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Marie Kondo's The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up encouraged people around the world to declutter their homes with her KonMari Method: basically, to get rid of anything that doesn’t spark joy. The world rushed to clean out their closets and declutter their lives and homes, embracing the idea that everything in your home should make you happy. If you’ve recently decided to downsize, you may find yourself with some antiques and collectibles that you’re considering getting rid of. You might not think you have anything of value, but it’s always best to be sure before you throw stuff out. You might be surprised at what you can get when you sell your antiques . You’ll be helping your bottom line and the environment, by preventing unwanted items from ending up in a landfill. There are a lot of ways to sell your antiques these days, but few people consider the amount of work that goes into selling each item. There’s a reason you want to trust a well-established professional with this work… We created Sell Your Antiques so that anyone can sell their goods, regardless of whether they have a house full of items that need clearing, or just one or two pieces to sell. Why sell your antiques to us As antique dealers in West Sussex, great customer service and hassle-free experiences are what we pride ourselves on. We buy anything from antique furniture to vintage jewellery, works of art, gold and silver, and all sorts of collectibles. It’s always worth getting in touch even if you’re not sure if you have anything of value – you never know, you might actually have something special on your hands. The process is very simple – you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your own home. We provide online valuations – you can get a quote by filling in our online form. Here’s how it works: You upload a few photos of the antique or collectible, ensuring the photos are good quality (and include any damage). Provide a brief description of the item – just tell us what you know. Even if you don’t have much information, we can figure it out. We reach out if we need more information and get back to you with a quote. The benefits of selling We offer same-day payment, guaranteed. We pay you there and then with cash, via PayPal or Bank Transfer – whichever you prefer. There are also no fees or charges – just instant cash. It’s a far cry from auction sites which can take as much as 30% off your profit – imagine losing £30 for every £100 you make! Hassle-free is not just something we say. You don’t have to worry about packaging and sending your items to us – we come to you. We make things easy by collecting from your door at any time that’s convenient for you, and have larger vehicles with plenty of space if you have a lot of items to sell. Selling antiques and collectibles Many people consider using local auction houses, but you’re bound to sacrifice a lot of the value in your items by losing a percentage to the auction house. And professional appraisers often charge for their time. There’s also a lot of hidden work involved in negotiating with an auctioneer – sales commission, packaging and shipping fees, insurance, reserve price fees, waiting on payments to clear, and more. The same goes for online marketplaces like eBay. Figuring out what to charge can also be stressful when you don’t know the antiques and collectibles market well. An antique clock from the early 1900s might look exactly like one from the 1700s but it doesn’t have the same value. And an antique that’s been restored might actually lose some of its value when it’s not in its original condition. This is why you want to work with a professional, to ensure you get the right price. Take the hassle out of selling your unwanted antiques by working with us. If you’ve got antiques lying around and want the money without the fuss, email us at info@sellyourantiques.co.uk to chat about how we can be of service. We offer an easy solution that saves you from paying fees to sell online as well as all the hassles associated with packing and shipping your items (especially if they’re fragile). You get paid immediately and don’t have to worry about finding a new home for all of the household items that your spring cleaning kicked out. There’s a reason our customers say that we’re “a pleasure to do business with”. As experts in buying and selling vintage items, we try to make the process as smooth and as easy as possible. As a recommended business with many years of experience behind us, our reputation is one you can trust. You don’t have to book an appointment or queue for hours to speak to a specialist. Just give us a call on 07507 887164 and we’ll do our best to help you sell your antiques .