A yard sale enables you to reduce the number of unwanted items in your home, freeing up space and earning back some money at the same time. It's a great way to get rid of clutter and make some extra cash. Especially now that we are in the back-to-school season, there are a lot of things that maybe the kids don't use anymore this school year.
Try hosting a yard sale to sell these things, and the extra cash can be harvested for the new school year. But, hosting a successful yard sale certainly takes planning and preparation. An important consideration is the use of pop-up canopies to provide shade and protection for your items and shoppers. Here are some tips for planning and executing a profitable yard sale.
（Yard sale）
Organizing and cleaning items
- First, go to each room and clean out items you haven't used in a long time, clothes that don't fit, etc. Even if there are some things you don't like, don't throw them away so easily, someone might like them.
- If you need to sell some electronics, it's best to see if they still work first. Avoid a series of troubles afterward.
- And for the kids' items, make sure to double-check if they need them before you consider taking them out for sale.
- Clean up the items after organizing. No one will want to buy something that looks dirty on the outside.
- Be especially careful to prevent some items from hurting people, such as knives and forks.
- After you have done this, write a list based on the items you have organized. Each item sold can be crossed off for easy inventory later.
The right date and time
Weekends will usually be the best dates, with more crowds than weekdays. And the time is best in the morning to avoid hot afternoons, or it can also depend on the local weather. If there is a large fair nearby during the weekend, then it is best to avoid this time of day. The best time to open is usually between 10 am and 2 pm. It is also possible to finish in the evening.
Marking down the price
Items sold at yard sales should ideally be sold at a low price. Even for items of high value, the selling price should be a quarter of the sale price. However, for some items that are almost brand new, the price can be set higher. It is a good idea to think about the price of the item ahead of time and to write a price tag on it.
Or, categorize the items based on prices, such as a $5 category and a $10 category. If you are hesitant about the right price when pricing an item, you can write "Make an Offer" on the price tag for people who want to buy it. It's a good idea to think of your reserve price first so that you have more leeway when negotiating the price.
（Yard sale with canopy）
Choosing the right location
The best place for a yard sale is the front yard. This will make it easier to get back to your home to get things and will be more noticeable and attract a larger crowd. If you don't live in a busy enough neighborhood, head to a more trafficked intersection or event venue within the neighborhood.
Setting up the booth
To make your selling process go smoothly and comfortably, a pop-up canopy will be your shelter besides adding the necessary tables and chairs. The most suitable size for a yard sale would be either an 8x8 canopy or a 10x10 canopy, both of which are capable of giving enough protection from the weather.
It is important to note that even for yard sales it is best to reinforce the pop-up canopy for stability. Sandbags or ropes and stakes can be used. Sidewalls can also be added to provide better shade from the sun.
（Quictent canopy tent）
If you have clothes, hang them up for people to choose from. And provide mirrors for guests to easily see the effect of wearing them. The top of the canopy can also be used to hang items to save space.
Purchase management
To be able to sell all the items as quickly as possible, you can use a bundle sale. For example, buy one item and get 50% off the second item, or you can choose a free low-cost freebie, etc. In the case of books, you can also bundle several of them together for easy selling.
Remember to have cash and bags ready for your guests to make their purchases.
Advance promotion
Promote your yard sale appropriately to get as many people as possible to attend. The easiest way to do this is to make some homemade yard sale posters and later place them on trees around the block, with specific locations and times included on the posters. Also, promote the event on social media.
（Quictent white canopy tent）
Conclusion
There is no easier way for buyers and sellers to get what they need from each other than a yard sale. Follow the yard sale tips above and have a successful sale with an easy-to-install pop-up canopy. The pop-up canopy will keep your items clean and dry and provide shade for comfortable shopping. Your yard sale will be a profitable weekend event that will also clear out your unwanted household items.
