Handling Money at Your Garage Sale

## Starting change For a typical sale, start with about 20 one-dollar bills, 4 fives, 2 tens, and a roll of quarters. Our free Starting Cash Calculator sizes this to your sale. ## Keep cash on you Use a money apron or fanny pack instead of a cash box left on a table. Move large bills inside periodically. ## Accept digital payments Venmo, PayPal, or Cash App signs capture buyers who do not carry cash. Confirm the payment went through before handing over the item. ## Watch for scams Be cautious with large bills on small purchases early in the day, and never accept checks from strangers. ## Track as you go A simple cash tracking sheet tells you at the end of the day exactly what you made — and what sold best.