{"id":3596,"date":"2021-09-01T12:00:28","date_gmt":"2021-09-01T12:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unitsstorage.com\/orlando-fl\/?p=3596"},"modified":"2023-05-12T14:28:13","modified_gmt":"2023-05-12T14:28:13","slug":"how-to-use-units-to-store-your-summer-items-in-orlando","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unitsstorage.com\/orlando-fl\/how-to-use-units-to-store-your-summer-items-in-orlando\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Selling Your Used Furniture Online Before a Move in Orlando"},"content":{"rendered":"

When moving from one home to another, we don\u2019t always want to relocate every piece of furniture we\u2019ve accumulated over the years. Whether you want to change up the design of your new home or simply don\u2019t have room for that loveseat or extra dresser, there are many ways to sell used furniture online. Follow these tips from UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Orlando<\/a> to quickly sell your old furniture online before your move:<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t settle for sub-par pictures<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sure, you might be able to find a buyer with a grainy photo taken in your garage, but you\u2019ll have much better luck getting your asking price if you put some extra effort into the photos of your used furniture. Similar to\u00a0staging a home<\/u><\/a>, buyers want to imagine how the item you\u2019re selling will fit into their homes and lives. Place the piece of furniture in a room with abundant natural lighting. Snap a few pictures of the item from about five feet away. Next, take some close-up shots of the material and detail. Remember, a picture is worth a thousand words.<\/p>\n

Write a helpful description<\/strong><\/p>\n

You don\u2019t have to be a marketing guru to write a good description when selling your furniture online. Be short, sweet and to the point. Mention the material the furniture is made out of and include measurements so buyers will know if the item will fit in their home before they drive to see it. If you have an SUV or pickup truck and are willing to deliver the furniture to a buyer, be sure to mention that in the listing description. For people with allergies, mention if the home has cats or dogs. Lastly, tell buyers how you prefer to be contacted and your general location.<\/p>\n

Be upfront with any issues<\/strong><\/p>\n

Honesty is the best policy, especially when it comes to selling furniture online. If your loveseat has some tears in the fabric, be sure to mention that in the listing and include a photo of the damage. If your mid-century coffee table has a large scratch on the top, you\u2019d be better off adding that into the description. Buyers won\u2019t be happy if they feel like you tried to con them into buying something that is damaged, but most people understand that used furniture isn\u2019t going to pristine.<\/p>\n

Be fair with pricing<\/strong><\/p>\n

Research the price of similar items being sold on Craigslist. Depending on the condition of your furniture, these should serve as an accurate estimate of how much you can get. If you notice that there\u2019s a high demand for the item you\u2019re selling, you may be able to nudge the price up. However, be prepared for interested buyers to bargain with you on the cost. Reference this\u00a0guide for Craigslist negotiating<\/u><\/a>\u00a0to get an idea of what interested buyers might say.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t limit yourself to selling online<\/strong><\/p>\n

While there are many\u00a0websites<\/u><\/a>\u00a0for selling used furniture online, there are also local options you might be unaware of. See if there is a neighborhood Facebook group where residents post items for sale. Call up local consignment shops if you have some higher-end furniture you\u2019re wanting to unload. If you\u2019re not having any luck finding a buyer for some of your used furniture as your move approaches, consider donating it to Goodwill or Habitat for Humanity. You might not make fast cash, but you can often write off the donation in your taxes.<\/p>\n

For all your other furniture and household items you plan on moving with you, UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Orlando<\/a> has you covered. Get a free quote now<\/u><\/a>\u00a0on our hassle-free moving containers!<\/p>\n

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You may want to clean your items before selling them. Below you’ll find hardware stores with furniture cleaners in stock:<\/p>\n

Orlando Ace Hardware<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

2218 S Orange Ave<\/p>\n

Orlando, FL 32806<\/p>\n

(407) 422-7766<\/span><\/p>\n

Colonial Ace Hardware<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Coytown Shopping Center<\/p>\n

2523 E Colonial Dr<\/p>\n

Orlando, FL 32803<\/p>\n

(407) 895-7003<\/span><\/p>\n

J & L Hardware<\/strong><\/p>\n

2750 S Orange Blossom Trl<\/p>\n

Orlando, FL 32805<\/p>\n

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Remember to call UNITS Moving and Portable Storage of Orlando<\/a> today for everything you’re planning on keeping during your move! Call us at (407) 258-2725.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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