[JohnN]

When my in-laws passed away within 3 weeks of each other, my wife as the lone child had to deal with lots of stuff. The garage was jam-packed with tools and "stuff", I took what little I needed but there was still plenty. Anyway, we found a guy who came over and he offered $600 for the lot and he'd broom clean the garage when done.

We took the deal and never looked back, saved us a ton of effort. I'm not sure if there's an outfit around here or not, but it's worth looking into now for you, seems to me,
Good luck, bud.

[Retoline]

The best way to sell is on Craigslist on Facebook. It does much better than Nextdoor.
I have sold lots of stuff that way. Much better price then haggling with people at garage sale.
You post items and people contact you if interested.

Originally Posted by Tvflguy

I want to sell a LOT of stuff in my garage. Planning for the near future when I can't utilize most of the 'stuff' in the garage. Bunch of hand tools, power tools, auto tools, storage cases, tool rolling cabinets, garden equip, odds&ends of screws, nails etc etc.

Don't want my kids to have to deal with it when I'm gone (you know...). I'd prefer others to have them in new hands and make use. NOT looking to make big$$$, but want new users of this stuff.

Not sure how to publicize, like on TOTV. I DO NOT want bunches of folks coming and nickel/dime it all. Prefer a smaller number of folks who are REALLY interested. Not worthy to have a 3rd party do it.

Any thoughts? thx.

[Berwin]

I know Del Webb just north of The Villages and Spruce Creek across from Walmart on 441 have community yard sales once a year. Both are a true gated communities and there is typically at least a half mile of cars waiting at both entrances ready for the gates to swing open.

[MrFlorida]

A garage sale creates a lot of customers here, especially during the high season.

[Whatnext]

Garage sale.
Price up items of value, or tool lots. Everything else $1.
Watch out for light fingers, even down the $1 end.

[npwalters]

Originally Posted by vintageogauge

Have a garage sell with low, low, prices if you want to get rid of it. When I moved here I traded my tools that I didn't want to haul down here for labor to load U-packs and for hauling large trash away, it was a win, win for all involved. If you need any repairs around the house offer your tools as payment.

"Never invite to your home anyone from Craig's List" .Not sure why you say this. I have had success selling several items on Craigslist. I do not reply to the people that want to send a "cashiers check".

[pdearmond]

Originally Posted by Tvflguy

I want to sell a LOT of stuff in my garage. Planning for the near future when I can't utilize most of the 'stuff' in the garage. Bunch of hand tools, power tools, auto tools, storage cases, tool rolling cabinets, garden equip, odds&ends of screws, nails etc etc.

Don't want my kids to have to deal with it when I'm gone (you know...). I'd prefer others to have them in new hands and make use. NOT looking to make big$$$, but want new users of this stuff.

Not sure how to publicize, like on TOTV. I DO NOT want bunches of folks coming and nickel/dime it all. Prefer a smaller number of folks who are REALLY interested. Not worthy to have a 3rd party do it.

Any thoughts? thx.

I have had good luck with Facebook Marketplace.

[Meyerro]

Originally Posted by Tvflguy

I want to sell a LOT of stuff in my garage. Planning for the near future when I can't utilize most of the 'stuff' in the garage. Bunch of hand tools, power tools, auto tools, storage cases, tool rolling cabinets, garden equip, odds&ends of screws, nails etc etc.

Don't want my kids to have to deal with it when I'm gone (you know...). I'd prefer others to have them in new hands and make use. NOT looking to make big$$$, but want new users of this stuff.

Not sure how to publicize, like on TOTV. I DO NOT want bunches of folks coming and nickel/dime it all. Prefer a smaller number of folks who are REALLY interested. Not worthy to have a 3rd party do it.

Any thoughts? thx.

I've had good luck using Facebook Marketplace

[Nell57]

I also have sold a lot through Facebook Marketplace. If some thing has some value, you might want to sell some of the bigger ticket items that way. You can always end with,” Cash only..porch pick up in the Village of …”
Then you just leave the item on your porch and they’ll leave the cash.

[Lisanp@aol.com]

The Villages charter high school has a trade school program for Construction. Every year they graduate kids that are just starting out and would probably love to have toolboxes and some starter tools. Just a thought. Maybe you could donate some things to the kids?

[lmack]

Originally Posted by Laurel Maryland

Please consider donating your items to a Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Habitat ReStores are not ordinary thrift stores. They accept donations of most tools and construction materials so that they can be reused instead of going into a landfill. You can find more info at habitat.org/restores . I believe there are several ReStores in our area in Leesburg, Ocala, and Eustis. Your generosisty can be a blessing to others.

I second the vote for habitat for humanity. Tools are perfect for them. You could pick out a few items that you could post on Nextdoor for sale if you’d like to make a few dollars. Or, donate the lot.
Habitat has even taken some building materials and fixtures from us as donation that were in usable condition. Many of us replace like new light fixtures that many folks would be happy to get.
They are a short ride away or do pick up larger donations with appt.

[merrymini]

Stopped using craigslist when I was downsizing to move down here. It got kinda creepy. Marketplace, garage sale (you do not make much) but they take it away and habitat are all great suggestions depending on your tolerances. Good luck and good decision.

[gmnirr]

I could take a look.
I live in Rio Grande village.
Rich 352-342-3379

[RMoore]

You could have a “fill a bag for $10 sale”. Or choose the price you want - gets rid of your stuff and you still make a little money