{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6570b96dee84810012406f0c/693e60ebf817d7dbe8ebd658?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Estate Sales with Mike Judkins","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6570b96dee84810012406f0c/1765695743423-dfba29d6-3418-430c-887f-786b63e60369.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this conversation, Michelle Passoff and&nbsp;<strong>Mike Judkins</strong>&nbsp;discuss estate sales and how they can help people prepare for a move or downsize. They explain what an estate sale is and how it works, including the role of estate sale companies. They also discuss estate sales.org, a website that allows estate liquidators to advertise their sales and provides a directory of estate sale companies. They talk about the criteria for selecting an estate sale company and the timeline for planning a sale. They also touch on the emotional aspect of letting go of belongings and the financial aspect of earning money from an estate sale.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>Estate sales are a way to sell the entire contents of a home, often used when downsizing or during major life events.</li><li>Estate sales.org is a website that allows estate liquidators to advertise their sales and provides a directory of estate sale companies.</li><li>When selecting an estate sale company, consider their experience, buyer base, and marketing strategies.</li><li>Plan an estate sale, allowing at least a month for preparation.</li><li>Letting go of belongings can be emotional, but it's important to detach and focus on the goal of clearing out the house.</li><li>The financial outcome of an estate sale can vary, but it's worth it for the convenience and the opportunity to declutter.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Overview</p><p>02:29 Understanding Estate Sales</p><p>04:43 Exploring EstateSales.org</p><p>07:33 Selecting an Estate Sale Company</p><p>09:31 Planning an Estate Sale</p><p>11:49 The Emotional Aspect of Estate Sales</p><p>14:40 Earning Money from an Estate Sale</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Mike Judkins at https://estatesales.org/about.</p><p><br></p><p>Stay connected and inspired—follow me on social media!</p><p>Website:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://decluttering55plus.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://decluttering55plus.com/</a></p><p>Facebook:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/decluttering55plus\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/decluttering55plus</a></p><p>Instagram:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/decluttering55plus\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/decluttering55plus</a></p><p>LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/decluttering55plus/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/company/decluttering55plus\\</a></p><p><br></p><p>And also don’t forget to subscribe on my YouTube Channel!&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@Decluttering55plus\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.youtube.com/@Decluttering55plus</a></p><p><br></p><p>Discover practical wisdom to simplify life—check out my book:</p><p><strong>Decluttering 55+: Wisdoms to Create a Legacy, Not a Mess</strong></p><p>Link:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Decluttering-55-Wisdoms-Michelle-Passoff/dp/B0DY88FQBS/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.amazon.com/Decluttering-55-Wisdoms-Michelle-Passoff/dp/B0DY88FQBS/</a></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Michelle Passoff"}