Check HOA rules and local permit requirements for moving sales

Some neighborhoods and municipalities require permits for sales. Check before you advertise.

Decide between DIY sale and hiring a moving sale company● High priority

A professional company handles setup, pricing, advertising, and staffing. DIY saves commission but requires significant time.

Walk every room and identify what you are NOT taking to the new home● High priority

Be honest about what you actually use and what will fit in the new space.

Sort items into Move, Sell, Donate, and Trash● High priority

Start 4-6 weeks before your target sale date. One room per week is manageable.

Research prices for furniture, collectibles, and electronics

Check completed eBay sales, Facebook Marketplace, and Craigslist to price items competitively.

Consider an estate sale company if you have significant furniture or collectibles● High priority

Estate sale companies are experts at pricing and selling household contents and can reach serious buyers.

Coordinate your moving sale date with your home listing date

Ideally, hold your sale before the home goes on the market so buyers see an empty, staged home.

Book a cleanout company for items that don't sell

Any remaining items after the sale can be donated or removed by a cleanout company. Book in advance.

Get cash offers on the home if you need to move quickly

If your timeline is tight, a cash offer can close in 2-3 weeks without repairs or staging.

Advertise your sale on EstateSales.net, Facebook Marketplace, and Craigslist● High priority

Photos are essential. Good photos of furniture and collectibles drive traffic and serious buyers.

Arrange for donation pickup before or after the sale

Goodwill, Habitat for Humanity, and local charities often offer free pickup for furniture donations.