Question 1

So this is like an auction or something? How do I buy stuff?

Accepted Answer

This is not an auction. You can just walk up and come on in! Early in the sale, there is usually a crowd. If you really want something, we advise you get there early. Nearly every item is clearly marked with a price. Sometimes price sheets will be on tables or hanging on walls. Our prices are firm early in the sale. If you come later, we may be more flexible on prices, depending on the needs of the client. Usually the whole house is open — we will clearly mark any areas not open for the sale. Items not for sale are also marked. We accept cash and credit cards. If this is your first time, tell us and we will be happy to answer your questions.

Question 2

Do you give out numbers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 30-60 minutes before the sale, we will arrive and start handing out numbers. You may go wait in your car or run to Wawa. Come back at 5 minutes to open and form a line. We will try to allow in as many people as the house will fit, but sometimes we have to let customers disperse before we send more in.

Question 3

How much is the item in picture 43 and can I buy it early?

Accepted Answer

We do not do presales. Customers in person will be given priority over phone orders. We do not give out prices ahead of time. Our prices are generally under retail and we take condition and age into account. We often price a lot of items at once and cannot give an exact price until sale hours, when we can see the price. Texts and voicemails are returned as soon as possible — during sale hours, brief texts are best. We will do our best to answer questions about size and condition, but please understand we can't take the time to answer a list of questions.

Question 4

I love that sofa, but I don't have a truck!

Accepted Answer

That's not a question, but you are right — that sofa is perfect for you! We do not offer deliveries. However, we can usually find a time for you to pick the item up another day in the upcoming week. We do ask that you bring someone to help you load it. We are happy to open doors and loan you a dolly, but your buddy will be a bigger help because we put our end down a lot. For really large pieces, like pianos or pool tables, we may require you to hire movers with insurance.

Question 5

What happens with the leftover items?

Accepted Answer

That isn't always up to us. Some clients want to wait for top dollar and some clients would like to get it all out as easily as possible. If you really like a piece but it's out of your budget, you can submit a bid and the highest bids will be considered. 501(c)(3) requests will also be passed on to the client. If the house is going to be for sale, we will pass on realtor cards and offers to buy the house.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to have an estate sale?

How will the sale be advertised?

How are items priced?

We are downsizing and will have a lot we can't take. Can we do a sale?

What can we sell? Is it ok that we don't have fancy stuff?

What happens with the leftover items?

How long until we get paid?

Can I come to the sale? Can I get a discount if I help out?

So this is like an auction or something? How do I buy stuff?

Do you give out numbers?

How much is the item in picture 43 and can I buy it early?

I love that sofa, but I don't have a truck!

What happens with the leftover items?

Jeffers Estate Sales