Choosing a company to run your estate sale is often one more annoying task during a time that is already stressful. How can you know which company is best for you? The answer is that your choice depends on your personal goals.
Companies have a wide range of fees and commissions. One company can charge a commission of 30% of total sales with no minimum. Another can charge up to a 50% commission with a minimum commission of $2,000 to $5,000. Other companies charge additional fees for setup, advertising or other services. If your goal is to pay the least amount for a sale, then you may want the former. But you may prefer the latter if efficiency without regard to your personal needs is your priority.
Low cost companies usually scrimp on important tasks, such as creating an attractive buying experience and doing the research necessary to maximize your return on sales. Their sales can look chaotic and disorganized. For the high cost companies, you are just one of many sales they run in any given week, so you may not get the personal attention you need from the most qualified people. Their sales can be cookie cutter affairs that make more money for the company than the client.
Lolly & Pop's prefers the middle ground. In return for our commission, we design a sale that is unique to your possessions and personal circumstances. We pride ourselves on performing diligent research on your cherished collectibles and on displaying your estate in a way that best encourage buyers. Our process is simple and comprehensive - we provide the best service for the best price in the industry.