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    Yard Sale Tech

    Modern tools, old-school sale.

    Advertise online

    • YardSaleSearch.com — free listing.
    • Facebook Marketplace yard sale post.
    • Nextdoor neighbor app.
    • Local Facebook groups.
    • Plus printed signs.
    • Plus newspaper classifieds.

    Accept digital payments

    • Venmo or Zelle for buyer convenience.
    • Square Reader for credit cards ($10).
    • Apple Pay if buyer has it.
    • Cash still primary.
    • $50+ items — verify Venmo cleared.
    • Don't accept checks.

    Pricing apps

    • Quick eBay search for similar items.
    • WorthPoint — auction history.
    • Find what items have sold for.
    • Yard sale price = 25–50% of online.
    • Mark up + negotiate down.
    • Have prices on every item.

    Print signs at home

    • Canva — free poster templates.
    • Print 10+ signs.
    • Big arrows pointing to sale.
    • Place at major intersections.
    • Include date + address.
    • Bright colors.

    Senior safety

    • Don't do it alone.
    • Family + friends help.
    • Cash in fanny pack on you.
    • Don't leave money in garage unattended.
    • Lock house doors during sale.
    • Don't let buyers in house for restroom.

    After the sale

    • Donate remaining to Goodwill.
    • Goodwill app for pickup.
    • Track tax-deductible donations.
    • 1-800-GOT-JUNK for hauls.
    • Tally cash + count.
    • Celebrate with family.

    Modern + traditional combined

    Best yard sale = traditional setup + online advertising. Post on Nextdoor + Facebook Marketplace 3 days ahead. Print Canva signs the night before. Accept cash + Venmo. Tag everything. Bring helpers. Senior downsizers can clear thousands of items in one weekend with this combo. Donate the rest.