Although the estate sale industry has been around for years, there is no governing body that establishes estate sale rules, industry regulations or estate sale guidelines for companies to follow. Professional liquidators establish their own rules and guidelines to follow, and those may even change from one sale or company to another. In this article,…Read More
With thousands of weekly estate sales going on across the country, you’re bound to run into a few that have very bad odors. An estate sale setup involves much more than staging and pricing. The goal is to make the entire home presentable, clean, and inviting for potential shoppers. From old musty smells, to mildew,…Read More
There are many factors that contribute to the success of a sale. Properly staging an estate sale for potential shoppers is one of those factors that can be quite labor intensive. Impulse purchases with shoppers account for a big chunk of consumer spending. According to a study by Marketing Support, Inc. about one-third of all…Read More
Hoarding is a serious mental disorder that manifests differently with each case. The Mayo clinic defines hoarding as “a persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions because of a perceived need to save them. Excessive accumulation of items, regardless of actual value, occurs…often creating such cramped living conditions that homes may be filled to capacity,…Read More
Taking good estate sale photos should be high on your priority list, whether you’re a seasoned liquidator or looking to start your own estate sale company. In an industry more competitive by the minute, you need to set your estate sale company apart. Investing in good estate sale photography is a start and can bring great…Read More
Estate sale contracts vary from company to company, but no matter how many sales you conduct, your contract is your most important document. In fact, your entire business—and reputation—depends on it. And while your contract should always evolve, when you’re starting an estate sale company, you just need to start somewhere. Here at EstateSales.org we recommend hiring an attorney…Read More
It’s the big day of your estate sale. If you’re new to the estate sale business, you’re still figuring out what you need to make the sale go smoothly. Even if you’re an estate sale veteran, it can be easy to forget things last minute. We compiled a check-off list of best practices for the…Read More
