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Garage/Yard Sale Prep

A checklist for preparing a garage or yard sale: planning, sorting and pricing, advertising, and setup.

What this tool does

A checklist for preparing a garage or yard sale: planning, sorting and pricing, advertising, and setup.

How to use

  1. Work down the list and tick each item as you finish it.
  2. Ticks are saved on this device, in your browser, so they are still there when you come back.

What this checklist covers

The list has 4 groups and 15 items.

  • Plan (4 items): Set date and rain date; Get permit if required; Plan donation pickup; Plan for unsold items
  • Sort and price (3 items): Sort items by category; Price everything clearly; Mark larger discounts
  • Advertise (3 items): Make directional signs; Post online or on local notice boards; Alert neighbors
  • Set up on the day (5 items): Set up tables/displays; Get cash/change ready; Have calculator ready; Have bags for buyers; Prepare extension cord

Tip: Start a week or so ahead if you can. Ticks are saved on this device.

Limitations

  • This is a general list. It does not know local rules about permits, signs or taxes.
  • It does not suggest prices for your items.
  • Ticks are saved only in this browser on this device.

FAQs

Q: Can I add or remove items?
A: Yes. Each section has a box to add your own item, and every item has an X button to remove it. Reset to Default brings back the original list for that section and removes your added items.
Q: Are my ticks saved?
A: Yes, in your browser on this device. They are not sent anywhere and do not follow you to another device or browser.
Q: Do I need a permit?
A: This page cannot say. Rules differ by place, and the list only reminds you to check whether one is required where you live.
Q: Does it suggest prices?
A: No. It does not give prices or values for any item.

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