There’s something exciting about spotting an unexpected treasure among a table of everyday items. Maybe it’s a solid wood side table that only needs a little refinishing, a set of vintage kitchen canisters that perfectly matches your style, or a framed landscape painting that gives your living room the finishing touch.

Estate sales and garage sales aren’t just great places to save money. They’re opportunities to give well-made items a second life, decorate your home with one-of-a-kind pieces, and make environmentally friendly purchasing decisions.