Estate Sale Question and Answers

There are many questions that come with selling or purchasing items through an estate sale. Below are the most common questions and answers from estate sale sellers and buyers. We invite you to contact us if your question is not listed below.

Estate Sale Seller FAQs

Below is a list of our most common frequently asked question from estate sale sellers. Click on the expanable icon to see the answer for each question. While this is a long list, we understand that you may have additional questions or concerns. Give us a call at (470) 626-3377 and get a personalized answer for your question.

  • What is an estate sale?

    An estate sale is an excellent way to sell and/or liquidate a family estate and personal belongings or dispose of unwanted and unneeded items when downsizing or relocating your home or business. The estate sale will be held in the home or business and the public will be given the opportunity to purchase any items priced for sale.

  • Why should I consider an estate sale?

    Common reasons for holding an estate sale may include the death of a loved one, divorce, downsizing or relocating a home or business, providing guidance to an Executor or Trustee of a Will, moving, relocation of a family member to a retirement community, nursing, or assisted living facility.

  • What kind of items do you sell?

    We sell Furniture, clothing, tools, appliances, jewelry, artwork, antiques, collectibles, garden equipment, vehicles and almost any household item.   We suggest that you do not donate anything prior to your estate sale consultation. Something that may seem like junk to you, is a treasure to someone else. 

  • What are your fees or costs?

    Bulldog Estate Sales is paid a gross commission. That commission comes from items sold during your estate sale. Our commission fees are typically 40-45%. Commission fees and minimum for your sale will be determined once we have had the chance to view the items inside the home. When we meet for the initial consultation, we are able to evaluate the time necessary to prep the home, the number of staff necessary to prep and facilitate the sale, and the number of staff needed for the sale. Based on the initial consultation, we can determine the commission. Please note that we may quote lower commissions on specific items-e.g., motorcycles, high end automobiles, RV’s, and boats.

  • Do you carry insurance for my estate sale?

    Yes. We carry a $2M event liability insurance policy that covers our team, the shoppers at the estate sale and the items that we are contracted to sell. We name our clients as certificate holders during the weekend of the sale to further protect you against any claims or liability. 

  • What legal requirements are needed for contracting of an estate sale?

    If you are the personal representative of an estate, we will need to have a photocopy of the legal documents that authorize you to sell or dispose of the property. This information is often located within the will or is known as a “letter of testamentary”.


    The estate is responsible for disconnecting the gas, electric, and water from any appliances which are to be sold. The furnace and air conditioner must be in working order before the set-up process and the water, gas, and electric must be turned on and kept on throughout the sale process. We do not need a phone line.

  • What about items that I want to keep?

    Before calling Bulldog Estate Sales, we suggest that you remove anything from the home or property that you want to keep. This will eliminate any confusion when our team meets with you during our examination and evaluation. 

  • When should I have my estate sale?

    This is a great question and one that we get asked often. Estate sales can be held year round. The "estate sale season" is typically during the Spring and Summer. However, sales that happen in the Fall and Winter have the potential to do a little better as they don't have to compete with yard sales, garage sales, pool days and shoppers being on vacation. 

  • How long will the estate sale be held?

    The typical estate sale will take place over a 2-3 day period. Depending on inventory, the estate sale could be as long as 4 days. Our team will consult with you on the best schedule and length of your estate sale. 

  • How will items be priced?

    Our team will research and price your items competitively to ensure that they are priced to sell. Items will sell at full price on the first day and typically at a 25% discount on the second day and a 50% discount on the third day. 

  • Should I be at my estate sale?

    Our team will handle your estate sales and items in your estate sale with compassion and professionalism. We do ask that all interested parties remain off site during the sale. There are often many emotions and stressful triggers that come with selling of items from you and your loved ones. We will send you a recap of your estate sale daily to keep you in the loop on how things are progressing. 

  • How will my estate sale be advertised?

    About 2-3 weeks prior to your estate sale we will begin our marketing efforts. This includes advertising to our registered buyers, advertising on social media, advertising on our website, advertising in your local area and advertising on numerous nationwide estate sale buyer websites. You do not pay anything for the advertising or marketing of your estate sale. 

  • What happens with unsold items?

    We will discuss the options for unsold items during our initial consultation. Some options include donating items to charity, placing items in storage, boxing up to get ready for movers or letting you handle on your own. Rates will vary based on the option that you choose. 

  • Do you offer cleaning services?

    Light cleaning after your sale including sweeping and small trash removal are included in our services. We do offer a full clear out, trash removal, junk removal and boxing up items as additional services. 

  • When will I be paid?

    Estate payments will be issued within 3-5 business days after the conclusion of your sale. 

Estate Sale Buyer FAQs

Got a question? We’re here to help.

  • Where do you hold estate sales?

    Bulldog Estate Sales operates estate sales in Northwest Georgia, West Georgia and the North Atlanta area. Visit the Areas We Serve page to see a full list of where we hold estate sales. 

  • When will prices be listed?

    We will post item prices on our website the day prior to the start of the estate sale. 

  • Can I request that an item be held for me?

    All items are sold as first come, first served basis. For large and bulky items that will require a truck removal, purchase can be made ahead of you taking posession. We will mark the item as sold and you can pick the item up during the estate sale days.   

  • How do I get on the mailing list for your upcoming estate sales?

    We would love for you to join our email newslterr list to stay aware of upcoming sales and events. You will find the link to join our email newsletter list on the bottom of each page on our website or you can simply send us a message through our contact form and we will get you added. 

  • Will there be any discount days?

    Based on the wishes of the seller, we will typically offer discounts in the final 1-2 days of the estate sale to maximize the amount of items sold. If a discount day is offered, it will be listed in the estate sale details and listing. 

  • What payment methods do you accept?

    We accept cash, credit cards and Venmo payment for items sold at our estate sales. We do not accept checks. Please note there will be a 3% fee for purchases not made with cash. 

  • Do you offer returns, refunds or exchanges?

    We do not offer returns, refunds or exchanges on items sold during estate sales. All items are sold as is. We suggest that you properly inspect any item that you will be purchasing prior to making your purchase. 

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