12 Organizing Tips for a Successful Pre-move Yard Sale

A pre-move yard sale is a great way to get rid of clutter while making some money. An upcoming move is a perfect time to decide what to bring to your new home and what to leave behind. There are several benefits of making a yard sale, from decluttering your home to earning cash and paying less for moving services. Reducing the weight of your shipment means paying less for transport, and it also means having some extra funds. If you are wondering how to make a yard sale, we’ve got your back. Carry on reading to find 12 organizing tips for a successful pre-move yard sale.

Helpful pre-move yard sale tips

Every event needs organization to be successful, and the same goes for a yard sale. Follow our tips to come up with ideas and make some profit before a moving day.

Sort out

The first thing to do is to go through your entire household and decide whether you want to take a specific item with you or leave it behind. Chances are that you will not use it in your new home if you haven’t used it in your old one, so don’t keep unnecessary belongings that will occupy space and collect dust. Decluttering is a crucial step when preparing for a move, so be diligent at this stage.

Make inventory

After separating all the things you no longer need, make a home inventory list and write all of them down. A simple method of using the pen and paper will work, but you can also use your phone or tablet and download a free inventory app. Keep in mind that belongings that you no longer like can be useful and appealing to other people, so include every undesired item. Go through all areas of your home, including attic, basement, and garage, because chances are that those areas accumulated a lot of things during the past years.

Make it tidy

Try to keep the sale as tidy as possible because it will make it easier for people who are browsing around to see something they like. To keep items organized, try to arrange them by style, purpose, or value. Before displaying them check whether they’re in good condition and clean them if necessary. The better the shape of the item − the better the price tag you can put. If there are any sharp items, make sure to secure them properly.

Create a price list

Once you have your inventory list, go through it to decide on prices for each item. Compiling a list will help you keep track and you can organize it based on style, use, pricing, or any way that works for you.

Offer a fair price

Try to keep it affordable and attach a modest price to each item. The point is to sell as many things as possible, and chances are better if things are budget-friendly.

Be ready to bargain

Yard sales are a perfect occasion to practice your bargaining skills. Be flexible with your pricing and lower the price if someone is ready to make a purchase. Don’t forget that bargaining can be fun, so you might as well get some entertainment while you’re at it.

Partner with others

Since you are already organizing an event, invite other people to join you and make a big sale. Chances are they have at least some, if not plenty of things that they no longer use, and other people would find those interesting. You can contact your friends, family, or neighbors, and collect their things. Encourage them to participate and have more stuff for sale, and that way also more people will hear about your sale.

Get a permit

There might be some restrictions or permits required for this type of event, so make sure to check in advance. You want to avoid unexpected fees, so get familiar with local requirements before the sale.

Start early

If possible, plan the sale as early in the month as possible. The first week of the month is the best time, as well as early in the morning. You will get more daylight and more hours to have your merchandise displayed. Don’t forget to find a location with a sufficient number of parking spots and easy access.

Advertise a pre-move yard sale

Get some of your marketing through word-of-mouth recommendations, advising your family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors about the upcoming sale. You can also print the flyers out, with the date, time, and location. The easiest way to advertise your sale is via social media, by posting on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

Make it pleasant

The event can be more special and successful if you put some effort to make it welcoming. Since you are moving away, this sale can be goodbye to your neighbors, so make it as nice as you can. The first thing to do is to organize it neatly and leave enough space so that customers can comfortably browse around. Include a music playlist that will lift the atmosphere (just make sure it’s not too loud for the neighborhood). Make small bites or snacks and lemonade for refreshment. It will take some time to prepare, but for sure it will make a pleasant experience for your shoppers.

Stay modest

Eventually, remember that your main goal is to get rid of things that are of no use to you anymore and to lower the cost of moving services. Don’t bring clutter to your new home. After the sale is done, donate everything that was not sold to charity or give it to someone who might use it.

Hopefully, our tips and tricks set you up for a successful yard sale. While organizing and sorting out your things, go ahead and contact Rabbit Moving and Storage for a free moving quote.