A garage sale is a good way to find bargains on almost
everything. In some areas known as
rummage sales, yard sales or tag sales, a garage sale often yields special
finds for the thrifty, smart shopper.
Bargains can range from designer clothing, furniture and tools, to
children’s clothes and knickknacks.
Often, antiques can be found at a garage sale for very little
money. The savvy shopper has done his or
her homework and knows when a collectible is a bargain. Whether looking for personal items or things
to resell, it is wise to plan a strategy when heading to a garage sale. This plan should include:
- Newspaper and shopper’s guides ads with sale areas highlighted and grouped together by region
- Addresses in order (Try MapQuest)
- Plenty of gas in your vehicle
- Small cooler with water and snacks (trail mix, cheese sticks, granola bars and nuts are good examples)
- Antibacterial wipes for your hands
- List of items you need/want
- Cell phone (if there is Wi-Fi available you can use it to research your item’s value before you buy)
- List of clothing sizes
- Cash (I set a limit of $100 and carry it in small bills and change along with my checkbook in case of a special “find”)
Also, be spontaneous.
If you see a garage sale sign posted that you don't have on your list,
check it out as long as it doesn’t take you much out of your way. You might find just what you’ve been looking
for!
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