Hosting a great garage sale: a checklist that sells
From pricing stickers to clear listing photos that help shoppers plan a stop.
Photos do the heavy lifting
Clear photos help shoppers decide whether a stop fits their route. Shoot in daylight, group items by category, and photograph your best pieces individually. Your first photo is your storefront - make it the table you're proudest of.
Price everything (or almost everything)
Unpriced items create hesitation, and hesitation kills sales. Use simple price points and a visible half-price rule for the final afternoon. Highlight your standout items on your listing with individual prices so serious buyers come for them.
Confirm your sale each morning
Shoppers plan routes around current information. Tap 'Confirm open' on your dashboard each sale morning so the listing's live status stays accurate.
Think about the last hour before you start
Decide up front what happens to unsold items: donation pickup, free box at the curb, or pack-up for next season. A plan for the end makes every pricing decision during the day easier.