Too Much To Sell Need To STOP Buying So Much | Don't Want To Have A Disaster | Responsible Reselling
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ม.ค. 2024
- Today's video is different...it had to be!
I haven't felt well, I haven't had sales in a week, AND it has prevented me from going out shopping & filming!
SO, I already have too much to sell, so it's a good thing it prevented me from buying too much.
Not to mention, it really is responsible reselling to avoid a disastrous mess.
I hope you enjoy today's video filled with many beautiful items.
From vintage to antique, glass, paper, books, pottery, we have a little of something for everyone!
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I believe items need to be as clean as possible before being sold. With our estate sale business, we make sure everything is cleaned, wiped off or dusted. I even have to vacuum/sweep floors, clean bathrooms, kitchen sink, remove cobweb’s, etc. We’ve had sales where every single dish, glassware, knick knacks have all needed to be cleaned. Is it more preparation time, yes, but the comments and sales are so worth it! I do not like to have a dirty sale. Dirty sales/items turn me off! You do such a wonderful job , Michael!
I see some sellers on eBay who say they don't clean items so as not to destroy the patina. That is fine on brass, copper or silver items, but dirt on glass is not patina. It is them just being lazy. Also on baskets, wooden items, books iron or tin toys, dolls, ceramics and numerous other tings, a little dusting is not going to affect the "patina". Do leave unframed prints, lithographs and oil or water color paintings to the experts other than a light dusting with a soft brush or feather duster. Take pride in what you selling and make people feel you value your items and respect them.
An unclean item makes me wonder if the seller missed any flaws due to the dirt. I have purchased items at The Bins and Goodwill which were dirty, and I missed damage that I couldn't see for the filth. Fortunately, I didn't pay much.
If I was selling items I would want them to be cleaned. Same goes for buying items. I get these items are vintage/antique but cleaning them makes them more appealing to purchase.
You are right on....They should be clean!!!!!!!
I agree with you about cleaning items. I keep a booth at a local antique mall, and I clean everything before placing it in my booth. I don’t expect a dirty item to be sold for full retail. I want my items to be as pretty and appealing as possible and for my customers to have the best buying experience. You have selected some lovely items for your next sale. I really enjoy your videos. Best wishes to you and your family.
💯 agree.
I even clean basic light dust off before packing - if an item has been sitting a bit because they might not see it at first, but they will feel it when they touch it!!
I agree with your cleaning. I wouldn’t want to buy up and something be nasty.
I’d clean everything personally before selling it. I just think it’s the proper thing to do.
I totally agree. If the vender cares about the items, they will clean them for display. Just makes sense to me.
There's dirty/dusty vs filthy. Dirty doesn't bother me. But if it's filthy, I am passing. Plus, you do have to be careful if you are going to clean something. You don't want to devalue an item. But filth...PASS. Love you by the way! I enjoy watching you so much.
Things need to be clean, i even get turned off on dusty booths! A barn haul is expected to be dirty. But a thrift
store , booth and auction should have clean merchandise!
As a seller, how you present your goods shows a lot about you personally. So cleaning an item and having it in the best condition for your buyer shows that you genuinely care about your customers perception. That goes with any business. You wouldn't want a hairdresser with butchered hair to style your hair, you wouldn't want a cook with a nasty kitchen making your food. It's all about standards and perception. So the cleaner, more organized, and shopper friendly, the more likely that you can get higher prices for your goods. Making a customer Happy is never out of style. ❤
Dana, thank you so much for your very thoughtful statement. I couldn't agree any more. I even forgot about the "perception" part.
I have a copy of the James Whitcomb Riley book, An Old Sweetheart of Mine. I was told that my grandfather gave it to my grandmother when they were married in 1912. Riley was born and lived in Indiana. Both of my grandparents were born in Indiana and I'm still here in my 70s. 😊
I agree with the condition vs price. I’ve bought things on eBay off and on for over 20 years, and sometimes I’ve received things that are absolutely filthy! I once pulled a planter from the shipping box, and dirt fell out all over my floor. I know I’m buying a secondhand item, but I expect it to be clean! Don’t sell dirty stuff!!! The exception is when the decision to clean might be controversial. Sometimes it’s best to let the buyer decide how clean they want the item to be (patina is often a good thing). I went to an antique mall recently that was just plain dirty, and left feeling like I needed a shower. I didn’t buy anything - her prices were all full-on retail, regardless of the filth and the fact that many items were cracked and/or chipped.
I bought a mid-century black panther planter on eBay and it had potting soil in it as well as looking like it hadn't been cleaned in decades. I couldn't believe they shipped dirt! I feel like it shows disrespect for the item and for the buyer. (He was a shiny black beauty after I was done, though!) As for the Magic Erasers, I have not had that problem. I buy the off-brand ones, too. I use them until they get so thin that they get a hole through them.
Magic Eraser because they magically disappear when used. I've always known them to do that. Yeah, I buy and sell mid-century modern furniture and I see ridiculous prices on pieces that need restoration. I have been getting super frustrated because I restore all of the furniture pieces I sell if they need it, and people selling out of their garage expect to get more for their pieces in rough shape.
I'm so glad you're feeling better!
Full retail items should absolutely be cleaned, except perhaps some primitives.
I definitely agree things should be cleaned before being sold especially at full retail. I know your original tag line was keep it rusty, crusty or dusty- but don’t charge for it!!😂Surprising people simply don’t have pride in what they sell🤷♀️Clearly you do! The effort shows! Also hate the lure of 50% off when it’s all just overpriced or the sales except “firm” folks. I rarely patronize any dealer that insults my intelligence 🤨
I really enjoyed the relaxed feel of this video. I’m sorry you are still not feeling well. Perhaps Richard could mix you a hot toddy tonight. Some Kentucky bourbon 🥃 with lemon juice or peppermint and a shot of warm honey 🍯. It will either make you feel better or you won’t care 😂‼️
When it comes to dirty inventory, I feel that, if you don’t care enough about your items to present them at their best, you probably don’t care enough about your customers to disclose any flaws in your product. I expect lower prices on dirty inventory . I don’t mind cleaning items, if I acquire them at a low price point.
Poor Mr. Clean 🧽, he’s getting old and falling apart, just like the rest of us! 😂
Thank you so much, Michael, for spending time with us.
The LE Smith!😃 The Empoli!😍 The Weller!😊 The Books & Magazines!😁❤👏💚👍
I don't like to buy dirty Vintage in a shop! I don't have the time, and I'm not always sure it will clean up nice! There's always the exception if the price is right, but as a rule it offends my senses!😅 But at least I have the choice! What's worse is getting something online that comes in musty and dirty!
That's one of the many reasons I love buying from you Michael!💖 I've never received anything dirty or stinky from you!💕
And I agree, What's up with the magic erasers!😕 I'm so glad you're feeling better! Love😘
Raspberry, especially if at an antique mall. I think the owner of the booth doesn’t show respect for their wares. Now…if I. Buy something online and it arrives dirty…I’m pi$$ed off. Again…have some respect for what you’re selling AND THE BUYER. Love you Michael.
I’m eyeing the German book 📕 but cannot attend the sale. There’s this thing that gets in the way of all of my fun - work. 😄
Literal translation of the German book is ‘youth leaves’ which probably is equivalent to a ‘boy’s own compendium’
I definitely won’t pay retail for an item that the seller doesn’t take the time to clean, at least minimally, unless it’s something I really, really want.
Same here
Yes Magic Sponges suck now...clean but fall apart.
I feel that an item should be cleaned before selling it. As your example pointed out, what is hiding under the dirt? I wouldn't want to pay premium for something, get it home and cleaned just to discover damage. Take care of yourself and be well. 💜💜💜
Glad to see you're starting to feel better! Stuff is definitely goin' around! I'm sure the sweet puppies provided plenty of cuddles! That had to help! 🙂
I’m the same way as you Michael if I’m buying a piece and it’s not clean it’s a turn off to me and the worst part is one delivered to you that way those I don’t buy from no more when I see a Reseller taking care of pieces shows me as a consumer you care to so answer to your question yes I does bother me Thank you so much for this video I really loved it just be you and they will come Michael have a wonderful weekend my favorite find was the green pieces had to say that 🦋🦋🦋
Wow! Those books and illustrations are awesome! Yes please clean sells unless one can really look beyond and buy the item crusty and dusty. Feel better!
So happy to see you feeling better! 100% about clean vs dirty items. Having had a booth in the past I always made sure things were clean going in and kept clean until they sold or I rotated them out. Clean and/or sparkling catches the eye. Same when I shop for items to add to my personal collections.
Love this type of video where we can preview your choices for a sale! I’ve been away from the channel for awhile but I’m glad to be back.
You know Becky, I never thought about it like that! I appreciate the perspective!
With filthy pieces at full price, it depends on how hard it is to find , and how badly I want it. I have seen some beautiful pieces, destroyed by an over zealous cleaning with the wrong chemicals and/or materials. I also triple check to make sure the grunge isn’t masking a flaw or crack in the piece. Loved the Empoli piece, great colour and form.🖤🇨🇦
Sorry you’re feeling under the weather. A good collection you had built. Yes I agree with you on being out off on someone selling that is dirty. I would usually just pass on them I feel no telling where it’s been basically, and just turned off on them. I used to sell vintage glass items. And I’ve always too pride in the items I sell either in my vintage booth or online. That’s what I feel if one’s signature as being a seller that takes pride in what they sell. And that speaks volumes about a sellers character. That’s just me and my opinion. Not sure if anyone else fells the same ways as I. Hope you start to s feeling better. Love your videos as always have a blessed day😊
So glad to see you are feeling better! Love the items you have selected! Can't wait for the sale! LOVE the GREEN! ❤
🤗 you poor thing...always nice to see you...❤
Praying for healing for you! I like for items to be cleaned. I love the owl. I saw a beautiful blue and white porcelain covered dish on your shelf.
The blue on the gentleman will work well with the blue on the vase. The vase has green leaves.
Great to hear that you are feeling better 😊
No… if it’s dirty it definitely turns me off. I always feel like you should take great pride in what your reselling😊 Dirty doesn’t say a lot for that.
I have that Weller log and the Fenton satin vase. Of course selling the Weller, keeping the Fenton.
Hope you're feeling better soon Michael!
Yes!! I, too , have noticed a difference in the magic erasers!!
I love those Riley books! Glad you are feeling better!
I have switched to using the extra strength magic erasers because they seem to crumble less and last longer, so I 100% agree with you! Mr Clean needs to get it together!! 👏 Glad you are feeling better
I too use magic eraser
Happy to hear you are feeling better. My husband had the bug that was going around too. Luckily I escaped it. Love the colorway you are choosing for the next sale. The books are great for Valentines Day❤
Yes vendors, please have pride in your merchandise to clean it, and display it pleasantly.
Oooh and the peacock!!
Michael, I agree with you 100%. I think the appearance of an item has a lot to do with a person's willingness to purchase said item for a higher price. Love your videos and get well soon!
I enjoyed this format 😊
Michael I really appreciate how you don’t have buildings full of items you have collected and then let them sit forever. I also appreciate how you and Misty both take time to put items together for your sales, instead of grab off a shelf and hold it up for us to see. Classy ❤
Amen!😅
Love the old magazines!
Beautiful stacked together❤❤❤❤
I agree with you no I would not purchase it , but I don’t even donate anything filthy or dirty.
I pass on things that are super gross. But if I love it then I'll buy and clean the item. But anything I buy second hand I all ways clean it before selling.
So interesting to find you have a book about Miles Standish . I live only a few miles from the Village of Standish in Lancashire I believe he was born locally. ❤
I’m never happy if I have to pay full retail for grunge.
Love it ! Get better honey
Oh Michael hope u feel better soon! The crappy crud is DEF going around!
I do feel you should make the effort to clean it if you want full price. It also shows they take pride in what they get.
The books are in excellent condition! After seeing the video of the auction, I didn't realize how good they were. Glad to hear you are feeling better.
Continue to feel better Michael!You we’re missed!😍
Your stained glass lampshade is a Hampton Bay Sonoma Replacement Shade.
Hey Michael, take care of yourself. I’m just getting over the crud and it does take time. For me, about 6 weeks. Don’t rush yourself and take the time you need to feel better!
Loved watching you pull that together. Feel better! and Thank you!
Love the books so beautiful ❤
I have and will purchase dirty items if I am sure there is no damage hidden under the dirt, I enjoy the thrill of bringing back its beauty. ❤BUT, I will NOT sell dirty items.
I am so glad you moved that white hair😅 had you on big screen and I wanted to reach out and fix it myself!
Everything is still so pretty w or w put a chip or crack.❤
I hope you're feeling better
Feel better soon. I’ve had the crud 2 times - missed Thanksgiving; and then I missed Christmas.
love the magazines' don't like to sit om items ether but I do have a few that just need the right person.
Love the teal pelican (?) Behind you on the shelf
I make sure that my items are cleaned before they go in my booth and I disclose any flaws.
Take it easy sweetheart!
Good to hear your on the mend. Love the green Empoli glass. Heidi
OMG yes Magic Sponges are now the same quality as the "store brand" kind 😫
Definitely pass on a filthy item, unless it’s made of a material that creates a consistent patina with age. That would be the only reason that I would buy it and then clean it up partly or fully or not at all, according to my aesthetic
I think items need to be cleaned to the if a sellers ability prior to selling. With exception as others ststed regarding brass, copper, silver, etc. Unfortunately, i have bought a few items from different live sales on youtube and received them dirty or smelling of mildew/mold that wasnt disclosed and had to get rid of them in that case as i have allergies. Very disappointing.
Glad you are feeling better! When will you be having this sale? Love the color way
I always clean and examine before photographing. In a store would I buy dirty?? Depends on how special/rare the piece is.
Hope you feel better ‼️‼️ Chicken soup...Jewish penicillin in my house..😊
Feel better..It is going around just got over strep .
You still look a litle pale , Michael
I hope you feel all better very soon X
Gorgeous green glass
those books look grate together
Go and rest now, Michael, greets to Richard X
I hope you feel better soon. I’m getting over the crud as well antibiotics and cough syrup and just not rid of it. I heard people are calling it the 100 day cough. I was curious if you had the bottoms switched on the owl and other custard glass switched I couldn’t tell from the video. Definitely should have been cleaned before it was out for sale!
I love love love your new videos
You did a great job getting it together..i reaaly like the beautiful green covered bowl...don'tremember the name...❤.
I prefer clean items but I would buy a dirty item if the profit level was high enough. Okay that sound kind of wrong but you know what I mean, lol.
I like those books. The title and on the German book says, "Jugendblatter." This means Youth Magazine. 📚
I don't mind buying a dirty item at a thrift store for a small price. But a more expensive one should be clean.🧽❣️
I won’t buy anything that’s dirty, regardless of price.
The ephemera is to die for in this video!!!!! Geez!!!😍 hey micheal is it common to come across the calender plates with the Gibson girls printed on them I love them but only have one from 1910 I think I would love to grab some more so if you come across them get them and I'll try my best to bid and win ❤❤❤❤ thank you love your videos!!
I think an item should be cleaned before selling. There's a dealer in my local antique mall that has had a large space for years. They always ask a premium price but everything is filthy.
It always makes me wonder how do they stay in business??
No way will I pay full retail for an item that’s filthy. Nope! As a reseller I certainly make sure stuff is clean 🧼
Pass. Unless it's something magical. Sponges are different. I thought I was doing something wrong. Scubbing too hard or something.
I personally want my items clean.
I'm just getting over the crud too.
Is it jiust me? I actually enjoy the cleaning and polishing! I love taking away the layers of grime and discovering the beauty underneath. Sometimes I actually go to far and take something beck to brand new shiny and then I add a little antiquing to add some of the color and dimension back to a piece. Yes I agree about magic sponges but they are a bit of a PITA now. A big mess! I would have saved the love poems for Valentine's Day. They would look so pretty in a Valentine's display tied with ribbons. The roses book is amazing
I bet it would be expensive to ship BOOKS! I love all the books❤❤❤❤
You have gorgeous taste.
It's the queen mother and queen Elizabeth as a child.
I noticed that also about the magic erasers. Why are they falling apart so easily now?! They changed something.
The thrift store does not seem to clean...
I also agree that an item should be cleaned as best as possible before sale. Although, as in silver or other metal, I don’t think the patina should be removed. I would leave it up to the buyer to decide whether to shine it up or not. I loved the Riley Roses book. Even though it was unassuming on the outside, it was magical on the inside. Loved it! If you ever come across old French or Russian books (children’s stories, poetry, novels) from the same era, I’d very interested.