6 Common Garage Sale Mistakes That Are Losing You Money

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6 Common Garage Sale Mistakes That Are Losing You Money
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A garage sale is an exciting way to clean out and pare down while also finding a new life and a fresh purpose for your beloved items. At the same time, it can be a major headache from start to finish.

To help you navigate the dos and don’ts of hosting your own garage sale, Bob Lang, president of Blue Moon Estate Sales, shares the pitfalls to avoid.

1. Skipping Promotion

Getting the proper foot traffic at your garage sale is paramount to a successful event. Lang suggests a mix of both sharing information about the sale online and placing signage in high-traffic areas near its location. One benefit of using a professional team for this is that they already have an existing following.
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