Yard Sale Season!

Yard sale season is in full swing which means the opportunity to score some great things for very little money. There are a few things you can do to maximize your haul. First- devote the day to yard sales. Plan your route the night before. Your local newspaper as well as Craigslist are great places to get listings for yard sales. Look for neighborhood and multi-family yard sales, as these have the best chance of having more items. Pick sales that close together so you can hit more in a small amount of time. Second- Make a list of items you specifically are looking for. Someone else's trash can be your treasure, but you don't need it, someone else's junk becomes your junk. If you make a specific list you are likely to end up sticking to it. Third- Get up early! You need to be prepared to be at the yard sales when they open. The best items tend to be gone in the first hour or so, so keep that in mind as you plan your route. Fourth and finally- Bring a variety of cash. Make sure you have some change and a variety of bills. This makes check out easier for you and also allows you to bargain. Yard sales can be a ton of fun and help you save a lot of money on great items. Please keep in mind safety when shopping for baby items. Car seats should never be purchased used unless it is from someone you know and trust. It is very, very important that the car seat has never been in an accident. Also, make sure with used cribs, swings, and bouncers that you do a quick search to make sure there have never been any recalls on the items. Most importantly when yard sailing- have fun!