Frequently Asked Questions

We've collected answers to these frequently asked questions on all aspects of hiring us to do your estate sale. If you have a question that we didn't address or would like greater clarification on a question, then contact us at contact@girlfriendsestatesales.com.

For more information on shopping at one of our estate sales, please visit What to Expect When Attending a Sale.

Show all answers What is your process? What kinds of things do you sell? What should I throw away and what should I keep? How do you organize and display items? How do you advertise? What does your commission include? Should I sell my coins or fine jewelry to a shop? What about listing the big items for sale online ahead of time, like on Craigslist or OfferUp? Why can't I just do my own sale? My neighbor/ friend/ mail carrier want to buy something. Can't I just sell it myself? What do I have to do to help? I'm the executor, but I live far away. Can I still hire you for an estate sale? What do you do about clean up after the sale? May I attend the sale? Why should I sell my things? What if I only have a few things I want to sell? Do you have a separate antique business? How can I find out what my things are worth? Someone told me that my item is worth more! / I saw an item like mine on a T.V. show and they said that it was worth more! Someone told me that my sterling silver, cut glass, and china aren't as valuable as they once were. Is this true? Do you pay people for referring business to you? What do you do about bad checks or disputed credit card charges? How can I tell you are honest?