4 Things to sell prior to listing your home

by Ann Hayward 04/24/2023

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When you start the process of selling your home, there may seem like there’s an enormous amount of things that need to get done. However, by selling old and unused items, you can save time on packing things away and make some extra money in the meantime. 

Furniture

Moving large items in general it’s typically no light work, let alone furniture that may be older, and not in pristine condition. Selling older furniture gives you the chance to make room for newer items that may better fit the aesthetic of your new space after you sell your old home. 

Exercise equipment 

Do you have an old treadmill or dumbbells that are no longer being put to use? These items can be heavy and take up a great deal of space. A treadmill alone can range from 60 to 250 pounds on average - making it not the most ideal item to move and travel with. 

By selling these underused items you can make some extra cash, save time and the hassle of packing them up and away. 

Extra linens

One or two linens on their own don’t take up too much space, but over the years as you purchase more for those in your household, guests and different rooms many can amount over time. 

If you would like to get rid of any extra linens to decrease the amount of stuff you’ll need to move, consider selling your old linens online. If they are vintage, you may find that they’ll sell for even more cash. 

Old toys 

If you have kids or pets such as dogs and cats, no doubt toys can accumulate quickly throughout the years. A stuffed elephant here, a robo car there and before you know it there can be multiple bins worth of toys. 

You may find there are toys your kids no longer use or are interested in, meaning it may be time to let these items go. You can sell them or donate them to local charities who will redistribute the toys to kids within the community. 

By taking the time to comb through old pieces of furniture, toys, linens and other items - you can sort out high priority items and things no longer of value to simplify one step in the home selling process.



About the Author
Author

Ann Hayward

Born in Philadelphia and raised in the suburbs, Ann Hayward got her Pennsylvania real estate license at age 18 even before going to college. This second-generation real estate professional followed in the footsteps of her father and two uncles, inheriting their passion for the business. Licensed in DC, Maryland and Virginia, Ann is accomplished in her career, with numerous designations including SFR, SRES, PSA, WHC, and multiunit Housing Development Finance Professional (HDFP) from the National Development Council. She specializes in Prince Georges and Montgomery Counties, Northern Virginia and Washington, DC, all jurisdictions where Ann has lived and knows very well. In addition to her professional expertise, she owns and manages personal investment property, understands and has been involved in the renovation/remodeling process, and has great resources which she shares with clients. When you hire Ann to represent you, she will make your buying or selling experience an enjoyable, rewarding one. Her compassion, sensitivity to her clients’ needs, eye for detail, and ability to see the big picture when guiding you through a purchase or sale are unique assets that will ensure your success. A diverse and relevant background also gives Ann a distinct edge. For 30 years, she worked in fast-paced, high-pressure television and theatrical production, attaining the highest achievement – DGA membership as a Director, and as an award-winning staff and freelance writer. Her keen audio visual skills and design sense benefit sellers in marketing their properties, and are invaluable in helping buyers see the potential of space. A true renaissance woman, Ann was also an income tax professional and office manager for H&R Block, so she thoroughly understands the tax and financial implications of acquiring and selling real estate. Her superior organizational skills are further evidenced as owner of a downsizing/professional organizing business, Managed For You, which allows her to connect with everyone from millennials to boomers and seniors, whether for small space planning or assisting with major decluttering and transitioning. Ann holds an AB in American History from Simmons College, Boston, plus attended Robert Wagner Graduate School of Public Administration where she was a candidate for Doctorate. She additionally studied Film Direction at the American Film Institute in LA, and was a Stanford University post-graduate Professional Journalism Fellow. Personally, Ann is an avid if not very good golfer, and the co-founder of a nonprofit 501c3 organization offering educational guidance, tutoring and counseling for youngsters from elementary school through college admission. She sits on the board of trustees of a nonprofit educational film production corporation as well. (202) 494-6252 [email protected]