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The dos and don'ts of shopping for antiques at flea markets and garage sales
DO know the value of merchandise so you'll know if you're getting a deal.
DO check marks on silver and porcelain. So have your pocket reference guides handy.
DO target garage sales close to affluent areas because they're likely to have good stuff.
DO negotiate. Now is the time to haggle. But you should always have a top price in mind and be prepared to walk away if the price is too high.
DO buy a number of things from one seller. The seller is likely to give you a good price to buyers who purchase more than one thing. You'll usually come out ahead.
DO ask the seller his price. You don't want the seller to ask you how much you are willing to pay because you may mention a price higher than what the seller was thinking.
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