Antiques/Collectibles
Never too much of a good thing: Luxuries that impress even the Super Rich
February 6, 2017Sometimes, it feels as though nothing could possibly impress the world’s one-percenters anymore—after all, what kind of a luxury do you present to someone who can already afford everything? Believe or not, there are still quite a few things in this world that would impress even a man who has it all. It seems there […]
Knickknacks and You: Uncommon Trinkets that Fetched Large Sums
January 9, 2017Don’t you just love visiting yard sales and thrift stores? There’s always a piece of treasure waiting to be discovered, and all of it ready to be snapped for a very affordable price. Today, we’re going to talk about the interesting part of auctioning. Now, it is always amusing to see uncommon trinkets and knickknacks […]
Treasure Finds Out of Junk
September 19, 2016You’ve probably heard that you can sell off your old electronics and other things for a substantial amount more than you initially paid for them. Examples of these are old toys such as Furbies and the original Gameboy, as well as first edition Pokemon trading cards. Even vintage clothing and costume jewelry can fetch you […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Estate Sales
September 12, 2016Thinking of hosting an estate sale? More and more people are downsizing and embracing minimalism, which is a great reason to hold an estate sale. As a matter of fact, there are many other great reasons you may want to turn your stuff into cash. Perhaps you merely want to clear some clutter or […]
Is your antique valuable, or just old? 7 ideas to find out
June 15, 2016You probably heard that common notion about how old things like furniture can already be considered an antique and may sell high. On the contrary, this is not always the case. Experts can tell how old a piece of furniture is based on a number of factors, but having an old furniture doesn’t automatically mean […]
Arizona’s 8 Most Awaited and Highly Anticipated Flea Markets for 2016
April 21, 2016Arizona has become one of the hubs for great antique and vintage finds and has become the go-to place for enthusiasts and fanatics. What used to be just a rare pastime for a few has become a huge industry and is continuing to grow as time goes by. Collectors amass items of value for a […]
How to increase the value of an antique?
March 13, 2016Have you been wondering how to increase the value of an antique? If so, you are not alone. More and more collectors and even first-time antique buyers wonder how to preserve and protect their investment so that in the long run, what they buy now becomes more profitable. With so many years behind us, it […]
Should you insure your antiques?
January 25, 2016Fact: Yes, you may and should ensure your antiques and collectibles. According to Dr. Thelma Hinson, Extension Family Resource Management Specialist at N.C State University, one does not have to be a billionaire to require special insurance. One can ensure against unfavourable publicity, lost contact lenses, multiple births, hang glider liability, snow, wind, temperature, event […]
Ways to Tell the Age of an Antique
January 19, 2016It takes years of experience and study for someone to master the art of dating antiques. One could easily figure out when a piece of antique was first produced or even found, once enough knowledge about the piece is discovered. Read through books in your areas of interest, research online, participate in groups, discuss with […]
7 Places to Find Antique Pieces
January 11, 2016Antique collecting is a passion that you can turn into profit. That is, if you know how to play your cards right. More than being a hobby, collecting antiques can provide a financial hedge for economic downturns or unforeseen events that warrants a need for extra cash. While they are unconventional financial or risk management […]