Professional Estate Sales & Services
The Estate Pros are your one-stop-shop for all of your estate related needs. Professionally managed Estate Sales, Donation Services, Junk Removal & more. You don’t have to lift a finger, we will do everything for you!
Michigan’s #1 Estate Sale Company
With over 15 years of experience and more than 5,000 successfully completed estate sales, donations & clean outs, the Estate Pros are the most trusted estate sale company in Michigan. We are bonded, licensed & insured and our team has the qualified appraisers and industry leading liquidation experts needed to get the job done right.
Professional Estate Sales
Looking to sell your stuff? The Estate Pros have the experience & expertise necessary to maximize profits and get the job done right!
House Clean Outs & Donations
Can’t have an Estate Sale? We provide complete ONE DAY donation & clean out services.
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Looking for professional movers to safely relocate your items? The Pros will help you get settled into your new home!
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Professional Estate Sales
The Estate Pros pay meticulous attention to every detail as we handle each aspect of your estate sale from start to finish.
Our experts will work with you from the initial free consultation to the complete execution of your estate sale and everything in between. You don’t need to lift a finger, the Estate Pros will take care of everything for you!
How Our Estate Sale Service Works
The Estate Pros tailor every estate sale to fit the specific needs of each of our clients. Our process is comprehensive and easy:
Pre Sale
- Start by scheduling a FREE consultation to discuss your specific needs & goals. When ready, choose a weekend to schedule your estate sale.
- Once scheduled, advertising begins and your estate sale listing is posted to our national network of shoppers via the Estate Pros website, major estate sale industry websites, social media, etc.
Week Of Sale
- Next, the Pros team will visit your home a few days prior to the estate sale in order to set up, merchandise and price all of your sale items using our boutique-style retail approach.
- Let the selling begin! Your estate sale is managed and executed by our team of professionals over the course of a 1-3 day period (usually weekends).
Post Sale
- After the estate sale, your settlement payment and detailed estate sale transaction report are issued within 7-10 business days.
- To finish up, the Pros will empty your home by donating and cleaning out the remaining unsold items (if requested). The house is empty, broom swept & vacuumed and you’re done – it’s that easy!
Southeast Michigan Estate Sale Service Area
The Estate Pros have been proudly serving Oakland, Macomb and parts of Livingston, Genesee, Lapeer & Wayne counties for the past 15 years. No matter what your situation calls for, the Estate Pros are here to help!
The Estate Pros Difference
Experience
Over 15 years of service with more than 5,000 successfully completed estate sales, liquidations, donations & clean outs.
Professional
Our team has the qualified appraisers and industry leading liquidation experts needed to get the job done right.
Safe
We are licensed, bonded & insured. You can feel confident knowing our services are private, safe and secure.
Results
Ranked in the top 50 estate sale companies in America, delivering millions of dollars in estate proceeds to our valued clients every year.
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Canton, MI 48188
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Liquidation Value: $35,000
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Royal Oak, MI 48073
Liquidation Value: $14,500
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What is an Estate Sale?
Estate sales are used as a means of liquidating and selling personal property, either your own, or on behalf of a family member, friend, etc. Estate sales usually contain far more items than your typical garage sale or yard sale and often take place inside a residence. They are designed to sell as many household contents as possible in a short period of time, frequently 2-3 days. In most cases, completely emptying the home is the desired outcome of an estate sale. Learn more.
Why Have an Estate Sale?
Why do most people have an estate sale? In short, estate sales are a terrific way to sell stuff at a great value in a shortened time period. They are the best way to reach a large buying audience looking for specific household items and goods. Not to mention, the average estate sale grosses nearly $20,000!
The top five reasons to have an estate sale are:
- Death
- Moving
- Downsizing
- Divorce
- Debt
How Do Estate Sales Work?
Estate sales commonly consist of opening up a residence to the public and allowing them to purchase personal property items such as furniture, artwork, decor, jewelry, vehicles, etc. Most estate sales occur over the course of a weekend, with some having dates scheduled on weekdays such as Thursday and Friday.
Most Estate Sales Typically:
- Occur inside of a home, condo, or apartment.
- Are open to the public.
- Occur over the course of 2-3 days.
- Offer a large variety of personal items, etc.
- Are merchandised like a boutique retail environment to boost sales.
- Sell everything: furniture, artwork, decor, housewares, clothing, etc.
- Have most individual items priced.
- Discount items as the sale progresses.
- Are managed by professionals, unless very small.
If the items are valuable or the situation is complex, estate sales are best conducted by professionals such as the Estate Pros.
How to Have an Estate Sale
Estate sales usually occur in the seller’s home or in the home of someone for whom the estate sale is being conducted. Most estate sale items are typically marked with descriptions and prices, allowing shoppers to browse and pick the items they want. Once ready to purchase, the shopper pays the individual or company conducting the estate sale.
You can run your own estate sale or pay to have an estate sale company do it for you. Hiring an estate sale company removes all of the labor, burden, and stress. However, keep in mind most estate sale companies typically charge a commission of 30% to 50% of the estate sale.
Or you can hire an estate sale company like Estate Pros!
How Much Does it Cost to Have an Estate Sale?
As previously mentioned, most estate sale companies usually charge a commission of 30% to 50% of the estate sale. However, if you decide to run an estate sale on your own, you will have to pick up all of the costs yourself. Here are some typical expenses you may incur:
Supplies
- You will most likely need a way to organize and price your estate sale items, etc. This may include purchasing folding tables, shelving units, boxes, sorting containers, etc. You will also need a way to clearly identify what each item will cost. This includes buying price tags, stickers, and perhaps even a pricing gun.
- Additionally, you may consider buying floor protection or shoe covers to protect your carpets, etc. Don’t forget to buy the advertising signs you’ll need to place at the end of the street and in your driveway as well! Be mindful, as all of these costs will start to stack up.
Advertising
- How will people know about your estate sale? You’ve got to advertise! You can advertise for free on social media, Craigslist, NextDoor App, etc. If you’d like to spend a few bucks, you can even spring for some ads on estate sale industry websites such as EstateSales.net and EstateSale.com.
- These sites are tailored specifically to individuals looking to shop at estate sales. It may cost you $100 or so to list on each of these sites, but it’s well worth it as it’s highly targeted marketing to individuals looking for estate sales.
Labor
- Hopefully, you’ll have some friends and family available to assist you in running your estate sale. Otherwise, you may have to pay a few people to help out.
- Consider the need for the following roles: cashier, door person for greeting and security, and a few people to walk around and assist shoppers.
Permits
- Make sure to check with your city, township, or county to see if any permits are required and how much they will be.
Go With The Pros!
Overwhelmed? The Estate Pros are here to help! No matter what your situation is – big or small estates, estates with older or outdated items, estates with location restrictions, etc. We can handle any situation, location type, or size – GUARANTEED!
