In one of my previous posts garage sale hosting etiquette,
I had spoken about the body language and the manners that are a big
no-no in a yard sale. Here I’m going to share a few simple manners that
should be practiced by both the buyers and sellers to make a killer yard sale experience.
Yard Sale – Seller’s Etiquette
Have a clear price tag on all items - Remember the buyers would like to browse through the items before choosing the items. Buyers shouldn’t have to work at figuring out the prices. There are some who get frustrated and leave without making any purchases.
Avoid accommodating early birds - It is inconsiderate behavior on the part of the hosts to entertain the early birds. Here you are being unfair to the shoppers who respect your start time.
Trying to sell the pre-owned and used stuff at New prices - It is not fair to sell a used item at the new prices. If you feel you want to sell it at better price try online sites such as everydayyardsale.com or other similar sites. Remember, the traditional garage sale shoppers will not be carrying so much money in hand.
Be careful about the items you put for sale - There is nothing worse than hearing” How did that get out here”, “That is not for sale”. Cross check and go through the displayed items before you open the yard sale.
Remove the yard sale sign boards - Once the garage sale is over, ensure removing the signs you posted. It will not only litter the place but also send wrong messages to the shoppers who will inevitably drive down your street looking for the sale.
Yard Sale- Buyer’s Etiquette
Respect the time schedule - If the ad says that the garage sale is at 8 Am, don’t show up at 6Am, with the hope if beating the other shoppers to the bargains.
Carry coins and small bills - If you have decided to go garage saling, collect small bills and coins. Do not produce a $20 bill for goods worth 50 cents.
Avoid obnoxious behavior- Try not to disturb the seller’s neighbors by speaking or laughing loudly. Another behavior the buyer should avoid is aggressive haggling or similar negotiating tactics.
Respect other buyers - Once you have decided on the items you want to purchase, you can ask the hosts to keep those items in a pile for you. This is better than rudely claiming an item as “yours”, when you have not made an effort to let the host or the other shoppers know you intend to purchase it.
Visit everydayyardsale.com for more garage sale tips. As always, enjoy free advertising for selling your items and locating yard sales in your area.
Yard Sale – Seller’s Etiquette
Have a clear price tag on all items - Remember the buyers would like to browse through the items before choosing the items. Buyers shouldn’t have to work at figuring out the prices. There are some who get frustrated and leave without making any purchases.
Avoid accommodating early birds - It is inconsiderate behavior on the part of the hosts to entertain the early birds. Here you are being unfair to the shoppers who respect your start time.
Trying to sell the pre-owned and used stuff at New prices - It is not fair to sell a used item at the new prices. If you feel you want to sell it at better price try online sites such as everydayyardsale.com or other similar sites. Remember, the traditional garage sale shoppers will not be carrying so much money in hand.
Be careful about the items you put for sale - There is nothing worse than hearing” How did that get out here”, “That is not for sale”. Cross check and go through the displayed items before you open the yard sale.
Remove the yard sale sign boards - Once the garage sale is over, ensure removing the signs you posted. It will not only litter the place but also send wrong messages to the shoppers who will inevitably drive down your street looking for the sale.
Yard Sale- Buyer’s Etiquette
Respect the time schedule - If the ad says that the garage sale is at 8 Am, don’t show up at 6Am, with the hope if beating the other shoppers to the bargains.
Carry coins and small bills - If you have decided to go garage saling, collect small bills and coins. Do not produce a $20 bill for goods worth 50 cents.
Avoid obnoxious behavior- Try not to disturb the seller’s neighbors by speaking or laughing loudly. Another behavior the buyer should avoid is aggressive haggling or similar negotiating tactics.
Respect other buyers - Once you have decided on the items you want to purchase, you can ask the hosts to keep those items in a pile for you. This is better than rudely claiming an item as “yours”, when you have not made an effort to let the host or the other shoppers know you intend to purchase it.
Visit everydayyardsale.com for more garage sale tips. As always, enjoy free advertising for selling your items and locating yard sales in your area.
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