When you’re selling your home and moving it’s time to declutter. Removing clutter makes it easier to stage your home so it’s more appealing to potential buyers. And getting rid of that clutter before you settle into your new place makes moving so much easier. Who wants to pack and move boxes of things you no longer need? Here are some great tips on how to sell all that stuff for top dollar. Who knows – you may make enough to pay for your entire move!
Host a yard sale
Everyone loves a great yard sale. Hosting a big moving sale before you leave is an efficient way to get rid of all those things you no longer need. Be sure to give yourself enough time to organize and price all of your items before the big day. Let your neighbors know you’re having a sale. They may want to join in on the fun. Neighborhood garage sales attract even bigger crowds. Don’t be afraid to lower prices throughout the day. Remember – you don’t want to take any of this stuff with you to your next place.
Take your stuff to a consignment store
If you don’t want the hassle of organizing a yard sale, then a consignment store can be a great choice for you. Consignment stores do all the work for you and take a percentage of the profit. The types of items that are appropriate for consignment stores include clothing, accessories, and furniture.
Trade in electronics
If you have older electronics you no longer need, then you can trade them in for money or gift cards. There are many places out there where you can trade-in your electronics, including Amazon, Apple, Best Buy, eBay, and Nextworth. The kinds of electronic devices that are suitable for these trade-ins include cameras, game consoles, phones, tablets, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and computers.
Sell online
There are so many places to sell secondhand goods online that you can move your stuff quickly this way. Craigslist is one of the most well-known places to sell your stuff. But there are many others out there including LetGo, OfferUp, Facebook Marketplace, eBay, Poshmark, Nextdoor, and Chairish, just to name a few.
Tell your friends
Want to know one of the easiest ways to sell your stuff? Simply let your friends and family know what you have for sale. Chances are you know someone who has been eyeing that amazing lamp in your foyer. Let them know it’s for sale, and that you’ll give them a good price to act fast. You can send out an email to friends and family or post a few things on social media. This can be a win-win situation for all parties.
Plan a “raid my closet” party
Finally, another quick way to unload your unwanted stuff is to host a “raid my closet” party for friends and family. Invite people over to your house and let them choose what they’d like to buy from you before you move. Give it a party atmosphere with some good music, food, and drinks. By the end of the night, you will have seriously lightened your load.
