Top 5 Mistakes Families Make When Handling an Estate Sale Themselves

1. Pricing Without Research

That vintage lamp might be worth $10… or $300. Without experience or professional tools, valuable items often get sold for a fraction of their worth.

2. Letting Realtors or Friends Run the Sale

It may sound convenient, but unless they’re trained liquidators, important items often get missed or underpriced—and the estate ends up harder to clean out.

3. Trying to Sell Everything Online

Platforms like eBay are great for niche collectibles, but they’re time-consuming. In- person estate sales move a lot more volume, faster.

4. Underestimating the Work

Estate sales aren’t just about setting out items. They require staging, pricing, signage, marketing, tax collection, crowd control—and a thick skin.

5. Doing It Too Soon

Emotionally and logistically, some families rush. Letting a professional step in brings perspective, process, and results.

Hiring a team like ours means more than just sales—it means peace of mind.