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What Not To Throw Away Before An Estate Sale
Everyday objects, old paperwork, tools, and tucked-away collections may deserve a second look.
Ordinary Items Can Have Value
Items that look ordinary can have value because of age, maker, condition, scarcity, or current demand. Vintage kitchenware, old advertising, costume jewelry, tools, paper ephemera, and forgotten boxes are all worth reviewing before disposal.
Hold Off On Big Donation Runs
Set aside clearly personal or sensitive material, but resist the urge to make large donation or trash runs before a professional walk-through. Context can help identify collections and match related pieces.
When In Doubt, Ask
When in doubt, leave an item in place and ask. A careful first review is faster than trying to recover something after it has been removed.