.
StorPlace Self Storage
At StorPlace Self Storage on Charlotte Ave, Nashville, we offer a variety of storage units perfect for decluttering before or after your garage sale. Whether you need a temporary space for unsold items or a long-term solution for seasonal belongings, StorPlace has you covered.
