08/09/2026
Resharing this post from two years ago because itās true and helpful. It will help those that need it. šāØ
šHereās a trick if you are helping your parent(s) or a friend or loved one go through their items to donate/sell whether needing to move, downsize, or just lighten the loadā¦
Remember itās easier on you because you donāt have any emotional attachment to this stuff but they do.
So a trick that I do at every house visit when someone isnāt sure is I have them tell me about it - where they wore the top? Their favorite meal they loved to cook in the potā¦let them talk and share the memories and just get that out. Reminisceā¦š„° (to you it may look like a beat up heavily used pan or overly worn out top - but thatās not the case to them)
Often times itās not the thing itself they are struggling to let go of - itās the connection to those memories. Thatās the part they donāt want to lose.
I often find myself laughing and crying with my consignors as they share their memories with me. Iām grateful to help be the bridge to help families in this very difficult time.
Honestly, the downsizing/right sizing/estate emptying doesnāt take much skill but more so patience and empathy & knowledge of where to go with the stuff to get the most money with the less hassle, TIME & muscle and trucks to move all the things! (My team helps with all of that.) š
I know time isnāt something many have in this situation but allowing the loved one who is attached the most talk through some memories will make a difference and lighten the tension with all involved. Trust me on this. Get them sharing memories and just talking about some of them with get them in a place where they will physically be able to let go of the object. It works like magic. It lightens the tension so much.
Now, if youāre a family with lots of members and struggling to agree about what to do - this is also my specialty. I walk thru and give my opinion if traditional estate sale, auction or consigning is best & give you all the options. I can tell you what the market is bringing on certain items. Iām honest even if someone says itās going for more on eBay doesnāt mean you will actually get that on eBay. š Iāve had lots of practice in this area and have found that itās my special skill - mediating families about all the stuff. š¤
My house visits donāt cost you anything but your time. However, there is a waiting list. If you may be interested in these services, donāt hesitate to call us and get a house visit scheduled. **If you sell your home with us you also get a much higher consignment rate making you even more money. Win win.
No matter what your situation is - my team and I are thrilled to help you. We have so many strong bonds and friendships with the families weāve helped so far and I know without a doubt this is why I was put on this earth.
To the families who have trusted us the past 4.5 years - thank you for showing me my purpose and letting me absolutely geek out over your items and cherish your incredible memories with you.
You are all a gift.
-Alisha
