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Secrets to a Successful Yard Sale

Here's an easy way to empty your garage and closets while filling your wallet with cash. Use these 10 tips to ensure your yard sale is a success.

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Recruit a few friends or family members to throw the yard sale with you. More people hosting means more items, which draw a larger crowd -- and you can all split the cost of the ad and signs.

Tip: Keep things fair by marking all items with initials or color-coded price tags so you can keep up with who has sold what.

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