When do i need an estate sale?

Has a loved one passed on?
Moving?
Probate liquidation necessary?
Downsizing?
Selling real estate and need to get it ready?
Business liquidations?
Lawyer directed liquidations?
These are just some of the great reasons to have an Estate Sale. We take all of the chores and hassle from you. 

How do i get ready for an estate sale?

• Don't throw anything away!
• Consult with our experts through a free consultation.
• After consultation decide what the family will keep and what will be liquidated, before the sale.
• Furniture that is to be kept, should be taken out prior to the start of the sale setup or grouped in a closed off room where nothing is for sale.
• Choose personal records, papers, and memorabilia for early removal. If we find more of these items while setting up, they are set aside for family approval. 
• We may recommend bug bombs, ozone generators, or temperature control to make your house more attractive to all shoppers.
• We will help you examine deed restrictions and local ordinances to allow for the sale.
• We will acquire legal rights with you to authorize the sale, if requested.

What is the selling process?

• After the initial consultation we will draw up a contract, which protects you!
• We will take great care to explain this process to your senior relatives or the estate trustees.
• We arrange your furniture & precious items so that they are attractive and accessible.
• Our expert pricers do further research & then price the items to sell at max profit.
• Pictures are taken to be added to our website.
• We arrange a walk-thru as clients request.
• We market & advertise the estate sale liquidation.
• On the morning of the sale our team uses strategic placement of area-specific and area allowed signage.
• The 2 or 3 day estate sale is conducted!! 
• The week following the sale a clean up is done as we have agreed. For fee clean out specialists are recommended to make your home look its best when on the market.
  
• Charities will be recommended for additional items still in home.
  
• You get a check within 10 days!!! 

ETIQUETTE when buying at an estate sale

• Children under 15 are not allowed at most sales. Please ask before bringing them in.
• Sold tables are provided for your convenience, please purchase reserved items.
• Larger purses are not allowed, though bags left at the checkout are great.
• Please plan for your personnel to move larger, heavier items to your vehicle.
• All purchases are as is & final. Inspect all merchandise for flaws before payments.
• We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express and, of course, cash. Personal checks not accepted.
• We charge local sales tax unless dealers present a resale certificate & number.
• Client provided sold tags throughout the estate sale are not allowed.
• Please don't block neighbor driveways.
• Please bring wrapping, bags, & packaging as our supplies are limited.
• We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. Loud & argumentative persons will be asked to leave.
• Please remove sold items quickly. Items left after the end of the sale are the property of the original owner.
• Please obey signs.
• Ask staff for available restrooms.

Do i pay upfront for the sale?

At Stuart Estate Sales there are NO upfront costs for your home or business liquidation or estate sale!

How are expensive items priced?

Jewelry items are in depth analyzed and may be appraised at no additional charge.
Our team does extensive research on all antiques, china and more expensive or collectible items.
The involvement of outside experts is used as necessary and at no additional charge. 
All items in the home are priced to sell and for maximum profit to the home/business owner or estate trustee. 

I need more information...

We would LOVE to talk to you. Please know that your consultation is always free. 
Give us a call at  : 
832-652-4805
​Shoot us an email at :
stuart@stuartestates.com

How Much do you charge for an estate sale?

You will book a free consultation to show us your home, warehouse or business. After that, a percentage of sales will be agreed upon.

We charge a sliding scale based on the sale. Our rates are low and competitive! We agree on the commission BEFORE the sale.

​There are NO upfront costs or hidden fees.
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We DO NOT charge extra for advertising-see our contract! 

Where will you advertise my sale?

 We may advertise your sale in the Greensheet , the Houston Chronicle and local newspapers, at no additional cost to you!
​ We are listed on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Yelp and major search engines.
We often list our sales on estatesales.net and estatesale.com

Does It Take A Long Time? 

ABOUT TWO WEEKS OR QUICKER FOR SET-UP, DEPENDING ON YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS.
THE ESTATE SALE MAY BE 1 TO 3 DAYS.

WHAT IS MY JOB DURING THE SALE?

DON'T BE THERE - Relax!!! WE'LL HANDLE IT. GIVE US A TELEPHONE NUMBER. 

What about SALES TAX?

WE SEND SALES TAX COLLECTED TO THE STATE, AND COLLECT RE-SELLER CERTIFICATES.