By displaying some of your most interesting items at the end of the driveway, you’ll lure more shoppers than if you just placed a cardboard sign there. Sale items should be organized according to price or grouped logically if they are part of a collection on a series. Hang clothing from a real clothesline or a makeshift one made from rope hung between two trees or ladders. Each article of clothing should have its own hanger. Glassware or other loose items can be neatly arranged on tables. Be sure prices are prominently displayed to avoid confusion. Price tags are widely used, but signs with prices can be taped to tables. Avoid overcharging for items.
Be Willing to Barter
Many yard sale shoppers know what they want and the price they want to pay for it. Be flexible with pricing. Part of the fun of buying second hand goods is haggling over the final price. Shoppers may even buy more from a seller who is willing to negotiate.
Watch Your Money
Never leave your money unattended. Even yard sales attract some dishonest shoppers, so keep your money within eyesight at all times. If this isn’t possible, wear it on you in a fanny pack or purse. When multiple sellers are involved in one sale, it’s best to keep profits separate for each one. Keeping a detailed record of each person’s sale will help. Have plenty of change on hand in the form of small bills and a few larger.
By following these tips, sellers can expect a good return on their investment of time and effort – not to mention a clutter-free home.