You've got lovely things you no longer need, and selling them yourself feels like the obvious move. List them on Facebook Marketplace or Kijiji, pocket the cash — easy, right?
Maybe. But if you've ever actually tried it, you know it's rarely that simple. Before you spend your evenings playing salesperson, here's a little honest advice from people who do this every day.
Selling It Yourself
The endless messages that go nowhere. You'll answer the same question a dozen times before anyone's truly interested.
The haggling starts before they've even seen it. You can end up letting a cherished piece go for a fraction of its real worth.
They swear they're coming at six. Six comes and goes. You've rearranged your evening for someone who never turns up.
And then there's the part nobody likes to think about: inviting people you've never met into your home. Your peace of mind is worth something too.
Could you make a little more selling it yourself? Honestly — maybe.
But here's what that “bit more” actually costs you: evenings spent waiting on people who don't show, fielding lowball offers, answering “is it still available?” for the hundredth time, and opening your door to strangers. When you consign with us, all of that simply becomes someone else's job — ours. We handle the pricing, the people, and the selling, while your treasures sit safely on our shelves in front of buyers who are already here to shop.
The Smart Play
“Consign first. Sell the rest later.”
If something doesn't sell with us, you can always try Marketplace or a yard sale afterward. But consign first — and you've given your treasures the best shot at their true value, with none of the hassle. At the very least, you'll know you tried to get what they're really worth.
Ready to Skip the Hassle?
See just how easy consigning can be — we'll walk you through every step. Gather up a box of quality pieces and let your treasures find their next home the easy way.