Tips for Your Next Successful Yard Sale

Charli Burnett attends The Garage Sale featuring James Mae and Friend presented by Good Times at Davey Wayne's in Los Angeles, Calif. on August 07, 2019. Jesse Grant/Getty Images for James Mae

A successful yard sale involves hours of preparation and plenty of hard work. So does an unsuccessful sale. I’ve had both kinds and can confidently say the version that makes money is better.

If you’re ready to take advantage of warmer weather and the opportunity to declutter, consider these tips culled from experts (and bitter experience) for having a good sale.

Determine Your Goals

First, consider whether a yard sale is the right method for your goals. Yard sales and their cousins—garage, estate, moving, and tag sales—can help you get rid of stuff and raise some cash. But you can’t expect to get top dollar.