In Part 1, we gave you tips for planning your date and location, choosing your sale items, and pricing your items. Now, we offer tips on advertising and organizing your sale! Advertise! Place ads in your local paper, on community bulletin boards, and by telling friends and family. Add your sale to Craigslist.com because your listing will show up on the online Yard Sale Treasure...
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You’ve heard it before, but it’s true – what’s cluttering your home may be just the treasure someone else has been searching for. Having a yard sale is a fantastic way to clean out rooms in your home and make a little extra cash while you’re at it, but it’s not for the faint of heart. It takes some planning to pull off a successful...
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Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away, and if you’re the lucky one who gets the honor of hosting your family and friends for that big and bountiful feast, now is a great time to start cleaning out your cabinets and taking inventory of your kitchen. Even if you’re not the host this year, you might be surprised at how beneficial it can be to...
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Summer 2011 – “The Yearlong, Month-by-Month Storage Plan” – Get your home in order—once and for all—with easy projects to improve every room. Homes and Gardens Special Publications, STORAGE, Summer 2011 Issue © Meredith Corp This issue is no longer available on newsstands, but copies can be purchased online at bhgspecials.zinio.com. The zinio format is compatible with ipad, android, Windows, and numerous other formats Kathy Jenkins...
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Keep Your Bathroom Clutter-Free – Certified Professional Organizer Kathy Jenkins of Come to Order reveals her favorite ideas to reorganize the most frequently used (and overlooked) room in your home. Homes and Gardens Special Publications, STORAGE, Spring 2011 Issue © Meredith Corp Your Life Electronically – Should you store your personal information digitally and online? Here’s how to weigh the risks and rewards to choose the best products and...
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