Choosing
the right estate-tag sale company to handle your sale
By:
Paul
J. Dunn
We know it’s not an easy time when it comes to
choosing an estate sale company to liquidate your recently deceased loved ones
possessions. I recently lost my father, so I know what’s involved in the
process of grieving, making arrangements and settling the estate. Adding in the
emotional factor made the task daunting, even for me as an estate sale
professional.
Its
unfortunate but a few unscrupulous companies will exploit you in this time of
need. However, there are many exceptional companies in the market place today;
of course Lucky Rabbit Estate Sales is one of them. Google us, our reputation
precedes us.
I always suggest that prospective clients visit one
of our tag or estate sales to see how a professional company operates. Our
sales are always run in a courteous and efficient manner. We never forget that
we are in the home of deceased or sick loved one. It’s about respect and
decorum.
Other companies allow hordes of people to enter the
home all at the same time, trashing it completely. It creates an unsafe condition for employees
and patrons alike. This is something
Lucky Rabbit Estate Sales will never do to your home or property.
I would also suggest that you Google any company
(and the principal owners) you may consider hiring. You wouldn’t want to hire a
convicted felon that did jail time for any type of crime.
Don’t be impressed by the numbers other companies throw
at you! They often high ball the contents of your home only to get the contract
and clean-out. At the conclusion of sale they simply say sorry and most likely blame it on you.
Lucky Rabbit Estate Sales always gives fair and honest assessments. We test, weigh and price all precious metals according to the daily spot market. We have most diamond jewelry “retail value appraised” at no cost to you. We know a lot, but no one knows everything. We maintain excellent relationships with experts in every genre of antiques and art. With Lucky Rabbit Estate Sales you can rest assured that your valuables will not be sold for pennies on the dollar.
Lucky Rabbit Estate Sales always gives fair and honest assessments. We test, weigh and price all precious metals according to the daily spot market. We have most diamond jewelry “retail value appraised” at no cost to you. We know a lot, but no one knows everything. We maintain excellent relationships with experts in every genre of antiques and art. With Lucky Rabbit Estate Sales you can rest assured that your valuables will not be sold for pennies on the dollar.
Read the contract! One company claims to have no up
front fees and no advertising fees, however if you read the contract closely
you’ll see that you’re paying for all the advertisement costs at the end of the
sale. The same company has a clause that allows them to buy any left over items
for $1.00. No matter the real value. That’s just wrong!
So READ THE CONTRACT!
So READ THE CONTRACT!
Some companies also claim to provide free security.
We have an on staff retired police officer with a carry permit that not only
protects your valuables but also the proceeds of the sale. This service is
provided free at our discretion. No
other company does that.
I wouldn’t advise
hiring any company that doesn’t at least have a testimonial page on the website
they maintain. That’s a total red flag in my opinion. Why wouldn’t they want the praise! Word of
mouth is paramount to the success of any company in this industry. Checkable references are always a plus! My references are readily available to all
prospective clients.
Also check to see if they are associated with any
professional organizations related to the estate sale field. We are members of Antiques
& Collectibles National Association, Angies List, Manta and many others.
The bottom line: Do your homework!
Please feel free to contact me at
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