Were you aware that many items that would not qualify as an antique could still be considered “vintage”, and valuable? Vintage items are usually about 25-50 years old, too old to be considered modern, but not quite old enough to be considered antique.
To liquidate an estate, items that have not sold on the first day of sale will be reduced in price. This ensures that the estate is actually liquidated without too many items left unsold. An estate liquidator will adjust the prices accordingly.
What do appraisers do? Appraisers determine item or property values for the purposes of insurance coverage, potential sales, estate planning, settlements or charitable donations. Appraisers often specialize in a particular type of item (jewelry), era (1920s) or category (American).
By evaluating the contents of a home that need to be liquidated, you will be able to budget for all expenses involved in the process. Inspecting the items will help you determine their age and value, and whether it is worth including them in the sale.