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FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions)
Chicago Estate Liquidation - Estate & Moving Sales Chicago IL
We have listed a few of the most common FAQ's we have received regarding Chicago area estate liquidation sales and estate sale services.
Q: What is an Estate Sale?
A: An estate sale is the liquidation of a home's entire contents, often due to the illness or passing of a loved one. Hospitalization or long term care can be very expensive; in some cases an estate sale may be necessary as a means to help pay for these costs. In the broader sense, estate sale services may be used by individuals who are moving, or empty nesters who are simply downsizing. Typically in Chicago, estate sales will be conducted over a two or three day period depending on the size and contents.
Q: How can I get the most value for my items?
A: First and foremost, if you are considering an estate sale liquidation we strongly encourage you to NOT throw anything out prior to meeting with us. Items of unknown value are frequently overlooked as worthless when in fact they can command a surprising return for you. Through expert care and knowledge, we value your belongings to ensure the maximum return is obtained.
Q: Why hire a professional?
A: Holding your own estate sale involves a tremendous amount of preparation, far more than people realize. It demands a great deal of your time, organization and research. Even then, the most common pitfall is your items of value go unknown and sold for a couple of dollars to those who do know. In addition, there are multiple traps to navigate which these combined conditions create, especially during what is already a stressful time with emotions high and energy low. At the end, despite all your hard work and time invested, you can have very little to show for your efforts. Hiring a professional circumvents these issues, provides you greater profits, and frees you to go about your life.
Q: What's the difference between an Estate Sale and garage sale?
A: In a garage sale, the owner rids themself of select unwanted items. These items range from children’s cast off toys and clothing to miscellaneous household odds 'n ends. The sale is contained outside in the garage or driveway and is run by the owner.
Estate Sales, on the other hand, are the sale of the entire contents within a home. In many ways they are representative of someone’s life; the lifelong possessions and collections of a person’s parents or grandparents. As a rule, they are conducted by experienced full-time professionals contracted by the family or their executors. Specialized knowledge and expericence are key in estate sales.
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