What is An Estate Sale?
What Is an Estate Sale?
An estate sale is more than just a sale—it’s a way to honor a home’s history while helping families navigate life’s transitions. Unlike a garage sale that includes only select items, an estate sale offers the full contents of a home to the public. Whether due to downsizing, moving, divorce, financial changes, or the passing of a loved one, estate sales provide a practical and respectful way to manage belongings while ensuring treasured items find new homes.
Who Needs an Estate Sale?
Estate sales are ideal for individuals and families going through major life transitions. Whether you're closing a chapter, making a fresh start, or handling the estate of a loved one, our compassionate team ensures a smooth, stress-free process.
What Are the Costs?
Our fees are typically 40% of total sales, covering our professional setup, pricing, and management. Basic setup is included at no extra charge, though excessive cleaning or trash removal may require additional fees.
How Do We Advertise?
We take care of everything to ensure a successful sale. Our marketing includes Facebook, Instagram, EstateSales.net, YouTube, email lists, and our extensive network. Standard advertising is included, with optional add-ons for extra promotion if desired.
How Does NEAT|EST Run a Sale?
We handle everything from start to finish—cleaning, organizing, pricing, and staging. Shoppers are free to browse, hold items, and make purchases at checkout. Large items can be marked as sold, and while we accept offers, items may be purchased by another buyer at full price. We maintain a professional, welcoming atmosphere and ensure every sale runs smoothly and respectfully.Do You Provide Sales Logs?Yes! We carefully log every sale and provide clients with a detailed record of transactions. If a full itemized inventory is required, we offer this service for an additional fee through our Point of Sale (POS) system.
FAQ:
Q: How many days do you think it will take to set up? A: We prefer a two-week timeframe for advertising, and the setup duration varies based on factors like house size, the extent of cleaning/trash removal, and the quantity of items.
Q: What is your commission? A: Our commission is typically 40% of the sale, subject to variations based on factors such as valuation, additional preparation needs, and unique circumstances.
Q: Are there fees besides your commission? A: Generally, no. However, possible additional fees may include excessive cleaning, trash removal, dumpster fees, and extra advertising beyond our standard channels.
Q: How long after the sale will I be paid? A: You can expect payment within 5 business days after the completion of the sale.
Q: Do you have an appraiser on staff or access to one? A: We have an extensive network that includes an appraiser for various items, including antiques and collectibles.
Q: How do you advertise? A: Our advertising channels include Facebook (groups, events), Instagram, YouTube, our professional network, our email list, TikToc, and expertly placed signage.
Q: How many people do you generally have staff at a sale? A: Typically, we allocate one staff member per floor and an additional one for a detached garage if checkout cannot be managed outside.
Q: How will my home be left? Broom Clean, Empty, etc? A: The condition in which your home is left depends on the agreed-upon contract and the preferences of the estate.
Q: Do you pre-sell or allow people early entry? A: We only permit pre-sales for items deemed challenging to sell within the sale's limited timeframe. Early entry is not allowed, but certain items may be pre-sold under specific circumstances.
Q: Do you charge sales tax? A: No, we do not charge sales tax.
Q: Do you have any sales coming up that I could visit to see how your sales are conducted? A: Feel free to check our website or contact us for information on upcoming sales that you can visit.
Q: How many days will the sale itself be? A: The duration of the sale typically ranges between 3-4 days, depending on the contents of the estate.
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