The short answer: yes. The long answer: yes, and it’s kind of complicated. There are obvious things that can’t be sold at yard sales, of course, like regulated weapons and other illegal items. Other technicalities, however, are a little bit more difficult to navigate. Let’s break down what these illegal yard sale items might look …
Is There Anything That Is Illegal to Sell At A Yard Sale? Read More »
The garage sale: our favorite national tradition to stand the test of time. From what seems like the dawn of time, people have been setting up antiques and dusty items outside of their homes, happy to trade their used items for some neighborly interactions and some useful stacks of cash. Except, of course, for one …
Ah, the yard sale. A community event that brings together the whole neighborhood, helps some get rid of unnecessary clutter and helps others stumble onto new findings. From researching appropriate prices to picking the perfect date, there are plenty of important steps to take before hosting a successful yard sale. Just as important as the …
How Much Petty Cash Should Be On Hand At A Yard Sale? Read More »
If you’re anything like us, you have a soft spot for vintage and antique items. Whether it’s because you just love furniture from a certain era, or you like to turn a profit, we don’t blame you! That being said, wanting to make money off of vintage items and actually doing so are two different …
Have Vintage Items? Here’s How You Can Make Money Selling Vintage Goods Read More »
Spring’s right around the corner, and while you might not have gotten the chance to hibernate…it certainly looks like the clutter in your home did. We’ve been there! Spring cleaning is a seasonal passion that gets into all of us at one point or another, but the problem always comes up: where does the clutter …
Spring Cleaning Made Easy – How Yard Sales Can Help You Declutter Read More »
Whether it’s a new yard sale pickup or just a piece you have laying around, staining a dresser is a great way to bring some life into the piece and into the entire room. Staining isn’t a difficult process, and just about everyone can handle it, but it is important to know the steps before …
They say you’ll never work a day in your life if you do what you love. If it weren’t for taxes, we might just agree! While work will always be work, however, we can certainly agree that it’s a lot more enjoyable if your work is also your passion. So, if your passion is antiquing …
4 Steps to Turn Antiquing And Restoration Into A Business Read More »
Buyers and sellers of used goods all over can have a tough time juggling all of the similar and regional terminology. At the end of the day, all we want to do is get together with our communities and help each other get rid of some old stuff, and fall in love with some cool …
What Is The Difference Between A Flea Market And A Garage Sale? Read More »
Yard sales are not just wonderful places of communities, but they’re portals through time. You can find a practically brand-new set of golf clubs next to a couch from the 60’s and a coffee table from a century ago. Especially after shows like Pawn Stars, people are particularly excited to find old and valuable items …
The yard sale: a decluttering wonder. Whether you’re about to move across state lines, about to graduate college, or just need to make some space in your house, the yard sale is a great way to quickly let go of lots of items, and make a pretty penny while you’re at it. That being said, …
