bearisgray

I am a follow the arrow/sign person when I go to Yard Sales.

1) For signs:

Make "YARD SALE" in huge letters, then an arrow with the point also huge - so it can be seen from across at least four lanes of traffic. Then if you want to add an address or more info in smaller letters that can be read from at least 20 feet away -

Hours open are also helpful.

2) Addresses are meaningless to me when I am "just out and about."

I passed several (I think) signs on the way home because I could not figure out which way to go in a timely fashion.

A line that is maybe 1/8 inch wide with the arrow point maybe 1/4 inch in total width - I can not see/read it in time.

Also - if you have several signs leading to your sale - keep them consistent - have something identifying about them so I know I have not lost the trail.

Also - please please please take your signs down when your sale is over.

If you have advertised your sale as being open from 9 to 5 - please still be open until 5. (Unless it is raining buckets or sleeting or some emergency has come up.)

2) I appreciate a sign that says "Most prices are negotiable" if the seller is willing to bargain. A "firm" on the price tag will indicate to me that "firm" it is.

3) Neatness and cleanliness do count. I did buy a grungy aluminum tea kettle because I liked the look of it - but I know that I am going to have to scrub grunge and old cooking grease for it. I will pay more for already cleaned up.

4) Free box is good - I've found some useful items in them.

Any additional suggestions from other "hunters of bargains"?