Consignment, Collections and Downsizing
Helping You Decide the Best Way to Sell, Downsize, or Move Forward
Whether you're downsizing, settling an estate, selling a collection, or simply ready to part with items you've accumulated over the years, knowing where to start can feel overwhelming.
We help you understand your options and choose the approach that best fits your goals. From consigning individual pieces to selling an entire collection, purchasing items outright, or managing a complete estate sale, we'll guide you through the process with honesty, experience, and transparency.
Your first in-home consultation is free, giving us the opportunity to evaluate your situation, answer your questions, and recommend the solution that makes the most sense for you.
Consignment
Have a few items or an entire collection? We make selling easy.
Here's how it works:
- We meet with you to review your items.
- Together, we create an inventory list.
- We professionally photograph, research, price, and list your items across multiple online marketplaces.
- We handle customer questions, packing, shipping, and payment processing.
Our consignment fee is 50% of the final selling price after marketplace and payment processing fees.
Items are reviewed every 30 days and repriced as needed to encourage a sale. After 120 days, any unsold items will be reviewed together, and we'll decide on the best next step. Options may include continued consignment, returning the items to you, purchasing them outright, donating them, or another mutually agreed solution.
Collections
If you have an entire collection or a large number of items, we offer two options.
Sell Your Collection
Need cash quickly? We can purchase your collection outright. Because we assume all of the risk, an outright purchase typically results in a lower payout than consignment, but you'll receive payment immediately without waiting for items to sell.
Consign Your Collection
If maximizing your return is your priority, we can also consign your collection and sell the items for you through our online sales channels.
Downsizing & Estate Services
Not sure where to start? We can help.
Your first consultation is free. During our visit, we'll discuss your goals, evaluate your items, and recommend the best solution for your situation.
Depending on your needs, we may recommend:
- Consignment
- Purchasing your items outright
- A professionally managed estate sale
Estate Sales
We manage the entire estate sale process from start to finish.
- Three-day professionally managed sale
- Final day is 50% off remaining inventory
- We determine pricing based on current market value
- Family members are not present during pricing or sale hours to ensure a smooth, consistent buying experience
Our estate sale commission is 40%, with 60% paid to the estate owner.
At the conclusion of the sale, ownership of any remaining items transfers to us unless other arrangements have been made in advance.
Who We Help
Our services are a great fit for:
- Individuals and families looking to sell a few items or an entire collection
- Those downsizing or preparing for a move
- Families managing an estate, whether nearby or from out of town
- Seniors and caregivers transitioning to a smaller home or assisted living
- Anyone who isn't sure where to begin
Why Choose BackRoad Picking?
With years of experience buying, selling, and researching antiques, vintage items, collectibles, clothing, and everyday household goods, we understand both market value and the realities of selling.
Whether you're looking for the highest return through consignment, the convenience of an outright purchase, or guidance on the best path forward, we'll provide honest recommendations, clear communication, and a straightforward process from start to finish.
Let's Talk
Every situation is different, and there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution.
Contact me today to schedule your free initial consultation. We'll discuss your goals, evaluate your items, and help you determine whether consignment, an outright purchase, or an estate sale is the right fit for you.