You Have Questions. We Have Answers.

Where should I start?  You should seek the advice of a professional estate sale or auction company to determine what avenue you should take.  Maybe I'm a bit partial, but I suggest calling RoundtheClock. 

"There is so much clutter - it's all junk.  Should I Throw Anything Away?"  ABSOLUTELY NOT.  Please do not throw anything away.  People buy (almost) everything at an estate sale or an online auction.  I have seen people buy a half of a roll of aluminum foil at an estate sale... Literally.  Why throw something away when there is potential for profit?  There is no harm in waiting before tossing.

Would It Be Cheaper to Sell Everything Myself Instead of Using an Estate Liquidation Company? There are many reasons why you should use a professional estate liquidator versus conducting the sale yourself.  A few reasons are:

     ~ Pricing:  An estate sale is not a garage sale.  Estate sale enthusiasts expect to pay a little more at an estate sale vs. a garage sale because the quality of items is nicer.  Using a reputable liquidation company commands a higher price as well.
     ~ Turnout: Estate Liquidation companies have various methods to drive people to a sale.  They also have a large following.  RoundtheClock has had as many as 57,000+ clicks preceding an advertised estate sale* (which led to a massive turnout of buyers). 
     ~ Time and Profit: Preparing for a successful sale takes time.  Many hours are invested into staging items and pricing.  Most people (who conduct the sale on their own) actually lose money when factoring time spent vs. buyer turnout vs. sales results.  It is better to use a liquidation company that is reputable, and has a track record of success.

* - certain conditions applied (ie: volume & quality of items advertised, size of sale, location, and weather)

What Makes RoundtheClock different from it's competitors?  We are proud to say that there are many things that make us noticeably different from other liquidation companies.  A few examples are:

     ~ Most of our competitors only handle larger estates in an effort to maximize their profit. RTC (RoundtheClock) realizes that large estates are equally as stressful & overwhelming as a smaller estate, so we try to come up with solutions for everyone - regardless of size.

     ~ Most of our competitors charge excessive upfront fees in addition to a commission structure.  Clients are seen as "just another number," and another opportunity to make money.  Liquidating an estate usually comes with a hefty price which is often unfair to the client.  We literally founded RoundtheClock to combat this mentality, and to give families an alternative option.  We are proud to offer ZERO upfront fees, a low retainer fee*, and a commission structure that is comparable (if not lower) to our competitors.  We tackle every sale with empathy - and cognizant of what the family may be going through (emotionally).

* - our retainer fee varies based upon the size, conditions, and terms of the estate.  For example: an estate that requires a dumpster and more labor (to eliminate trash and other useless items) will command a higher retainer fee than a smaller estate with no need for a dumpster and less labor cost.   

     ~ Most companies only specialize in one option (in person estate sale, or online auction). RoundtheClock actually specializes in both!  We start by determining which option is best for the estate - not our pocket.  For example:  Coins, high end jewelry, and rare collectibles draw a larger audience in our online auction network vs. an in person estate sale.  However, general household items and collectibles (glassware, figurines, etc) tend to do better in person vs. online. 

When an estate has a combination of the two, we will do what's best for the estate / family - and (sometimes) suggest both options. 

and Finally

     ~ Most liquidation companies ONLY handle the sale of items within the home - not the actual sale of the home.  RoundtheClock can actually handle BOTH.  Melissa is a licensed real estate agent (with Assist-to-Sell Realty).  They provide the same experience as another real estate company but at a fraction of the cost (much lower commission).  This gives more money back to the family / estate, and less into the pockets of the real estate company.

It's the right thing to do for our clients.