Comments on: Tightwad Tuesday: Bargain Shopping at Yard Sales

By: 18 Secrets To A Successful Yard Sale | Frugal Dad

18 Secrets To A Successful Yard Sale | Frugal Dad — Sat, 02 May 2009 10:01:47 +0000

[...] Have plenty of change on hand. The day before the yard sale I usually make a run by the bank to get some smaller bills and rolled coins. $50 in quarters, ones [...]

By: How To Iron Shirt | The Wisdom Journal

How To Iron Shirt | The Wisdom Journal — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 22:13:54 +0000

[...] of ways to be frugal with your life. You can make your own laundry detergent, cut your own hair, shop at yard sales, of grow your own vegetables. All are great ideas! Another thing you can do is stop using the [...]

By: 26 Ways To Make Extra Money | The Wisdom Journal

26 Ways To Make Extra Money | The Wisdom Journal — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:31:56 +0000

[...] Know your antiques? Spend your weekends scouting those garage sales, thrift stores, estate auctions, and flea markets to score old treasures on the cheap. Do some [...]

By: savvyshopper67

savvyshopper67 — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:18:39 +0000

I am a huge fan of this store called Susie’s Deals!

They carry clothes for everyone, men’s, women’s, and kids too. I always know that I can walk in to one of their stores a come out with a big bag of really cute stylish stuff for $25! Everything in the store is sold for $5.99 or less and you can even find things that are 2 for $5.99!

I have bought some really nice name brand things at this store and given them to friends and family for Christmas. People have NO idea that these nice items only cost me $5.99 each .. It’s Awesome!

I urge you to check them out, because you only have one store on your site that carries clothing and this store appeals to everyone! And they have a web site where you can also shop online or snatch an e-coupon to use at the store, and if you spend $50 the shipping is FREE which is a definite plus!

Their web site is http://www.susiesdeals.com they have store in California, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah too.

By: MichelleH

MichelleH — Mon, 19 May 2008 18:19:26 +0000

Hi Lynnae,
I second that on church garage sales – they are wonderful. I went to one last week and got a great deal (it was after lunch and they were ready to bargain!). I got a queen size airmattress with three separate pumps, (electric, manual and car), a Trivial Pursuit game, a pair of capris, and 3 small vases—all for $6.00! I was dubious about the airmattress – thought it might have a hole but took it home and checked and no holes! Yea for garage sales!

By: Prime Time Money: Regular Ole Roundup | Prime Time Money

Prime Time Money: Regular Ole Roundup | Prime Time Money — Sun, 18 May 2008 21:55:00 +0000

[...] Lynnae from Being Frugal shares some great tips for doing bargain shopping at yard sales. [...]

By: Jan

Jan — Sun, 18 May 2008 19:27:06 +0000

I’ve been garage sailing all my life and I”d like to add one tip: if you see something you might buy, pick it up and hold on to it until you decide!

By: Sunday Surprise: Round Up Edition

Sunday Surprise: Round Up Edition — Sun, 18 May 2008 10:22:13 +0000

[...] Being Frugal – Lynnae shares a great list of tips for an effective yard sale trip. [...]

By: Mydailydollars

Mydailydollars — Tue, 13 May 2008 16:05:56 +0000

Great tips! I like the idea of making a list. . . that way you have a few ideas in mind when you’re looking. Too bad you weren’t able to stop by my garage sale last week. I sold a great food dehydrator for $3!

By: Liana Ottaviano

Liana Ottaviano — Tue, 13 May 2008 15:34:52 +0000

I’m an avid garage-sale shopper — practically every weekend in the on-season. Your tips are spot on. In terms of planning a route, I’ve often wondered if there is any (free) software out there that will allow you to type in multiple addresses and have it map the ideal route of travel. Does anyone know of/use something like this?

If you have a small car like I do, it is worth it to ask the seller if they can hold your big purchases for later pick-up when you can come by with a larger vehicle. Just make sure to remember where you bought what!

If a seller is unwilling to bargain early in the day for something you really want, go back later, or get their phone number to call later to see if it has sold yet. If they still have it late in the day they’ll be glad to hear from you.

Along with your own checklist, ask friends about items they are looking for. If you see something on their list, call them on your cell phone and let them know. If you each cover different areas of town, you can divide and conquer.

I also like to carry hand-sanitizer/handi-wipes with me. Some sales have dusty/grimy stuff to look through.