Collectors and antique-hounds know that some of the most incredible finds could be quietly sitting in someone’s storage unit, collecting dust. However, forgotten pieces of memorabilia and high value goods can also be hidden with the home. For this reason, estate sales can represent a wonderland of possibilities for rare finds and coveted keepsakes.
This makes using estate sales a great way for collectors to be the first in line when unique goods become available. However, just like in browsing a flea market or bazaar, the process of finding valuable commodities can become very time consuming. Undertaking this process can be made easier with a few guidelines.
Know What You Want
While it can be pleasant to simply browse at estate sales, it can also be necessary for collectors to have a clear goal in mind when starting. This can apply to people who are looking for rarities as much as it can to people who are simply looking to furnish a new home. However, having a goal can also allow for a more streamlined approach to estate sales hunting, and can also be a way to network with professionals in the industry.
Find Common Themes
After having visited several estate sales, collectors will often find that certain managing businesses will handle these events in a very specialized way. This can also facilitate the process of finding goods, since becoming familiar with the way sales houses work can also mean that buyers will be on the lookout for more specific offerings.
Make Friends
At Heritage Estate Sales, we find that one of the most beneficial things that collectors can do is to network with the businesses that handle these events. We have many buyers we keep in our contacts, for situations including:
• General notifications of upcoming estate sales
• Item requests – if a buyer is looking for something specific, we can notify them if an estate lot has these goods
• Previews of estate catalogues
• Notifications for Ebay items that are of interest
These types of relationships can lead to the best outcomes, since having a buyer at the ready also helps the seller to get to their goal that much faster. The result is a mutually beneficial network of contacts that can help in reducing the stress and time that is involved in tracking down rare goods.
Collectors in the Los Angeles area are invited to visit us at our storefront, our Ebay store, or contact us through our website, to explore the possibilities of shopping estate sales with greater ease. Heritage Estate Sales welcomes all potential clients, whether they are looking to find or get rid of goods.