davinadavenport

By davinadavenport

24 January 2008 12:00

I’m starting to run out of room in my loft, so have decided to do my very own life laundry and have a clear-out – what should I do with all my “junk”?

Yours Expert Answer

Yours Answers Team

By Yours Answers Team


One man’s junk is another man’s treasure and lots of us have a host of unwanted “treasures” stashed away in the cupboard that could be turned into hard cash at a boot sale. It’s an enormously popular pastime, with around one million people going car-booting every week, summer and winter.  

Tips for sellers
* Visit your local site as a customer first, to find out how much people charge for things and how much a stall costs (usually around £5), and booking arrangements.

* Presentation is everything – arrange your goods neatly on a clean cover.

* People will haggle – don’t be put off, it’s all part of the fun!

* Bring plenty of loose change.

* You’ll probably be on your feet most of the morning, so don’t forget to wear sensible shoes and bring a garden chair to snatch a sit down when you can.

* A flask of tea and sandwiches are a good idea, although there’s usually a refreshment stall on site.

 

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Not everyone fancies pitching up a stall on a cold, wet Sunday morning, so Yours has launched a classifieds section in which you can post your items for free. You'll find everything from cars and computers to pets, collectibles and shopping coupons. 

Whether you are buying or decluttering your home with a sale, you'll find Yours Classifieds cheap convenient and easy to use. Visit Yours Classifieds.    


Further information
Keep your eyes peeled for car boot sale adverts in the local press and on roadside signs. Or find a car booter and tag along.

If you don't fancy standing outside in the cold - why not try selling on the online auction site, Ebay

What you can't sell, you can possibly give away by registering with your local Freecycle group

 

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