Estate Sales
A clear strategy – from first walkthrough to empty house. For families navigating a lifetime of belongings, a calm and careful process makes all the difference.
Flat Fee + Commission
Zero-Waste Exit
Our Process
How We Run an Estate Sale
Phase one
The "Big 3" Preparation Phase
Before a single item is priced, the house must be cleared of three key categories. This simplifies inventory and the decision-making process significantly.
- Remove Sentimentals: Family members take what they are keeping - before pricing begins.
- Remove Trash: Actual garbage is cleared so we can see the true inventory.
- Remove Hazardous Materials: Paints, solvents, and chemicals are disposed of safely and responsibly.
Phase two
The Feasibility Study
We protect you by being honest about the numbers – calculating the labour vs. revenue balance so you know what to expect before committing.
- Setup Costs: Two staff working one to two full days to organize, research, and price.
- Sale Weekend: Three staff members working eight to ten hours each day.
- The Weather Factor: We always have a contingency plan to ensure strong turnout.
Phase three
The "Zero-Waste" Exit Strategy
A sale is only truly successful if the house is empty at the end. We manage every unsold item so you never have to think twice.
- Donation: Coordinating with local charities for tax-deductible pickup of unsold items.
- Recycling: Separating metals, electronics, and recyclables responsibly.
- Landfill / Bin: Bringing in a truck or bin for a final broom-clean finish.
Our commission model ensures that White Lily is motivated to achieve the highest possible return - we succeed when you do.
The White Lily Fee Structure
Features That Reduce Client Stress
What Sets Us Apart
01
The Silent Bid System
For high-ticket items that don’t sell on day one, we take backup bids to ensure they move before the sale closes – no value left behind.
02
Marketing Machine
Targeted social media promotion combined with our private Collector’s Email List drives qualified buyers – not just casual browsers.
03
Security Protocols
We limit the number of people in the home at one time – protecting both the property and the items throughout the full duration of the sale.
04
Post-Sale Report
A detailed line-item list of every item sold and its final price – providing complete transparency for the Executor or estate lawyer.
Our model
Flat + %
A flat setup fee plus commission – so our earnings are tied directly to your results.
Commission Range
25–50%
Commission scales with the estate’s size and complexity. Fully disclosed upfront.
Our Promise
Zero Surprises
Every cost is presented before we begin. No hidden fees, no after-the-fact additions.
