How to run your own living estate sale

What is a “living” estate sale?

A living estate sale is a sale run while you’re still in the driver’s seat: you’re alive, you chose the timing, and you’re clearing out on purpose. It’s the same weekend format buyers know — tables, tags, maybe an online catalog — but the story is transition, not tragedy.

That’s the brand we’re building: Living Estate Sales is for people selling everything and going on the road, right-sizing, or starting a new chapter — not only for estates after a death.

Step-by-step

1. Pick dates. Most sales are a weekend (or a few days). Check HOA or building rules if you need to.
2. Stage and price. Group like items, use clear tags, and price to move — you’re optimizing for empty space, not museum prices.
3. List for free. Post on Living Estate Sales with address, dates, and a short summary so local buyers can find you.
4. Promote. Neighbors, community boards, and word of mouth still drive a lot of traffic.
5. Run the sale. Cash and digital payments, bags for buyers, and a simple checkout flow at the door.
6. Close out. Donate, recycle, or schedule pickup for what’s left — then enjoy the extra room (or the open road).

Tips from the road

• Start sorting early — “maybe” piles become “no” piles faster than you think.
• Label rooms on multi-day sales so repeat visitors know what’s new.
• Keep a donation box running; it makes the last day less stressful.
• If you want online bidding for special items, you can use our companion app when you’re ready — open the listing app .