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If your closets are overflowing, you have no idea what's stored under your bed, or the thought of trying

to find something in your attic is frightening,

it's time for a yard sale.

I'll give you some great tips to organize a sale that makes people want to spend money

and leaves a lot of cash in your pocket.

After making the decision to relocate from Central Florida to the San Francisco Bay Area.

By the end of 2012, my husband and I knew it was the perfect time

to have a huge yard sale and get rid of lots of stuff.

Although I can't say having a garage sale is easy.

It can really pay off.

When you're ready to get rid of unused items,

downsize to a smaller place, or just raise some cash.

Follow these eight tips to get the most out of your next yard sale.

Tip number one, deliver notices.

At least two weeks before your sale,

create a letter or flyer to notify everyone in your neighborhood,

building, or workplace about your upcoming sale. List the sale date. your

neighborhood, building, or workplace about your upcoming sale.

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