Garage Sale Tips
Items to Have on Hand
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Have a tape measure available.
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Keep a cordless or cellular phone with you.
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Save bags and boxes for easy carryout.
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You should have a first aid kit available.
Preparations
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Be a good neighbor. Let your neighbors know you are planning a garage sale.
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Be ready for rain.
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Be sure to have plenty of change. Shoppers usually have large bills.
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Cover any items that are not for sale.
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Have extension cords plugged in and available for testing electrical products.
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Have fun.
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Invite friends for a fun day of socializing. It is best not to be alone.
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Make sure everything is clean and working.
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Mark prices as you go. Make sure everything is priced.
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Plan ahead.
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Set dates and times well in advance to give yourself time to get everything ready. That’s a good reason to have a friend spend the day helping.
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Find out in advance where the nearest public phone and restrooms are located.
Safety Tips
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Be careful.
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Block off access to areas of the garage you don’t want anyone to see.
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Don’t leave large amounts of cash or large bills in the cash box. Keep it locked in the house.
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Don’t let anyone into your house.
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Keep the doors to your house locked so people can not enter your house when you are distracted with a customer.
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Keep your cash box in a secure area.
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Make sure the sale area is clean and safe.
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Remind customers to park legally and not to block driveways.
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