After the Sale: What to Do With Leftovers

The worst garage sale outcome is hauling everything back into the house. ## Same-day free pile As you close, move low-value leftovers to the curb with a FREE sign. Most of it will vanish by evening. ## Post the good stuff online Items worth more than 10-15 dollars deserve a second life on Facebook Marketplace. You already priced and photographed the good pieces — listing takes minutes. ## Donate the rest Schedule a charity pickup for the day after your sale so there is a deadline. Get a receipt — donations may be tax deductible. ## Record your results Fill in your sales summary sheet: gross sales, expenses, net proceeds, and best sellers. Next year's sale starts with this year's notes.