Is a lucky streak worth more than a consistent grind? My wildest week at estate sales.

Last month I hit three estate sales in one weekend and walked away with a 1950s walnut credenza for $40, a complete set of Pyrex bowls for $12, and a signed first edition Vonnegut for $2. That same weekend my buddy struck out at five different sales and came home with nothing but a broken lamp. Does one killer weekend make up for months of dry spells, or is it better to pace yourself and hit small finds every week?

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theac633d ago

That sort of hit-or-miss pattern shows up everywhere, not just in estate sales. The real trick is keeping enough steady work going so your budget can handle those lean months while you wait for the lucky strike.

christopherwilson3d ago

Learned that lesson the hard way too, @theac63. Got a part-time gig that covers the bills now.