Seeking Out the Deals

What’s the best way to find estate sales? Check the classifieds under estate, garage or moving sales. Beware, though: Some people list their garage sales as estate sales just to entice potential buyers.

Also, look in the phone book under “estate sales.” There are specialists who arrange sales for a living, and they usually stretch the sale out over two to three days. Ask to be put on their mailing list. And if you’re looking for specific items, ask them to alert you when those pieces are available.