Fairfield, CT Estate Sales around 06824 (2024)

FAQs

Do you negotiate at estate sales? ›

Cash is king at estate sales, as many sellers prefer cash transactions for a quick and hassle-free process. Be sure to bring plenty of small bills and change to facilitate transactions. Additionally, don't hesitate to negotiate prices, especially if you're purchasing multiple items or bundling items together.

You can use sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Write a post about your estate sale, including information like date, time, and address. Snap a few pictures of your items to boost your post. Then, share it with your online network!

What Percentage Do Estate Sales Take? Estate sale companies generally charge a standard commission rate between 30 to 40 percent of sales. Before they agree to take on a client, they'll typically provide a gross sales minimum. This means that the total value of all the items to be sold must meet or exceed that value.

Most estate sales run on the weekend from the morning to late afternoon. While some are open Saturday/Sunday, our favorite estate sales open their doors on Thursdays. These long-weekend sales tend to have a higher volume of items, leaving opportunities for more treasures at lower prices.

When you are discussing fees, be firm, be open to discussion, and be polite. Ask your estate agent exactly what you get for those fees and stand your ground if you think the fees are too high. It's worth thinking about it like this – the fee structure is there as a first point for discussion.

When a seller gets a lowball offer, or an unreasonably low offer on the house, it's generally a good idea to counter. For the seller, the act of countering an offer tells the buyer that they're still interested in selling to them if they improve the terms of their deal.

Most sellers will make a counteroffer with a price that's higher, but still below their list price, because they're afraid of losing the potential sale. They want to seem flexible and willing to negotiate to close the deal.