Here are some tips for shoppers who'll be going to deceased estates clearance sales.
They should try not to overlook items just because they're dusty or a bit worn
Shoppers who are hoping to pick up some lovely items at one of these events must try not to overlook certain objects, just because they look old, worn or dusty. Many of the goods for sale at an event like this will have belonged to the deceased person for most of their life. During this time, these items may have either been in regular use (which could result in them looking worn or faded) or may have been stored in the owner's attic, where they could have collected quite a bit of dust. Any shopper who comes across an item of this kind should keep in mind that this object could still not only be valuable but might also be quite easy to restore to good condition.
For example, a vintage Persian rug whose colours look a bit dull could be transformed into a much more vibrant-looking rug with a vacuum, some rug-cleaning products and a little elbow grease. Likewise, a tarnished set of brass candlesticks could be made shiny and beautiful again with brass polish, and a stained linen tablecloth could be sanitised and spruced up with some stain remover and detergent. As such, shoppers who'd like to find some special items for themselves or others must be willing to look past the surface-level appearance of the items that they find for sale at these events.
They should consider how they'll transport any larger items they're considering buying
It's common for deceased estate clearance sales to feature larger belongings, such as furniture. It's important for shoppers to think about how they'll transport any larger items they want to buy at these events. Those running these events do not always offer delivery services. Furthermore, because an event like this is typically a once-off occasion, designed to sell the deceased's possessions so their loved ones can clear out and sell this individual's home, it might not always be possible for those running an event like this to accept returns of items.
As such, if a customer buys a large item and then realises they have no way to bring it to their property, they might find themselves stuck with a piece of furniture they cannot transport. With this in mind, anyone who finds a large item at this type of event that they'd like to buy should factor in the possible costs of having to hire a moving truck to transport it or the costs of having to buy a roof rack for their vehicle so they can secure it to their car's roof.
For more information on deceased estates clearance sales, contact a professional near you.
Share