A Slob Comes Clean 025 Sell or Donate? Decluttering Advice Podcast
Apr 10, 2014
Exploring the dilemmas of selling or donating when decluttering, with insights on emotional attachments, financial considerations, and challenges of garage sales. Shifting focus from valuing items for resale to valuing simplicity, advice on determining whether to sell or donate, and strategies for selling and donating items are discussed.
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eBay Selling Experience
- Dana White used to sell extensively on eBay, especially when her children were young and she was a stay-at-home mom.
- This became a significant part of her life as it provided income, but it also led to her house becoming overrun with unsold items.
Garage Sales as Deadlines
- Garage sales can be effective for project-oriented people as they provide a deadline and structure.
- This can be motivating for decluttering and creates a sense of accomplishment.
Justifying Value Through Selling
- Use selling to declutter by justifying the value of items.
- If you believe an item is valuable, try selling it; you'll either earn money or realize its true worth.