Frequency Asked Questions
Where Do I Begin?
The first step in the process is to contact an estate sale company, share your situation and schedule an appointment. Allowing us a chance to view the home and hear about your unique situation will help us better serve you. We will work with you to find out the best plan of action.
How Far in Advance Should I Call you?
We would like you to call as soon as you believe you might need our services. We usually ask for a two-week notice but also understand that situations arise suddenly and abruptly. We often have sales lined up for several weeks in advance but by calling as soon as you are aware of your needs we may be able to fit you in at the last-minute.
Is There a Fee for the First Meeting?
Initial consultation is always free of charge.
What Happens at the First Meeting?
Once on site, we can assess and will work with you to find out the best plan of action whether that be an estate sale, a clean-out, cosignment on individual items based on what we see at the home. It is during this time that we will review the contract with you, discuss availability and answer all questions you may have.
What Will it Cost Me to Have an Estate Sale?
There is no up-front or out-of-pocket expense to you. We charge a percentage of total sales for our commission, and simply deduct that from the proceeds at the end of the sale. We also do not charge labor fees.
How Many Days will The Estate Sale Last?
The average estate sale is open to the public for 2-3 days. We could conduct multiple sale weekends for one home due to the amount of items and having to do the sales in sections. With that said, a typical estate sale can be completely set up, advertised, ran and completed within one weeks time frame.
What Will the Setup Process Be Like?
First, we set up our display tables throughout the home and re-arrange furniture to maximize retail space. We then unearth any drawers, boxes and cabinets throughout the home and clean items as necessary. From there we separate sellable from non-sellable, research antique and high valued goods and finally, affix prices to all the displayed items. Throughout the process we often find personal effects such as social security cards, bank or tax documents and other sensitive material which we set aside to be gone through by the owner of the estate.
What About Theft? What Security Measures are in Place?
Theft can be prevalent among estate sales as people think there is no surveillance within a home. We have solved this issue a few different ways: Limiting the number of customers allowed in the home at one time, glass cases for expensive jewelry and small items,strategic placement of costly items near the register for constant monitoring, extra staff moving around home to deter theft.
Do You Offer Discounts During Your Sale?
We offer discounts on the final day of a multiple day estate sale 50%
What Payment Methods Do You Accept?
We prefer cash but can accept credit cards and cash app payments
What Happens to Leftover Items After the Sale?
This is ultimately up to the client. We can assist with donating the left overs and also offer full clean out services.
Can I Live in the Home During Setup?
Unfortunately we are unable to work in a home that someone is living in.