How to Sell Household Items When Moving

When preparing for a move, it is a good idea to take an inventory of your belongings and decide what really needs to come with you to the new house. For instance, some furniture may not fit in the new space, you may have clothes that haven’t been worn in years, or your children might have toys that they no longer play with. By selling these items, not only will you reduce the amount of packing you need to do, but you can also recoup some of the cost of the move. Here are some ideas for selling belongings before a move:

• Hold a garage sale – Perhaps the most well-known way of getting rid of unwanted items is to hold a garage sale. The key to a successful garage sale is to place multiple signs in high-traffic areas near your home about a week or so before the garage sale, this way your neighbors will be aware of it. You can also post on community message boards online, as well as in local businesses to spread awareness.
• Use social media – Social media sites such as Facebook are becoming an increasingly popular way for people to sell goods. It is a win-win for everyone, because buyers can search for exactly the item they need, and sellers can attract buyers from neighboring cities. This way you can also sell items at times that are convenient to you in the weeks leading up to your move, unlike a garage sale that only spans a few hours.
• Bring items to a consignment store – Items that are still in good condition, such as furniture that won’t fit in your new house, or clothes that your kids have outgrown, could be sold at a consignment store. Depending on the store, some will give you money upfront for the items, and some will give you a percentage of the profit once the item has sold.

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