Complimentary Consultation
We offer a complimentary, personalized consultation to discuss your unique needs. Should an estate sale not align with your best interests, we will provide expert guidance, including recommendations for alternative solutions.
Estate Sale Agreement
Our Estate Sale Agreement outlines the clear provisions and mutual expectations between Kristine Joseph Estate Sales and our esteemed clients, ensuring a smooth and transparent process.
Professional Presentation
We supply all necessary tables and merchandising items, arranging and displaying your household treasures to highlight their value and appeal.
Careful Curation
Our team meticulously sorts and stages your estate items, ensuring nothing is overlooked. We kindly ask that you refrain from discarding any items before our arriva
Expert Valuation
Each item in your estate will be expertly appraised and priced to achieve the highest possible fair market value.
Property Protection
We offer comprehensive carpet protection throughout the home, available upon request or as needed.
Comprehensive Advertising
We handle all advertising for your estate sale, including online promotion through our website, email campaigns, and popular platforms such as EstateSales.net, EstateSales.com, Facebook, Craigslist, and local newspapers.
Distinctive Signage
Our eye-catching, distinctive signage is carefully placed throughout the area in accordance with local regulations, directing potential buyers to your sale.
Security Measures
We ensure the security of your home by safeguarding all areas throughout the process.
Permit Acquisition
If necessary, we will obtain all required city permits on your behalf.
Professional Representation
Kristine Joseph Estate Sales represents you and your family with the utmost professionalism and courtesy, ensuring a dignified and respectful experience.
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Our Rates
Kristine Joseph Estate Sales operates on a standard commission rate. For larger estates or sales that include motor vehicles, fine jewelry, or substantial coin collections, our commission is adjusted accordingly to reflect the value of these items.
We cover 100% of all advertising costs and any necessary permits from our earnings, with no minimum fees required. Our compensation is entirely based on our performance—there are no upfront fees. Commission fees are only deducted from the proceeds at the conclusion of the sale.
Before the sale...
Below are some key tasks we do for you to prepare for a successful sale.
During the sale
We understand the significance of each item in a sale, which is why we strive to offer a warm and welcoming experience for all our guests.
Our team is readily available to provide organized assistance, guiding you to find what you need while ensuring that your shopping experience is enjoyable.
With a focus on security, we keep your purchases safe and our checkout process efficient, so you can spend more time exploring. We also maintain policies around home sale requests, like footwear, to ensure the comfort and integrity of the space.
After the sale
Ensuring a seamless and professional wrap-up after your estate sale, with clear communication, responsible handling of unsold items, and timely finalization.
Following each estate sale, I ensure that post-sale arrangements are handled with the utmost care
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Weather-related pickups will be prioritized, so you can have peace of mind knowing that your needs will be accommodated.
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All signage cones and sales supplies will be swiftly removed, and tables will be cleared within 24 hours of the sale’s finish.
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Our dedication to excellent service extends beyond the sale itself, ensuring your space is left tidy and ready for the next chapter.
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We handle all charitable donations if desired. We can arrange for the donation of unsold estate items to a charity of your choice, or we can recommend one. Donations maybe tax-deductible, and Kristine Jospeh Estate Sales never takes ownership of any items.
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Finalization and payment phase ends with a detailed recap, keys will be returned, and full payment along with a close-out packet will be issued within 14 days after the sale.
Clean Out
After an estate sale, the last thing you want is to deal with the clutter left behind and clean the home. That’s where my team at Kristine Joseph Estate Sales comes in.
We specialize in clean-out services that ensure your space is left spotless and ready for its next chapter. Our commitment to professionalism and efficiency guarantees that the process will be quick and hassle-free. For details on pricing or to discuss your specific needs, please reach out today—I'm here to help!
Unlike garage or yard sales, estate sales are held on a larger scale and focus on selling the entire contents of a home following a significant life event. These items are meticulously organized, priced, and advertised to attract buyers who can freely explore the home during a multi-day event.
Maximize your sale and reach a wider audience with Kristine Joseph Estate Sales.
Unlike traditional estate sales, our hybrid approach combines the best of both worlds:
In-person shopping: Local customers can browse and buy items directly at the estate.
Online shopping: Your sale reaches a national audience who can shop 24/7 from the comfort of their homes.
Choose Kristine Joseph Estate Sales for a seamless hybrid estate sale experience.We love being asked this question! At Kristine Joseph Estate Sales, we're proud to be Michigan's frontrunners in hybrid estate sales – and we offer them at no additional cost to you. That means your items get 24/7 national exposure, allowing customers to browse from the comfort of their homes.
But that's not all! We're known for our strong moral code, a dedicated following of loyal customers, and complete transparency throughout the entire process. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge you need to feel confident about your estate sale.
An estate sale can be a valuable option for individuals facing significant life transitions. Here are some common scenarios where an estate sale might be a good choice:
Downsizing: Moving to a smaller home? An estate sale can help you declutter and sell items you won't need in your new space.
Senior Living: Transitioning to an independent living or assisted living community? An estate sale can help you downsize and monetize your belongings.
Loss of a Loved One: If you're the executor of an estate, an estate sale can help distribute assets and settle the estate efficiently.
Merging Households: Combining homes or a home with a storage unit? An estate sale can help you declutter and sell items you won't need in your combined space.
Divorce: Dividing assets and moving to new homes? An estate sale can help you sell items you won't need in your new living situation.
Relocation: Moving out of state or retiring? An estate sale can help you declutter and sell items you won't need in your new location.
As CAGA-certified appraisers, we collaborate with a network of reputable local and national auction houses, specialists, and authentication services to ensure your valuable items are handled with the utmost care. This rigorous process helps guarantee that no item is overlooked.
Our team is highly skilled in item evaluation, with a CAGA-certified appraiser on staff. We employ a comprehensive approach to pricing, leveraging exclusive forums, certified specialists, auction data, local market trends, and private memberships. By carefully analyzing these factors, we strive to determine the optimal selling price that maximizes your profits.
For more details, please refer to question prior.
Instead of focusing on discarding or donating items, prioritize identifying those that you or your family cherish. Start by exploring the kitchen, for instance. Perhaps you'd like to keep 5 mugs, a dish set, and some silverware. Pack these items away and leave the rest in the cupboards before moving on to the next room. You can always address donations and disposals after the estate sale.
To ensure your belongings are handled as you wish, please identify items you'd like to keep by placing a sticky note on them. This will make them easy to spot during our consultation tour. If an item isn't something you want to retain, simply leave it in place. Our team will handle the staging, organizing, and any necessary decisions about donations or disposal.
There's no need for you to organize, group items, or box things up. Remember, we can potentially sell almost anything. If you're unsure about an item's value, leave it behind. We're here to assist you and make those decisions.
Below is a brief overview of our estate sale process:
Schedule your free consultation.
The consultation.
Staying in touch or choosing dates.
Contract signing.
Setup, pricing, and advertising.
Estate sale.
Optional clearout service.
Collect your check.
Don't wait! Schedule your free consultation today. The earlier we can visit your home, the faster we can help you plan a successful estate sale. The only preparation needed before scheduling is to identify any items you'd like to keep or give to family and friends.
Depending on your timeline, there are two possible outcomes:
If the home is occupied: We'll stay in touch to receive updates on its status and schedule the estate sale once it's ready.
If the home is vacant and sale-ready: We'll proceed with choosing dates for the contract signing, our team's entry, and the estate sale itself.
There are absolutely no upfront costs, and the consultation is completely free.
We understand that life can be unpredictable. While our process works most effectively when clients have completely moved out, we have resources to help you stay on track and ensure a successful estate sale. If you're unsure about whether an estate sale fits your timeline, please contact us for personalized guidance.
Once the property is vacant, whether before or after the sale, we can tailor the estate sale to fit your specific timeline and situation.
Once you've identified items to keep and the property is vacant, we can schedule the estate sale. For optimal planning, we recommend contacting us 30 to 45 days before your preferred date. This allows us to ensure the best possible timing for your estate sale.
The commission is determined during the free consultation and varies based on factors such as the quality, condition, and quantity of items, as well as other home-specific details. To learn more, please call us or fill out our consultation request form.
The estate sale process generally takes 1-2 weeks from our initial entry to the final clear-out. However, each home is unique, and we tailor a customized plan for every client. The specific timeline for staging, pricing, advertising, and hosting the sale will be determined during your initial consultation.
The estate sale process generally takes 1-2 weeks from our initial entry to the final clear-out. However, each home is unique, and we tailor a customized plan for every client. The specific timeline for staging, pricing, advertising, and hosting the sale will be determined during your initial consultation.
Our post-sale clearout service is optional. Any items remaining after the estate sale can be left on the property for you to handle as you prefer.
Our goal is to maximize your profits. As experts in our field, our team is dedicated to evaluating each item and setting the ideal selling price. Combined with our interior design expertise and extensive advertising, we strive to sell a significant portion of your belongings, maximizing your financial returns.
You can expect to attract anywhere from 400 to over 1,000 attendees to your estate sale.
We tailor a unique advertising strategy for each home, ensuring that items of all value levels have ample exposure to find their ideal buyers. Your sale will be promoted on popular social media platforms, the leading estate sale website, our private email list, and through directional signage. Our professional photography, combined with expert staging, will make your items truly stand out in all sale advertisements.
We prioritize customer safety in every home. To ensure a safe shopping experience, we limit the number of people inside at once, mark potential hazards like steps with colored tape, and strategically position our staff to assist customers. For your added protection, we are fully insured.
We prioritize the safety and security of your home during the estate sale. To minimize traffic and ensure a safe environment, we limit the number of people inside at once, use "no parking" signs, caution off hazardous areas, and strategically position our team throughout the home to assist customers. For your added protection, we are fully insured and offer a Home Integrity Guarantee. Ask about this guarantee during your free consultation.