Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Evaluating Books, DVDs, CDs, and Games
• Method 2 of 4: Evaluating Clothes and Shoes
• Method 3 of 4: Assessing furniture
• Method 4 of 4: Assessing Sucks
• Tips
• Warnings

Pricing yard sale items can be a daunting task, especially when you remember exactly how much you paid when you bought your new treasure. Remember that shoppers at your yard sales are looking for cheaper items, so don't overpric your items if you want your sale to be successful. Read on for a basic guide to pricing yard sale items.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Evaluating Books, DVDs, CDs, and Games

1. 1 Evaluate books at $ 1. People don't want to pay more for a yard sale book unless it's a nicely bound coffee table book. Display your books with a comb in a pretty box or on a bookshelf that also sells.
2. 2 Estimate DVDs at $ 5. You also need to have a laptop or DVD player with you so people can make sure the DVD is working before they shell out for cash. Display DVDs in their original boxes.
3. 3 Price CDs at $ 3. Keep in mind that CD sales have dropped, so this is not as hot as it used to be. You can sell single artist CD sets for a slightly higher price if you want to sell them faster.
   • If you have cassettes, rate them much lower, they won't sell for more than $ 1.
   • Sell ​​records for between $ 2 and $ 3, unless you have a very rare record that is still in good condition (in which case you can try swapping a record at a record store - you can make more money that way).
4. 4 Evaluate games from $ 5 to $ 10. You can try to sell some rare or expensive games for a higher price, but in general, your games will go for no more than $ 10.

Method 2 of 4: Evaluating Clothes and Shoes

1. 1 Estimate baby clothes from $ 1 to $ 3. People will not pay more for supported baby items as they are not expensive to begin with. Make sure the items are washed and well presented for a better sale. If the garment has a brand name with some tags still remaining, you can rate it a little higher.
   • If you want to sell clothes that are worn out or dyed, price them at $ 0.50 or $ 0.25 just to get them off your lawn.
   • If you have tons of baby clothes, consider pricing at $ 5 a bag or so ..
2. 2 Estimate adult clothing for $ 3 to $ 5. Old shirts, trousers, dresses and other clothing should not be rated higher unless it has the brand name on it with tags. Perhaps luck will help you sell more items by removing old, worn-out items so that people don't dig deeply for worthwhile items.
3. 3 Estimate shoes between $ 5 and $ 7. Make sure your shoes are polished and free from scratches or frayed areas before listing them. If you have a pair of very neatly worn branded shoes, you can rate them a few dollars higher.
   • Old tennis shoes should be priced below the suggested amount, or you can even give them away for free.
   • Display your shoes nicely, don't throw them in a box.
4. 4 Estimate coats between $ 10 and $ 15. Wash your coat and hang it neatly on a hanger. A coat that looks 15 years old will sell for a lower price, but if you have a branded, unworn coat, you can sell it for a higher price.

Method 3 of 4: Assessing furniture

1. 1 Estimate low-quality furniture between $ 10 and $ 30. Furniture made from loose materials, or furniture that has been heavily used and full of scratches should be cheaply priced so you can get it off your lawn. At that price, you can sell your furniture to students looking for cheap dorm furniture.
2. 2 Price sturdy furniture for between $ 50 and $ 75. A hardwood dresser, desk, wardrobe, or bookshelf can be some of the most expensive items in your yard. A good rule of thumb for these things is to sell them for 1/3 of the original price. If you paid $ 300 for a closet you didn't use much, go ahead and charge $ 100 for it. You can always lower the price if you need to.
3. 3 Check out vintage rarities from $ 100 and up. If you have something really special, like a Tiffany lamp or a Victorian chaise, rate it higher. An interested buyer will be willing to pay as much as the item is worth.
   • If you are not sure about the value of an item, then first of all do some research or get an estimate. You don't want to sell your most valuable items cheaply.
   • Display your most valuable items closer to home, in a dedicated area that you can keep an eye on.
4. 4 Estimate home decor items for $ 3 to $ 5. Candlesticks, paintings, trinkets, and other home decor items should be priced lower than other items on sale. Exceptions are only for antiques or items that are expensive or rare, like high quality art, for example.

Method 4 of 4: Assessing Sucks

1. 1 Estimate computer hardware and other electronic equipment for $ 20 or less. Even if you bought your juicer for $ 100, it will be difficult to sell for more than $ 20. There are plenty of good prices for electronics, so you'd better put the price below what savvy shoppers can buy it online.
2. 2 Estimate kitchen utensils at $ 1-3. This includes china, cutlery, baking utensils, and other kitchen items. Make sure all of them are thoroughly washed before you put them up for sale.
3. 3 Price toys at $ 1-3. You can also make a box of free and least expensive items. This way, children who come to the yard sale can take something home. Perhaps their parents will also buy something in this case.

Tips

• Expect hucksters to appear - these are people who have the word “cheap” in their head when they think of yard sales. Don't be surprised if your $ 125 table goes for $ 60. This is still $ 60 more than you had the day before, and you will get rid of the junk in your life.
• Advertise broadly and clearly. Without transporting your items for a garage sale, your items will simply stand in the sun and you will find that there is little to no benefit. So put up signs around the neighborhood, advertise in your local newspaper, or advertise online on garage sale sites.
• Donate leftovers. If you are not selling all of your items and you no longer need them, consider donating them to a thrift store or shelter. Obtain a receipt for tax write-offs if applicable.
• Place your product so that it can be easily seen. On the day of your sale, make sure to place all of your belongings in sight, in an organized manner, so that everything can be found easily.

Warnings

• Check out the general guidelines if you plan to sell food.
• Be careful when renaming items for sale. Check their name online, especially for electronics, toys, home appliances, and children's furniture.