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10 Items to Sell at a Yard Sale (and Make the Most Money)

Penny Pinchin' Mom

In this scenario, however, there’s no guarantee that your garage sale will make you good money. Thankfully, I know a way to achieve both ends: declutter your home and make money at your next garage sale. What Is a Garage Sale? It all depends on your luck and how good you are at finding the right garage sales in your area.

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My Best Garage Sale Finds

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Years ago, Mom introduced me to the idea of going to garage sales. People sell the darnedest things at their garage sales. Garage sales take time, you have to hit quite a few before you find the item you want or need. I found a scooter for $1, a dollhouse for $75 and lots of kid clothes, worn once or twice and then outgrown.

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Don’t be a Buy-It-New Snob

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Fashion changes and new or nearly new clothing gets sold at sales or donated to charity. Here is a short list of some of my favorite finds at garage, estate and thrift store sales. Outdoor bench (I refurbished it) $5. I used it for years and sold it – for $25 – last summer in my own garage sale.

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Sears Black Friday Ad 2013

Couponing 101

Jeans for the Family (Roebuck & Co, Outdoor Life, Canyon River Blues) - $12.99 Tools Craftsman 1/2 HP Chain-Drive Garage Door Opener with Wireless Keypad - $139.99 Tools Craftsman 1/2 HP Chain-Drive Garage Door Opener with Wireless Keypad - $139.99 Be sure to shop through Ebates and Earn Cash Back ! Kenmore 7.3

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Spring Cleaning Tasks to Get a Head Start On

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Even re-organizing the garage can leave you with a chill. If you plan to re-organize your closet and drawers, take the opportunity to go through your clothing and sort it into “keep”, “discard” and “donate” piles. Of course, there are some tasks that you should leave for the spring.

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9 Tips for Setting up and Settling into a New Home

Koupon Karen

It’s a place where new residents quickly feel at home, thanks to the warm, welcoming community and the endless outdoor activities available right at their doorstep. Consider hosting a garage sale or listing items online to sell. Here are some tips to help you set up and settle into your new home smoothly and efficiently.

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Halloween Spending Through the Years

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

A couple of days ago on one of my visits, I noticed 2 entire clothing racks filled with Halloween costumes and/or clothing items. turn the lights out so trick or treaters don’t come) and go out on the town (parties, bars, outdoor celebrations and more). My favorite thrift store has a section dedicated to seasonal items.

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