However, they entail lots of work. Items should be clearly displayed and marked with price tags. In spring, the Star Tribune offers a free garage sale kit with the purchase of a 6-line ad. The kit includes garage sale guidelines, balloons, price stickers and a sale log. Consignment Consider consigning items that you feel are too dear to give away.
Most consignment shops specialize, but a few stores sell everything from clothing to toys.
Call around to determine which shop would be the best fit for the your items. Make an appointment to bring your items in for reviewal. If your items are accepted, a contract is drawn up that states the asking price for the items and the percentage you and the consignment shop will receive from the sale. Most often, you will not receive payment until an item is sold. Sporting goods Selling used sporting goods is a booming business in the Twin Cities.