9 Items You Should Never Buy at an Illinois Garage Sale

This past weekend, my daughters and I held a yard sale. As anyone who's ever hosted one knows, it's a lot of work. But the feeling you get from decluttering your home while making a little extra cash is incredibly satisfying.

Why Some Garage Sale Deals Aren't Worth the Risk

As we gathered items for the sale, it got me thinking about what we could sell, and what we couldn't. The same goes for shopping at yard sales. If you're planning to visit one this summer, there are certain items you should avoid buying, just as there are some things you should never put out for sale.

How to Shop Smart at Garage Sales

With garage sale season in full swing and plenty of shoppers stopping by our sale on both Friday and Saturday, it's the perfect time to look at the items you should never sell, or buy at a garage sale.