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This page explains what to expect, and answers common questions about pricing, discounts, and sale-day policies.
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In New Jersey, estate sales are sometimes called “tag sales” or “contents of the house sales.” In simple terms, the sale takes place inside a home (including the garage and sometimes the yard), where most or all of the household contents are offered for sale.
At Wayback Estate Sales, everything is fully staged, organized, and clearly priced with yellow stickers and labels throughout the home.
Shopping feels more like browsing a small boutique or department store — you’ll never have to climb into an attic, rummage through piles, or enter unsafe areas.
All off-limits or private spaces are clearly marked and blocked for safety, and any items that are not for sale will be labeled accordingly.
Most Wayback sales usually run three to four days, with prices reduced as the sale progresses and deeper discounts each day.
Most Wayback estate sales are open to the public.
No invitation or registration is required — just come by during the posted sale hours, which are shown on the sale’s listing page and displayed on the front door at the home.
Some Wayback estate sales are held by appointment instead of open walk-in hours.
These sales are announced just like our public sales — with a full listing, photos, and details — but shoppers call ahead to schedule a visit time.
Appointments help keep traffic light and evenly spaced, creating a calmer, more relaxed shopping experience.
These sales tend to be less crowded, with more room to browse, easier parking and pickup, and more one-on-one attention from our team.
Aside from the appointment scheduling, everything else works the same as a public Wayback sale.
At Wayback sales, you’ll find a wide mix of household contents — furniture, décor, kitchenware, books, tools, clothing, and everyday essentials — all clearly priced and ready to go.
But what makes estate sale shopping special is the unexpected.
Depending on the home, you may come across collectibles, vintage perfumes, quality American-made tools, mid-century fashion, antique silver, artwork, or a long-forgotten item that sparks instant nostalgia.
And occasionally, even vehicles - such as cars, motorcycles, RVs, golf carts, trailers or boats.
Every sale is different, and that sense of discovery is part of the experience.
Each Wayback estate sale is posted on our website with full details about a week in advance.
The easiest way to stay in the loop is to follow our sales by email.
Subscribers receive sale invites, photo previews, and an exclusive coupon for every sale.
Yes — at Wayback sales, there’s always a line before the opening.
Shoppers line up as they arrive, and entry is first come, first in, in that order.
When we open the doors and during the morning rush, we limit how many shoppers enter at once to keep things safe and fair for everyone waiting in line.
We don’t offer in-person previews. The photos in each listing show what will be available.
For Wayback sales, shopping and purchasing happens during the scheduled sale days on a first-come, first-served basis.
We don’t share prices before the sale.
Pricing is finalized during setup and revealed in person once the sale opens.
Yes. Items shown in the listing photos are part of the sale and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Yes — you’re welcome to call with questions about a specific item. During sale hours, we may not always be able to answer the phone right away, as we’re busy helping shoppers in person.
If you reach us during the sale and would like to purchase an item over the phone, payment is required at the time of the call. Once paid, the item is marked sold at the sale.
Yes. Discounts happen in a few different ways at Wayback estate sales:
• Multi-day discounts
Most Wayback sales run multiple days, with prices reduced as the sale progresses and deeper discounts on later days.
• Larger purchases
Bundle discounts are given on larger purchases. The more you buy — and the higher the total — the more you save.
• Subscriber coupons
Email subscribers receive a coupon with every sale invite — a simple way to save on items you already plan to buy.
Yes — you’re welcome to make an offer on most items during the sale, and reasonable offers are always considered.
Some items are priced with firm minimums and cannot be discounted beyond a certain point, even on the final day.
For other items, pricing flexibility often increases as the sale progresses.
We don’t hold items without payment.
Everything is offered on a first-come, first-served basis until purchased.
While you are shopping, we provide designated layaway bins near checkout where you can set items aside as you continue browsing.
You’re also welcome to use our shopping baskets and check out when you’re ready.
Yes — please examine items closely before you buy to make sure they’re to your satisfaction.
You may open boxes unless marked otherwise, but items should not be taken apart.
If you’d like to test something or plug it in, just ask — we’re always happy to help.
We don’t offer delivery, and shoppers are responsible for moving and transporting their purchases.
Please bring your own help and a suitable vehicle for large or heavy items.
If needed, we’re happy to connect you with a local mover or hauler who can assist after purchase.
Later pickup is often available, but it must be arranged with us first.
Please ask before you buy so we can confirm timing.
Most items are for local pickup only.
In rare cases, small, easy-to-ship items may be shipped if arrangements are approved in advance and the buyer covers all shipping and handling costs.
Usually, no. Once a Wayback estate sale is over, shopping is finished and most items are no longer available.
In limited situations, we may consider offers on remaining items at the very end of a sale, but this is not guaranteed and varies by situation.
No — Wayback Estate Sales does not have a physical store. We sell on location through in-home estate sales.
We also have a Consignment Corner for select items on our website, which is handled through online listings and private sales — not a walk-in shop.
Please bring your own bags. We have a very limited supply, and they tend to run out quickly.
For everyone’s protection, bags may be checked when exiting the sale.
This is standard policy and nothing personal.
All items are sold as-is, with no returns or refunds.
Please examine items carefully and ask questions before purchasing.
No. Estate sales in New Jersey are not subject to sales tax.
We accept:
• Cash (preferred)
• Venmo
• PayPal
• Credit cards (for purchases over $50)
No checks, please.