If you’re relocating, it’s always a good idea to host a garage sale before calling the movers. Whether you want to simplify packing by downsizing or you plan on purchasing new decor and furniture, you’ll undoubtedly come across items that don’t have to make the move with you. Having a successful garage sale is a great way to get rid of those items and even make some money in the process.

How to Have a Profitable Garage Sale

1. Advertise the Date & Time

Once you pin down the logistics for your garage sale, you’ll want to advertise it wherever you can to ensure a good turnout. Thanks to various community apps and social media forums, it’s possible to let hundreds—or even thousands—of people know about your garage sale without spending a dime. Ultimately, the more people who know about the sale in advance, the more customers you’ll have on the big day.

2. Give Everything a Price Tag

People are far more inclined to purchase something when they know how much it costs. If the price isn’t obvious, they may hunt you down to ask how much you want for the item, or they might just put it down and walk away. If you don’t have time to put a price sticker on all of your items, group them by cost and hang large signs that clearly state the various prices over each display. 

3. Bundle Related Items

Bundling your belongings is perhaps the most effective way to get rid of all the items you no longer want. For example, instead of selling books for $1 each, bundle them by genre in groups of five and ask for $5 per bundle. If each bundle includes just two or three books that catch a buyer’s eye, you’ll be able unload all five in a single transaction. To help items sell even faster, consider offering them individually for one price and bundled for a discount (six books for $5, for example). 

When you’re ready to pack up what’s left after the garage sale, turn to C&J Relocation Services, LLC. Based in Cambridge, MN, these licensed movers serve residents within a 100-mile radius. For more than 15 years, they’ve been the area’s most trusted movers because they treat each client’s belongings as if they were their own. Visit their website to learn more about all of their reliable packing and moving services, or call (612) 382-3970 to schedule your relocation.