Friday, February 13, 2009

CNC Sale FAQ

What is my consignor number?

Your consignor number is your first and last initial followed by the last 4 digits of your phone number.

Do I need to pre-register to sell with you?

Nope. Just bring your items in, tagged and ready and we'll get you all set up.

Do I need an appointment for drop off? What are the best times to come by?

No appointment needed. There are busy times and there are slower times. They vary from one sale to the next, but we have some awesome volunteers who keep things running smoothly and help to get you in and out as quickly as possible.

I've never consigned before, how much should I charge for __fill in the blank__?

There tend to be a few schools of thought on this question. There are those who are still emotionally attached to the item and would rather take it home than risk not getting what they feel it's worth.

Then there are the folks who just don't want to bring that item back into their home and would just about give it away.

And there are many who fall somewhere in between.

A general rule for bigger items (riding toys/furniture/etc) in *excellent* condition would be 30-50% of the original price. Clothing tends to go for less. If you paid $20 for a dress, someone may or may not be willing to pay 50% for it, unless it's boutique or a nicer name brand. I advise all sellers to just be honest with themselves and ask how much they would pay for the item in question.

I have some things still tagged from another sale, can I just use those tags?

Probably. Just give us a call or send us and email and check first, please.

How do I get in on the early presales? Is volunteering hard work?

Just let us know if you're interested in volunteering to help during the sale. We can use workers from receiving time all the way to the final Super Saturday Sorting.

Much of the work does involve a good bit of standing, but none is really physically taxing. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and come make some new friends and have some fun while you earn the right to shop even earlier!

Can you tell me what your consignor fee and seller split are?

Sure can! We charge a $6 consignor fee, which can be taken from your check. Our seller split is 70/30.

Have a question that wasn't answered here? Drop us a line or give us a call and we'll do our best to help you out.

~Trisha
tgilbert@cncsale.com

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