The Plan

Five Steps to a Stress-Free Sale

Preparing for an estate sale can feel like a big task—but with a little planning (and the right team), it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here’s how to make the process smooth and stress-free:

1. Decide What Stays

Before we begin, take time to walk through your home and mark the items you absolutely want to keep—family heirlooms, sentimental mementos, or pieces you can’t part with. While we’re trained to spot items with resale value, only you know what’s truly priceless.

2. Check With Kim First

Feeling ready to start tossing things? Hold off! What looks like “junk” to you could have surprising value—even in poor condition. Let us help you decide what’s trash and what’s treasure before anything heads to the curb.

3. Flag Any Hazards

Safety first. If there are loose floorboards, steep stairs, or tricky spots in the home, let us know. A quick heads-up helps keep everyone—our team and your buyers—safe throughout the sale.

4. Trust the Process

Once the planning is done, take a deep breath. We’ll treat your home and belongings with the utmost integrity and care. From staging to pricing to managing the crowd, we handle it all so you don’t have to.

5. Plan a Weekend Away

Watching a loved one’s belongings sell can be more emotional than expected. Give yourself permission to step away and enjoy something fun while we take care of everything.

“Our job is to make this as stress-free as possible. You deserve peace of mind during the process.”

– Kimberly Hagan