5 ways to maximize your garage sale profits 

June 28, 2023

Running your garage sale like a retail store is just one way to boost your profits

The summertime tradition of holding a garage or yard sale is part of the informal American economy. The numbers are staggering. Money.com reports that each week there are more than 165,000 sales across the county, nearly 5 million items are sold and $4 million is exchanged.

It makes sense. As gas prices rise and consumer confidence wanes, more and more people turn to alternative ways to earn extra cash.  Others hold garage sales for reasons that aren’t motivated by profit: they see it as a necessity to clear out their space or they hope a new owner will extend the usefulness of their well-loved items.

If your goal is to clean house, then donating your items with the potential tax write-off might be a better strategy. But if you’re looking to make some money, then we’ve got tips to turn your clutter into cash.

1. Preparation and organization 

Drive more traffic to your sale by being part of a community garage sale or holding a multi-family sale with your neighbors. 

Saturdays are the best sale days, but you’ll boost your visits with a two-day sale on a Friday and Saturday or Saturday and Sunday.  

When it comes to what to sell, just about anything goes. If you have bigger or more expensive items, consider selling those online or at a consignment store. Everything else can go into your garage sale—even broken items. People often look for spare parts at garage sales, especially tools and electronics.  

Boost your profits by selling other items. Do you make crafts? Try selling homemade jewelry, crocheted rugs, or pottery. Are you a baker? Sell your homemade bread, jams and jellies. Do you have a garden? Consider potting plants, like hostas, and selling starter seeds like tomato plants and herbs. 

Before you put your items out, make sure you’ve looked them over. Check pockets of clothing for stashed cash and empty out boxes and drawers so you don’t accidentally part with a precious keepsake you carefully tucked away. 

2. Signage and advertising

Make all signs the same size and color for continuity. They should be big enough to read, but not so big they’ll flap in the wind. A good format is 15 × 15-inch yellow poster boards with black lettering. 

Put the signs up only for the days of the sale, not before. And take them down when the sale is over. Make sure to check with your city or neighborhood in case there are sign ordinances in place. 

You can advertise your sale for free on GarageSaleFinder.com, Gsalr.com, and YardSales.net. Post about your sale on neighborhood websites, popular sale platforms like Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace, and share your sale with your friends on your social media channels.  

Make your sale stand out with photos, a short video and a creative description. For example, mention if you have items that fall into a popular design category like mid-century modern, arts and crafts or boho. If you’re selling lots of clothes or yard items, you could describe your sale as a “pop-up boutique” or a “garden shop.” 

3. The great pricing debate

While many people believe everything should have a price tag, others say it’s not good practice.  

Consider this. Pricing items is very time consuming, and some people could take advantage by moving tags around for a better deal. Plus, if you ask buyers for their best offer, they may come back with a number that’s much higher than you expected. 

On the other hand, if buyers have to ask a price they may choose not to bother and simply skip the purchase all together. 

Regardless of whether you put a sticker on everything or not, make sure you have items that sell at different price points. 

Also, go into your sale with a good idea for how much items are worth. Visit other garage sales and look for similar items online.

4. Display and merchandising

Prevent drive-by shoppers by putting the most exciting stuff closest to the curb. This is a good place for bigger items. Having a “free” box close to the curb also helps get people out of their cars. 

For smaller items, organize them like a retail store would, putting similar items together and offering promotions like "buy 3, get 1 free." Put items on tables or racks so people don’t have to get on the ground to rummage through stuff.  A box of books or CDs is a great way to keep tag-along shoppers busy while the main shopper is looking around. Above all else, keep things organized. If you have a lot of items, consider holding some things back and bringing them out only when there is room to display them. 

Don’t forget about the atmosphere. Selling baked goods and lemonade sets a scene. Especially if your kids are staffing the stand. Consider playing music softly, which is a tried-a-true way to get people to linger.

5. The art of making the sale 

It’s a good idea to have at least two people working the sale. If you’ve decided not to use price tags, make sure each person knows the minimum amount you’re willing to take for an item.  

When it comes to negotiating, lowering the price is just one tactic, you could also offer to throw in something for free to seal the deal. If the buyer has young children, consider giving the kids something too. Not only will you get rid of items quicker, but it also establishes goodwill, and it might make other shoppers buy something too.   

Help shoppers out by having batteries or a power-source available so they can test electric items. Make sure to have a mirror available if you’re selling lots of clothes. 

Finally, practice good customer service. Welcome people to your sale and be available to answer questions and negotiate prices.

If you’ve made a good chunk of change on your sale, consider putting your earnings into a high-interest savings account like a money market account or in a certificate of deposit. It’s a great way to earn more from your profits. 

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Investing myths: Separating fact from fiction in investing

5 financial benefits of investing in a vacation home

ETF vs. mutual fund: What’s the difference?

How does an IRA work?

What are alternative investments?

4 times to consider rebalancing your portfolio

Start a Roth IRA for kids

4 major asset classes explained

Saving vs. investing: What's the difference?

Understanding yield vs. return

Do your investments match your financial goals?

How much money do I need to start investing?

7 diversification strategies for your investment portfolio

5 questions to help you determine your investment risk tolerance

Effects of inflation on investments

How to start investing to build wealth

Why compound interest is important

What types of agency accounts are available for investors?

What type of investor are you?

4 strategies for coping with market volatility

Investment strategies by age

How do interest rates affect investments?

Non-retirement investing: What to invest in

Can fantasy football make you a better investor?

How to roll over your 401(k)

A beginner's guide to investing

How to Adult: 7 tax terms and concepts you should know

How to Adult: 5 ways to track your spending

Tips for navigating a medical hardship when you’re unable to work

How to budget 101: 6 strategies to try

LGBTQ+ family planning: 3 questions to ask employers

3 steps to prepare for a medical emergency

Webinar: Uncover the cost: Starting a family

Legal protections for growing LGBTQ+ families

LGBTQ+ adoption 101: What prospective parents should know

How to plan and save for adoption and in vitro fertility treatment costs

11 essential things to do before baby comes

Preparing for adoption and IVF

Family planning for the LGBTQ+ community

How to create a financial plan to grow your LGBTQ+ family

What documents do you need after a loved one dies?

Closing on a house checklist for buyers

Resources for managing financial matters after an unexpected death

What you need to know as the executor of an estate

When your spouse has passed away: A three-month financial checklist

Simple steps to be ready for a natural disaster

Checklist: 10 questions to ask your home inspector

Handling the finances of someone who has died: Terms and definitions

U.S. Bank Student Scholarship

Student checklist: Preparing for college

Rebuilding finances after a natural disaster

Tips to earn that A+ in back-to-school savings

Webinar: 11 insider tips for student debt

Checklist: financial recovery after a natural disaster

College budgeting: When to save and splurge

How to save money in college: easy ways to spend less

Webinar: Uncover the cost: College diploma

The A to Z’s of college loan terms

Learn to spot and protect yourself from common student scams

Co-signing 101: Applying for a loan with co-borrower

6 questions students should ask about checking accounts

How to gain financial independence from your parents

Practical money skills and financial tips for college students

How to build credit as a student

5 things to know before accepting a first job offer

Webinar: Bank Notes: College cost comparison

Protecting elderly parents’ finances: 6 steps to follow when managing their money

Four ways to make a strong resume for your first real job

Webinar: How to fight off fraud

How I did it: Paid off student loans

Keep your finances safe and secure: Essential tips for preventing check fraud

Webinar: How to stay safe from cyberfraud

How to avoid student loan scams

Banking basics: Avoiding fraud and scams

How to spot an online scam

What is financial fraud?

Annual insurance review checklist

4 ways to outsmart your smart device

What you need to know about identity theft

Webinar: Protect yourself or your loved ones from elder fraud

Learn how to spot scams related to COVID-19

Dear Money Mentor: What is cryptocurrency?

Money muling 101: Recognizing and avoiding this increasingly common scam

Recognize. React. Report. Caregivers can help protect against financial exploitation

Is online banking safe?

From LLC to S-corp: Choosing a small business entity

8 tips and tricks for creating and remembering your PIN

5 tips for seniors to stay a step ahead of schemers

How-to guide: What to do if your identity is stolen

How to avoid being the victim of a digital payments scam

Recognize. React. Report. Don't fall victim to financial exploitation

Webinar: U.S. Bank asks: Are you safe from fraud?

How you can prevent identity theft

What does FDIC mean?  

3 tips for saving money when moving to a new home

5 things to deinfluence in your finances

Tips for handling rising costs from an Operation HOPE Financial Wellbeing coach

3 ways to keep costs down at the grocery store (and make meal planning fun)

What is a Certificate of Deposit? And what to know before opening an account

Is raising backyard chickens a good idea financially?

5 ways to maximize your garage sale profits 

3 financial tools to help automate your finances

Is it cheaper to build or buy a house?

Make holiday gift giving easier in a digital world

Friction: How it can help achieve money goals

Webinar: How to pay for college

Should you buy now, pay later?

Planning self-care moments that matter (and how to finance them)

5 tips for creating (and sticking to) a holiday budget

How to financially prepare for a military PCS

Financial checklist: Preparing for military deployment

An eco friendly debit card with roots in Haiti

5 things to consider when deciding to take an unplanned trip

Stay committed to your goals by creating positive habits

6 pandemic money habits to keep for the long term

Creating positive money habits

Webinar: Smart habits and behaviors to achieve financial wellness

How I kicked my online shopping habit and got my spending under control

Working with an accountability partner can help you reach your goals

Finding a side gig to fund your goals

Growing your savings by going on a ‘money hunt’

How I did it: Learned to budget as a single mom

Webinar: 5 myths about emergency funds

Your 4-step guide to financial planning

How to decide when to shop local and when to shop online

The banking app you need as a new parent

The mobile app to download before summer vacation

Webinar: Tips to avoid today’s cyber threats

Your guide to starting a job: Resources to help along the way

A who’s who at your local bank

How to stay financially focused in the face of economic uncertainty

Webinar: Common budget mistakes (and how to avoid them)

Does your savings plan match your lifestyle?

How to stay positive when searching for a job: advice from a U.S. Bank goals coach

Webinar: Train your brain for smart financial habits

5 myths about emergency funds

Banking basics: How to start saving

How to set yourself up for success in your first job

Financial Wellness Assessment

Webinar: Uncover the cost: Wedding

Adulting 101: How to make a budget plan

Tips to overcome three common savings hurdles

Making the most out of your Economic Impact Payment

What military service taught me about money management

Booming in the gig economy: A new chapter leveraging 45 years of experience

Webinar: Mobile banking tips for smarter and safer online banking

Are savings bonds still a thing?

Webinar: Uncover the cost: International trip

Allowance basics for parents and kids

What’s your financial IQ? Game-night edition

How to choose the right rewards credit card for you

Helpful tips for safe and smart charitable giving

Webinar: Mindset Matters: How to practice mindful spending

3 awkward situations Zelle can help avoid

Personal loans first-timer's guide: 7 questions to ask

How and when to ask for a raise

How having savings gives you peace of mind

How to save money while helping the environment

How can I help my student manage money?

How to best handle unexpected expenses

More than saving for college: Costs to consider when raising a child

Steer clear of overdrafts to your checking account

You can take these 18 budgeting tips straight to the bank

How to manage money in the military: A veteran weighs in

Things to know about the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act

3 tips for saving money easily

Save time and money with automatic bill pay

Common unexpected expenses and three ways to pay for them

Multiple accounts can make it easier to follow a monthly budget

Personal finance for teens can empower your child

Stay on budget — and on the go — with a mobile banking app

Which is better: Combining bank accounts before marriage — or after?

It's possible: 7 tips for breaking the spending cycle

U.S. Bank asks: Transitioning out of college life? What’s next?

U.S. Bank asks: Do you know what an overdraft is?

Is it time to get a shared bank account with your partner?

Do you and your fiancé have compatible financial goals?

U.S. Bank asks: Do you know your finances?

How to save for a wedding

7 steps: How couples and single parents can prepare for child care costs

Earning in the gig economy: Gladys shares her story

By the numbers: The gig economy

Don’t underestimate the importance of balancing your checking account

9 simple ways to save

How can you pay bills online the right way?

Tips for working in the gig economy

Here’s how to create a budget for yourself

A passion for fashion: How this student works the gig economy

Tips to raise financially healthy kids at every age

First-timer’s guide to savings account alternatives

Dear Money Mentor: How do I set and track financial goals?

Checking and savings smarts: Make your accounts work harder for you

Money Moments: 3 smart financial strategies when caring for aging parents

How compound interest works

Lost job finance tips: What to do when you lose your job

5 tips for parents opening a bank account for kids

5 reasons why couples may have separate bank accounts

Money management guide to financial independence

30-day adulting challenge: Financial wellness tasks to complete in a month

Money Moments: How to manage your finances after a divorce

Money Moments: 8 dos and don’ts for saving money in your 30s

Money Moments: 3 tips for planning an extended leave of absence

7 financial questions to consider when changing jobs

Tips and resources to help in the aftermath of a natural disaster

Travel for less: Smart (not cheap) ways to spend less on your next trip

Myths vs. facts about savings account interest rates

5 tips to use your credit card wisely and steer clear of debt

Overdrafts happen: Steps to get you back on track

How voice-activated devices work with banks

Real world advice: How parents are teaching their kids about money

Essential financial resources and protections for military families

What’s in your emergency fund?

P2P payments make it easier to split the tab

Dear Money Mentor: How do I pick a savings or checking account?

Financial literacy within the military: Inside the numbers

Certificates of deposit: How they work to grow your money

What you need to know about renting

What I learned from my mom about money

It’s time for a fresh start: A new way of thinking

Building a financial legacy for your family and community

Understanding guardianship and power of attorney in banking

How to cut mindless spending: real tips from real people

How to stop living paycheck to paycheck post-pay increase

Practical money tips we've learned from our dads

6 ways to spring clean your finances and save money year-round

Meet the student with a passion for science, helping others and reaching goals

Managing money as a military spouse during deployment

Webinar: How to pay for college

What financial advice would you give your younger self?

How to increase your savings

Financial gifts can be a valuable – and fun – choice for the holidays

Military finance: How to create a family budget after military service

Understanding your military GI Bill benefits

Bank from home with these digital features

Parent checklist: Preparing for college

Consolidating debts: Pros and cons to keep in mind

Your financial aid guide: What are your options?

How to open and invest in a 529 plan

Is a home equity loan for college the right choice for your student

Be careful when taking out student loans

Using 529 plans for K-12 tuition

How grandparents can contribute to college funds instead of buying gifts

How to apply for federal student aid through the FAFSA

Managing debt

What’s a subordination agreement, and why does it matter?

Which debt management technique is right for you?

Understanding the true cost of borrowing: What is amortization, and why does it matter?

How to use debt to build wealth

Best travel credit card perks for family vacations

5 tips to use your credit card wisely and steer clear of debt

How to talk to your lender about debt

5 steps to selecting your first credit card

Everything you need to know about consolidating debts

Dear Money Mentor: How do I begin paying off credit card debt?

Your quick guide to loans and obtaining credit

Home improvements with the best ROI

How to use credit cards wisely for a vacation budget

7 steps to keep your personal and business finances separate

Dear Money Mentor: What is cash-out refinancing and is it right for you?

How to use your unexpected windfall to reach financial goals

Know your debt-to-income ratio

Webinar: Buying a home in 2022: what to expect

Crypto + Homebuying: Impacts on the real estate market

PCS moving checklist for military spouses and families

PCS moving checklist for military spouses and families

For today's homebuyers, time and money are everything

Overcoming high interest rates: Getting your homeownership goals back on track

How I did it: Bought my dream home using equity

How we did it: Converted to solar power

Is it cheaper to build or buy a house

Should you buy a house that’s still under construction?

Managing the impacts of appraisal gaps in a hot housing market

Bringing economic opportunity to underserved communities one home at a time

Starting your homebuying journey: Tips from a U.S. Bank Goals Coach

Preparing for homeownership: A guide for LGBTQ+ homebuyers

How I did it: Built living spaces to support my family

Spring cleaning checklist for your home: 5 budget-boosting tasks

House Hacks: How buying an investment property worked as my first home

Buying a home Q&A: What made three homeowners fall in love with their new home

Community activist achieves dream of homeownership

Saving for a down payment: Where should I keep my money?

What are conforming loan limits and why are they increasing

Military homeownership: Your guide to resources, financing and more

The lowdown on 6 myths about buying a home

Home buying myths: Realities of owning a home

How I did it: Bought a home without a 20 percent down payment

Checklist: 6 to-dos for after a move

DIY home projects 101: tips from a first-timer

4 ways to free up your budget (and your life) with a smaller home

Webinar: Uncover the cost: Building a home

Your guide to breaking the rental cycle

How I did it: My house remodel

Money Moments: Tips for selling your home

Quiz: How prepared are you to buy a home?

Dear Money Mentor: When should I refinance a mortgage?

Get more home for your money with these tips

What is a mortgage?

First-time homebuyer’s guide to getting a mortgage

Beyond the mortgage: Other costs for homeowners

Are professional movers worth the cost?

Money Moments: How to finance a home addition

What is refinancing a mortgage?

10 questions to ask when hiring a contractor

5 things to avoid that can devalue your home

What is an escrow account? Do I have one?

What is a home equity line of credit (HELOC) and what can it be used for?

Building a dream home that fits your life

10 ways to increase your home’s curb appeal

What to know when buying a home with your significant other

How you can take advantage of low mortgage rates

Is it the right time to refinance your mortgage?

Webinar: Mortgage basics: How much house can you afford?

Webinar: Mortgage basics: Finding the right home loan for you

Should you get a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit?

Webinar: Mortgage basics: How does your credit score impact the homebuying experience?

These small home improvement projects offer big returns on investment

Webinar: Mortgage basics: What is refinancing, and is it right for you?

Webinar: Mortgage basics: Buying or renting – What’s right for you?

Webinar: Mortgage basics: Prequalification or pre-approval – What do I need?

Webinar: Mortgage basics: 3 Key steps in the homebuying process

Webinar: Mortgage basics: What’s the difference between interest rate and annual percentage rate?

8 steps to take before you buy a home

Home equity: Small ways to improve the value of your home

10 uses for a home equity loan

How do I prequalify for a mortgage?

How to use your home equity to finance home improvements

Is a home equity line of credit (HELOC) right for you?

4 questions to ask before you buy an investment property

How does a home equity line of credit (HELOC) work?

Can you take advantage of the dead equity in your home?

6 questions to ask before buying a new home

What applying for store credit card on impulse could mean

5 unique ways to take your credit card benefits further

Webinar: Uncover the cost: Home renovation

Webinar: Overlooked essentials for credit wellness

6 essential credit report terms to know

How to maximize your credit card rewards

How to spot a credit repair scam

Improving your credit score: Truth and myths revealed

U.S. Bank asks: What do you know about credit?

Myth vs. truth: What affects your credit score?

Should you give your child a college credit card?

Credit score help: Repairing a bad credit score

What is a good credit score?

How to build and maintain a solid credit history and score

Test your loan savvy

What types of credit scores qualify for a mortgage?

Decoding credit: Understanding the 5 C’s

Credit: Do you understand it?

How I did it: Deciding whether to buy an RV

What you should know about buying a car

I own two electric vehicles. Here’s what I’ve learned about buying and driving EVs.

Car shopping: Buying versus leasing your next vehicle

How to winterize your vehicle

How to improve your credit score

Questions to ask before buying a car

Take the stress out of buying your teen a car

What to keep in mind when buying a used car from a private seller

When to and benefits of refinancing a car loan

How to choose the best car loan for you

What you need to know before buying a new or used car

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