Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is an estate sale?
An estate sale is a professional sale of household items, antiques, furniture, and collectibles, often conducted during life transitions such as downsizing, relocation, or settling an estate. If you think an estate sale is right for you, contact us today!
2. Do I need to have a full home to conduct an estate sale?
While you don’t need a completely full home for an estate sale, we typically require that homes be about 80% full to ensure a successful event. The more items you have, the better! A well-stocked sale attracts more buyers and creates a better shopping experience. Homes with too few items often struggle to draw in shoppers, leading to lower turnout and fewer sales. A variety of items increases interest and can drive higher profits.
3. How do I know if an estate sale is right for me?
Estate sales are a great way to sell the contents of a home, providing a simple and efficient solution for homeowners. They allow you to clear out a home quickly without the hassle of managing individual sales. Professional estate sale services take care of everything—from organizing and pricing to running the sale—making the process easy and stress-free for you.
4. How does the estate sale process work?
Our process includes:
- Consultation: We assess your items and discuss goals.
- Staging: We professionally arrange your belongings for sale.
- Marketing: We advertise to attract buyers.
- Sale Day: Shoppers browse and purchase items.
Payout: Upon the conclusion of your sale, you totals will be calculated and a check will be mailed to you via UPS within 6 business days.
5. How long does the entire process take?
Typically the entire process from signing your contract to the completion of your sale can last one week to one month. Usually we allow 1-2 days for setup and staging with the sale itself lasting 2-3 days. For larger estates, a 4-day sale may be necessary.
6. Do I need to be present during the set up and sale days?
While we completely understand how personal this process is, for the sake of keeping everything running smoothly, we kindly ask that the homeowner isn’t present during the set up and sale days. It can unintentionally slow things down or become emotional, and we want to make sure things go as efficiently and stress-free as possible. We’ll treat everything with care and respect, and of course, keep you updated along the way
7. How are items priced?
Our team of experts researches current market values to price your items competitively. This ensures fair pricing that attracts buyers while maximizing your profits.
8. When will I receive payment?
Your payout check will be mailed within 6 business days after the completion of the sale.
9. Are there any upfront costs?
No, there are no upfront costs. Our services are based on a straightforward percentage structure, which is outlined in our contract.
10. What types of items do you sell?
We can sell almost anything in the home, including furniture, antiques, art, jewelry, collectibles, tools, outdoor items, kitchenware, and more. Our wide range of buyers have varying interests and needs, ensuring there’s a market for almost any item. If you’re unsure about an item’s value, we’ll evaluate it during the consultation
11. What happens to unsold items?
We provide our clients with referrals to trusted charitable donation partners and clean out service partners.
12. Who Can Attend Our Estate Sales?
Our sales are open to the public, and we welcome everyone to shop for unique treasures. Follow us on social media or subscribe to our mailing list to stay updated on upcoming sales.
13. Do you serve areas outside Atlanta?
Yes, we serve the Greater Metro Atlanta area, including Alpharetta, Roswell, Milton, Buckhead, Sandy Springs, Marietta, East Cobb, Vinings, Smyrna, Johns Creek, Woodstock, Kennesaw and more. Contact us to inquire if we service your area.
14. How can I schedule a consultation?
Call us at 404-259-7249 or complete a request on our website.
