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Today we're chatting with Megan Olson — co-owner and shopkeep of Vice & Graft, a curated vintage shop in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter specializing in pieces from the Victorian era through the 1970s, with a deep focus on local New Orleans history. Megan's path into vintage was anything but conventional — she spent 15 years as a nurse before COVID prompted her to walk away from a corporate healthcare career and follow her lifelong love of antiques and vintage instead. It all started when she and her husband had the opportunity to buy 5,000 rare band t-shirts, launching them into their first vintage business – Swamp Rags, an 80s-90s-Y2K spot with a focus on tees. Not long after, Megan opened Vice & Graft, now in its fifth year as a brick-and-mortar on Royal Street, where she's built a reputation for sourcing directly from generational New Orleans families — uncovering everything from Victorian day coats to a Mardi Gras queen's entire 1930s wardrobe. Megan is also the owner of Second Line Estate Sales, and together with her husband, she hosts the Louisiana Vintage Festival, which grew into a two-day event this year at the House of Blues French Quarter, featuring over 50 Louisiana vintage dealers. We're getting into it all — her rarest finds and holy grails, the pieces she can't bring herself to sell, and why she believes New Orleans might just be the most singular city in the country for vintage. Let's dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [05:39] The 1997 MTV Music Awards were Mergan's personal style wake-up call. [06:57] Megan's first big vintage buy of 20 Victorian petticoats. [10:53] Pivoting from 15 years in healthcare into antiques and vintage instead. [17:00] Dividing sourcing and aesthetic between Swamp Rags and Vice & Graft. [21:11] Vice and Graft's vintage has a deep focus on local New Orleans history. [26:03] How the French Quarter vintage scene has grown since Vice & Graft opened. [30:27] Opening a new estate sale business called Second Line Estate Sale. [36:36] Launching the Louisiana Vintage Festival. [40:42] Megan's holy grail vintage finds [49:29] Shoutouts to the vintage community she loves. EPISODE MENTIONS: Vice and Graft @viceandgraft Swamp Rags Second Line Estate Sales Louisiana Vintage Festival Junior Varsity Vintage Frenchy's House of Vintage Trash Panic Cora Violet Walters Newburgh Vintage Emporium LET'S CONNECT:
The news to know for Monday, August 10, 2026! We're talking about extreme weather in the U.S. — from dangerous heat to flash flooding to wildfire danger. Also, new setbacks for President Trump in both Iran and Gaza — while back at home, lawmakers left some of his biggest priorities on the table before leaving town. Plus, how we could soon finally get the answer to the question: who killed Tupac? What you need to know about a growing Salmonella outbreak, and which movie is shaping up to be one of the biggest blockbusters of all time. Those stories and even more news to know in about 15 minutes! Join us every Mon-Fri for more daily news roundups! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER to get AD-FREE episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://thenewsworthy.dashery.com/ Sponsors: Get 20% off Rosetta Stone Sapphire subscription when you sign up at RosettaStone.com/newsworthy today! Stop piecing your software together. Go to Odoo.com/newsworthy to learn more. To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to ad-sales@libsyn.com
She found the mirror at an estate sale and almost walked right past it.Instead, she brought it home, hung it in her front hallway, and admired how perfectly it fit the house. For weeks, it was her favorite thing she'd ever found. Then she began catching impossible reflections—someone standing behind her for just a split second before disappearing.She searched for answers everywhere. Was it simply old, imperfect glass? Was she letting stories about haunted mirrors get inside her head? Or could an object carry something from the life it had before it belonged to her?The strangest part wasn't what she thought she saw. It was how, little by little, her house stopped feeling like home...and what happened after the mirror finally came down.#Paranormal #GhostStories #HauntedMirror #HauntedObjects #EstateSaleFind #Supernatural #Unexplained #ParanormalActivity #Hauntings #UnexplainedActivity #ParanormalEncountersLove real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:
She found the mirror at an estate sale and almost walked right past it.Instead, she brought it home, hung it in her front hallway, and admired how perfectly it fit the house. For weeks, it was her favorite thing she'd ever found. Then she began catching impossible reflections—someone standing behind her for just a split second before disappearing.She searched for answers everywhere. Was it simply old, imperfect glass? Was she letting stories about haunted mirrors get inside her head? Or could an object carry something from the life it had before it belonged to her?The strangest part wasn't what she thought she saw. It was how, little by little, her house stopped feeling like home...and what happened after the mirror finally came down.#Paranormal #GhostStories #HauntedMirror #HauntedObjects #EstateSaleFind #Supernatural #Unexplained #ParanormalActivity #Hauntings #UnexplainedActivity #ParanormalEncountersLove real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:
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Send us a message.We start with a chance encounter. A stop to photograph an old Dodge pickup and a chain-net basketball hoop turns into an afternoon inside a stranger's garage, looking at restored Mavericks and pulling vintage car t-shirts out of a rag drawer. From there we get into what a camera actually does when you carry one everywhere: it gives you a reason to stop, talk to people, and end up somewhere you never planned to be. We talk about portraiture, about the woman who cried handing over a Nirvana shirt she'd kept for twenty years, and why one photograph from a whole day spent with someone beats a hundred quick frames.The second half turns on a prompt about quitting, and we land in different places on it. One of us reads walking away as evolution; the other keeps circling a line from Mad Men about only liking the beginning of things. That pulls us into screenwriting: the years of writing five pages a day in an LA apartment, imposter syndrome in studio meetings, a script that went out wide and didn't sell, and the decision to leave. We get into the difference between working and waiting, killing the small "bad problems" so there's room for the good ones, and whether you make art out of ego or out of a plainer need to communicate. -AiSupport the show If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating and/or a review. We appreciate and try to read all of them. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode. Links To Everything: Video Version of The Podcast: https://geni.us/StudioSessionsYT Matt's YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/MatthewOBrienYT Matt's 2nd Channel: https://geni.us/PhotoVideosYT Alex's YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/AlexCarterYT Matt's Instagram: https://geni.us/MatthewIG Alex's Instagram: https://geni.us/AlexIG
The rails? They were left behind. Nick Wize and Producer Tim take a hilarious detour from sports, swapping stories about estate sales before diving into the legendary George Foreman Grill—and the unbelievable fact that Hulk Hogan almost became the face of it instead.
We are deep in our secondhand era. Join us as we discuss Poshmark obsessions, thrift store etiquette, garage sale strategy, and the dream of finding a Chanel bag for $15. Plus, Kristin learns exactly how much her clothes are worth at a consignment store and the answer is humbling.Thanks to our sponsor, Wayfair!Head to http://www.wayfair.comright now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.Thanks to our sponsor, SKIMS!Shop SKIMS Cotton, and all of our favorite pieces, at http://www.skims.comThanks to our sponsor, Hiya Health!Receive 50% off your first order on any of theirproducts. To claim this deal you must go to http://www.hiyahealth.com/MOMCHAPTERS:00:00:31 Why Everyone's Obsessed with Poshmark00:02:18 The Rise of Secondhand Shopping00:05:09 What Poshmark Actually Is00:06:12 Jen's Secret to Finding Amazing Deals00:07:40 Why Kristin Struggles with Thrifting00:11:23 Wayfair Sponsor00:12:38 Selling Clothes & Brick-and-Mortar Resale Stores00:15:19 Why Kristin Hates Shopping00:16:24 Shop Your Own Closet00:18:03 Trying to Sell Clothes at Crossroads00:20:24 How to Spot Quality While Thrifting00:21:46 Poshmark Tips, Shipping & Bundles00:23:16 Luxury Bags & Avoiding Scams00:27:47 Estate Sales, Antiquing & Flea Markets00:28:55 Skims Sponsor00:30:29 Best Thrift Store Finds for Your Home00:32:39 Why Thrifting Feels Like a Treasure Hunt00:35:28 Designer Bags & Vintage Coach00:40:20 Hiya Sponsor00:41:34 Donating vs. Reselling Clothes00:43:18 Garage Sale Strategy00:44:55 Poshmark Etiquette & Negotiating Prices00:49:33 How to Successfully Sell on Poshmark00:50:13 Our Best Thrift Store FindsIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast email advertising@pionairepodcasting.comTo request #IMOMSOHARD to be on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to talent@pionairepodcasting.comFOLLOW US: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imomsohardInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imomsohard/Twitter: https://twitter.com/imomsohardSEE US ON TOUR: https://www.imomsohard.com/WATCH OUR AMAZON PRIME SPECIAL: https://www.amazon.com/IMomSoHard-Live/dp/B07VBJ34DTMORE PODCAST EPISODES: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTGuNbPgq2EartAwwgs_H-LVho3FvWnXpJUST LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: https://link.chtbl.com/imomsohardABOUT US Female comedy duo Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley have been performing, teaching, and writing comedy internationally for a combined 40+ years. They have been moms for one quarter of that time and it shows. How do they cope? They laugh about all of the craziness that comes with being a mom and they want you to laugh about it too! From snot to stretchmarks to sleepless nights, Kristin and Jen know firsthand that parenting is a hard job and they invite you to join them in taking it all a little less seriously (even if for a few short minutes a day). After all, Jen currently has four days of dry shampoo in her hair and Kristin's keys are still in her front door. They try, they fail, they support each other, and they mom as hard as they can.
Most people inherit more than a house—they inherit stress, memories, deferred maintenance, and one big question:Should we sell it as-is or fix it up first?In Episode 221 of Real Estate with Soul, Lori Alvarez shares how the REsolved Concierge Program is helping families maximize the value of inherited homes, probate properties, trust sales, and outdated houses—often without paying renovation costs upfront.After helping hundreds of families navigate life-changing real estate decisions, Lori explains why selling an inherited home isn't just about putting a “For Sale” sign in the yard. It's about creating a strategy that protects your equity, minimizes stress, and helps you make informed financial decisions.In this episode, you'll learn:• When it makes sense to sell a home as-is• Which home improvements typically provide the best return before selling• How concierge real estate services can simplify renovations and repairs• What families should know about probate, trust, and inherited property sales• Why strategic preparation often leads to stronger offers and better resultsWhether you've inherited a family home, are helping aging parents downsize, own a rental property that needs updating, or simply want to know how to sell your home for the highest possible price, this episode provides practical guidance you can use today.If you're facing an inherited property or wondering where to begin, this conversation could save you time, money, and unnecessary stress.Have questions about an inherited home or preparing a property for sale? Connect with Lori Alvarez and the Real Estate REsolved team at www.realestateresolved.com or call 909-551-3144. We'd love to help you create a strategy that maximizes your home's value. Because Home Starts With You. ❤️
Helping Families With Katydid Estate Sales
Estate sales used to be the domain of the boomer generation. But if you've been to one lately you'll notice a shift in who's there to shop. Robyn Bresnahan joins a long queue of Gen Z treasure hunters to find out why estate sales are having a moment.
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Are you considering selling your home and wondering which method is best for you? In this video, we explore the pros and cons of estate sales versus traditional home sales, helping you make an informed decision. Whether you're looking to sell your property quickly, maximize your profit, or minimize stress, we've got you covered. From the benefits of estate sales, such as speedy transactions and reduced real estate agent fees, to the advantages of traditional home sales, including higher sale prices and more control over the process, we break down the key differences between these two popular selling methods. Watch to discover which approach is better suited to your needs and learn valuable tips for a successful sale.Please be sure to like, comment and share! Got a real estate question? Share it in the comments below!Subscribe to Jason's YouTube channel: / itsallabouttherealestate
On Wednesday's show: The U.S. House has approved ICE and border patrol money. Houston City Council is poised to vote on the mayor's budget. And Senate candidate and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating FIFA over World Cup tickets. We discuss those and other developments in politics in our weekly roundup.Also this hour: Estate sales draw collectors, bargain hunters, second-hand sellers, and curious neighbors. We learn more about them and what happens behind the scenes to prepare for them from Michael Dentel, owner of the Houston-based Elite Estate Sales.And Texas-based writer Lauren Hough shares insights from traveling the country in her van -- and how bringing her dog helped facilitate conversations she might never have had along the way. She recounts those stories in her latest book, Monster of a Land, which she will discuss at an event at Brazos Bookstore on June 18.Watch
No place is better suited to those with a taste for champagne but a beer budget than the humble estate sale. Its various guises—be they church rummage sales, yard sales, or online auctions—offer a variety of ways to acquire quality pieces and a little bit of history, with the bonus of saving grandma's treasures from the landfill. For several years, vintage enthusiast Kate Davis has been writing a popular weekly newsletter, Midwestern Estate Sailing, that not only spotlights upcoming sales of note but offers a guide for the uninitiated. Her new book, Bring Cash, distills those lessons (the first one is in the title) along with essays about favorite finds and what to look for: dovetail joints in furniture, finished seams in clothing, the sign-in sheet at the front of the line so you're not the last one admitted into the designer's midcentury bungalow. Davis joins the podcast this week to talk about what she's learned from estate sailing, her term for the ritual of trekking out to someone's house and wandering its halls for treasure—which is almost always sure to include at least one inexplicable maritime tchotchke.Go beyond the episode:Kate Davis's Bring Cash: A Guide to Estate Sales in the Midwest and BeyondHer newsletter, Midwestern Estate SailingFor more on the afterlives of secondhand stuff, listen to our interviews with Adam Minter (on global thrifting) and Dana Thomas (on fast fashion)Tune in every (other) week to catch interviews with the liveliest voices from literature, the arts, sciences, history, and public affairs; reports on cutting-edge works in progress; long-form narratives; and compelling excerpts from new books. Hosted by Stephanie Bastek and sponsored by the Phi Beta Kappa Society.Subscribe: iTunes/Apple • Amazon • Google • Acast • PandoraHave suggestions for projects you'd like us to catch up on, or writers you want to hear from? Send us a note: podcast [at] theamericanscholar [dot] org. And rate us on iTunes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Send us a message.We spend a lot of time thinking about what we make, and not enough thinking about what we take in. What we listen to, what we read, what we let interrupt us, what we hand our attention to without really deciding to — all of it shapes the output, whether we're conscious of it or not. This episode starts there.From that we get into the systems designed to keep you feeding them — platforms, algorithms, companies that started with a mission and ended with an optimization — and what it actually costs to let those systems run in the background of your life unchecked. We're not against technology. We use it, depend on it, sometimes love it. But there's a difference between using a tool and being used by one.The thing we keep coming back to is friction. Not difficulty for its own sake, but the kind of slowdown that forces a real relationship with the thing you're doing. When you build something, fix something, choose something deliberately, you feel responsible for it. That responsibility is where the good stuff lives. What you put in dictates what comes out — and most of us aren't being honest about what we're putting in. -Ai If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating and/or a review. We read and appreciate all of them. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode. Links To Everything: Video Version of The Podcast: https://geni.us/StudioSessionsYT Matt's YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/MatthewOBrienYT Matt's 2nd Channel: https://geni.us/PhotoVideosYT Alex's YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/AlexCarterYT Matt's Instagram: https://geni.us/MatthewIG Alex's Instagram: https://geni.us/AlexIG
Today, we're chatting with Maddy Brannon, a DC-based creator and stand-up comic who has become one of the most trusted and entertaining voices in the estate sale world. Maddy visits somewhere between three and five estate sales a week, and sometimes she even works with local estate sale companies to preview the sale before the doors open. Then she puts out a weekly roundup telling her followers exactly which sales are worth getting out of bed for. If you've ever walked past a house with a lawn full of strangers and wondered what on earth was happening inside, Maddy is the person who will not only explain it to you — she'll have you driving there by the weekend. She got into estate sales when she bought her first house and couldn't work out how anyone her age could afford to fill one with actual furniture— not with furniture from a dorm room clearance. A chance visit to an estate sale in Dupont Circle sorted that out for her – the house had five floors, original hardwood, and barely a thing touched. She was hooked, and estate sales turned into a full-blown obsession. She began sharing what she found on social media, and it turns out she wasn't alone in feeling like estate sales were something of a mystery. People started stopping her in the wild, asking how to find sales, how to navigate them, and how she always seemed to know which ones were worth the trip. So she started sharing! Maddy's not a vintage dealer— she's just someone who genuinely loves the experience of estate sales, walking into a stranger's home and discovering the life lived inside it. DC, it turns out, is an extraordinary place for this and Maddy has visited the estate sales of State Department employees who've furnished embassies around the world to Smithsonian staffers with artifact-adjacent bookshelves. On today's episode, we get into all of it – how to navigate estate sales without making a rookie mistake, the etiquette around negotiating, what's popular right now on the estate sale circuit — and why pricing in this space is, as Maddy puts it, an extremely "hot topic." Let's dive right in. DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [1:27] How Maddy Brannon — DC stand-up comic – became an estate sale obsessive. [6:08] Why D.C. has a particularly great estate sale scene. [8:12] Maddy has visited the estate sales of State Department employees and Smithsonian staffers. [14:29] Why Maddy started making videos about the estate sale experience. [18:28] Why estate sale content is so compelling on social media [22:15] How Maddy vets which sales are worth going to [25:42] Estate sales are not necessarily intuitive – here's how to avoid rookie mistakes! [29:19] Why the last hour before closing is the best time to shop [35:24] What's popular right now on the estate sale circuit [38:17] The etiquette around negotiating [48:18] Debunking the two biggest misconceptions about estate sales EPISODE MENTIONS: @maddytheb Estate Sale Show Estate Sales with Maddy Brannon - Substack Maddy' YouTube channel All Hallows Guild at the Flower Mart United National Methodist Church Book Sale Associates of the American Foreign Service Book Sale Junior League Tossed and Found LET'S CONNECT:
April 1st, 1976: Apple was born. We chronicle it through Steve Jobs… And tell ya what's coming for the next 50.Gen Z is taking advantage of Estate Sale Arbitrage… they're becoming Estate-trapreneurs. Self-driving delivery e-bikes?... Also (real name) hit $1B for Rivian-backed pad thai disruption.Plus, the TBOY podcast now comes with protein… 24 grams of protein per episode.$AAPL $DASH $RIVNBuy tickets to The IPO Tour (our In-Person Offering) TODAYNew York, NY (4/8): https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0000637AE43ED0C2Los Angeles, CA (6/3): SOLD OUTGet your TBOY Yeti Doll gift here: https://tboypod.com/shop/product/economic-support-yeti-doll NEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this episode, James Major shares his expertise in professional estate liquidation, focusing on how to efficiently clear out homes, maximize family profits, and enhance property visibility. Discover his ethical approach, innovative marketing strategies, and plans for scaling his business in the next 6-12 months. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
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If you are not already a huge fan of the Instagram account, Homes with Max, I'm sorry to be the one to tell you that you've been doing your algorithm wrong. Let's fix it. In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Which house(s) Max loves most.Why wall to wall carpet is going to make a comeback.How to find and tour great time capsule homes. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2311Like and subscribe at Apple | Spotify | YouTube. Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
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What's Wrong with an 18 mile Marathon? Social influencer cleans her panties in hotel coffee maker, 25 year old dies from rattlesnake bite, how to avoid “Scromiting” and What's Wrong with rummaging through a dead person's personal items?
Breaking into an industry where you are usually the youngest one in the room can be intimidating. This girl boss has fought any preconceived notions every step of the way, using knowledge and professionalism as proof of concept. Listen as this townie talks about her return to Champaign, learning from the best, taking over her mom's ownership position at Champaign Estate Sales, looking and sounding youthful as a personal plus and a professional battle, hoarding, auctioneer licensing, grief in an estate sale, generational changes in the way we inherit items, the art of the haggle, giving items dignity and trends in resale.Emily Harrington, here! Mom, wife, retired communications liaison and host of the HyperLocal(s) Podcast. Each week I bring you a pod where townies and transplants share their tales of tears and triumphs, losses and wins. In an effort to provide a way for those that don't want a public podcast, but still have a story to tell friends and family, I've created, In Retrospect: A HyperLocal(s) Project, a private podcast. Visit hyperlocalscu.com/in-retrospectThank you so much for listening! However your podcast host of choice allows, please positively: rate, review, comment and give all the stars! Don't forget to follow, subscribe, share and ring that notification bell so you know when the next episode drops!Also, search and follow hyperlocalscu on all social media. If I forgot anything or you need me, visit my website at HyperLocalsCU.com. Byee.
A handwritten guide on paper written on stationary from the JCC that says “list all the places on my body I like to be touched and how…” It's everything you imagine it to be. Source: https://www.reddit.com/r/FoundPaper/comments/1rf5v41/bookshop_found_this_in_an_estate_donation/#lightbox
Join the Discord and Partner with us via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/purehustlepodcast MY RESLLER GENIE - USE OUR CODE “PUREHUSTLE” all in caps: https://www.myresellergenie.com/?ref=purehustle In this double update episode of Pure Hustle Podcast, Mike and Orlando dive into the realities of balancing reselling with full-time jobs, building discipline for daily listing and sourcing amid tight schedules, and the challenges of thrifting at Goodwill amid record crowds and high prices. They discuss economic signals like Goodwill's booming $7 billion revenue in 2025 (up 7% YoY) as shoppers stretch dollars, free shipping supplies hacks (Poshmark Ground Advantage boxes), negotiation tactics for consignment deals, and mindset shifts around taxes and profitable flips. Random stories cover owing taxes after a strong year, the viral Costco x Nike SB Dunk Low "Grey Fog" drop (limited in-store release for ~$135, now reselling higher), KFC's sold-out "Bowl-O-Tie" bolo ties, and hype vs. reality in limited drops. Hustles of the Week highlight massive collections buys, signed D&D books, rare NES games, and helpful low-margin flips. 00:00 - Intro and Episode Format 00:14 - Back-to-Back Updates Explained 01:16 - Orlando's Update: Discipline, Listing Habits, Sourcing Choices 05:37 - Negotiation Realities and Consignment Stories 07:05 - QR Code Idea for Sellers, eBay Fees Breakdown 12:01 - Free Shipping Supplies Hacks (Poshmark, USPS, UPS) 16:36 - Mike's Update: Snow/Ice Storm Shipping Delays, Goodwill Struggles 22:14 - Goodwill/Thrift Economy Boom Discussion 27:24 - My Reseller Genie Promo and Tax Prep 29:35 - Random Stories: Taxes After Strong Year, Costco Nike Drop 33:33 - KFC Bowl-O-Tie and Limited Drop Hype 46:01 - Hustles of the Week: D&D Signed Book, Massive Video Game Haul, Camera Lenses, Travis Scott Hoodie 57:45 - Looking Forward: Garage Sales, Estate Sales, Prioritizing In-Person Sourcing 58:49 - Closing Thoughts on Reselling Opportunities
Be Prepared to Sell: Why Having the Right Documents Matters More Than Ever At Boston Connect Real Estate, we believe that every move should be a moving experience and that starts long before a “For Sale” sign ever goes in the yard. On a recent episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, we had an important conversation about seller preparedness and why having the right documents, authority, and information in place before listing your home can make or break a transaction. Real estate transactions are complex enough on their own. When documentation, authority to sell, or legal clarity is missing, delays, contract extensions, and even failed closings become very real risks. Here's what every homeowner and future seller should understand. Preparation Is Protection Being “ready to sell” is more than staging, pricing, and marketing. It means having the legal, financial, and logistical foundations in place so a transaction can move smoothly from listing to closing. When sellers are unprepared, the consequences can include: Delayed closings Failed transactions Contract extensions Buyer frustration Legal complications Lost opportunities Financial setbacks Preparedness protects you, your buyer, and the entire transaction. Estate Sales, Probate & Authority to Sell One of the most common and most disruptive issues we see is when a property is being sold after the death of a spouse or family member. Key questions that must be answered: How is the property deeded? Is there a surviving spouse listed on the deed? Is there a will? Is probate required? Has a personal representative (executor) been legally appointed? Has a License to Sell been issued by the court? Without proper legal authority, a property cannot legally close, even if a buyer is ready, financed, and under contract. Probate delays alone can take months sometimes longer and can derail entire chains of transactions. Power of Attorney Is Not Enough Many families assume a Power of Attorney solves everything but this is a dangerous misunderstanding. Important truths: A Power of Attorney ends upon death It does not replace probate It does not grant authority to sell after death It may not include real estate authority unless specifically written Every estate situation requires legal review and proper documentation not assumptions. Why This Matters: The Domino Effect One delayed transaction doesn't just affect one seller. It can impact: Buyers waiting to move Sellers purchasing another home Financing timelines Moving schedules School enrollment Life planning Investments Exchanges (1031 transactions) Entire transaction chains Real estate is interconnected one missing document can stall multiple families. Easements, Rights of Way & Property Access Sellers must understand what legally exists on their property before listing. Examples include: Utility easements Drainage easements Access easements Right-of-way agreements Shared driveways Emergency access easements Municipal access rights These impact: Privacy Property use Expansion potential Financing Insurance Buyer perception Property value Transparency is not optional it's protection. Roads, Access & Maintenance Responsibility Every property has a legal access classification: Public road Private road Unaccepted road HOA-maintained road Shared access road Buyers, lenders, and insurance carriers care about: Who plows Who maintains Who insures Who repairs Who holds liability These details must be clarified before listing, not during escrow. Vacant Properties Require Special Planning Vacant homes introduce additional risk: Insurance requirements change Policies become more expensive Liability exposure increases Freeze risks rise Maintenance becomes critical Security becomes a concern A vacant listing without proper insurance and systems protection can create massive liability for sellers. Seller Preparedness Is Professionalism At Boston Connect Real Estate, we don't believe in rushing listings just to “get inventory live.” We believe in doing it right: Legal clarity Insurance protection Document verification Authority confirmation Property condition checks Disclosure accuracy Risk mitigation Professional execution Because professionalism protects clients. Our Seller Preparation Checklist We've developed a Seller Preparation Checklist that helps homeowners organize critical information before listing, including: Deeds & ownership documents Wills & estate documents Trust information Power of Attorney Insurance policies Utility information Property improvements Easements Road status HOA documents Vacant property planning Maintenance records Legal authority documentation Request your copy: Email: realestate@bostonconnect.com We'll send you the full checklist to help you prepare whether you're selling now or planning for the future. Final Thought Real estate is not just about buying and selling property it's about protecting people during some of the most important transitions of their lives. Preparation is not paperwork. Preparation is protection. Preparation is peace of mind. Preparation is professionalism. At Boston Connect Real Estate, we don't just list homes we guide people through life transitions with clarity, structure, and care. If you're thinking about selling, planning for the future, or simply want to understand what “being prepared” truly means we're here to help. Boston Connect Real Estate RealEstate@BostonConnect.com 781-826-8000 BostonConnect.com
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#384Time Traveler Estate SaleNice Games Jam2025.04.10Roles reverse as Dale joins Stephen and Lydia for a Nice Game Jam prompted by Mark. The results are an antiques-fueled jaunt through time, and an unexpected win for Stephen.Costcodle - Zak Kermitz, CostcodleTimeline Inventions - Zygomatic, ZygomaticHypodermic Needles - Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine, Maximum FunPrompt"Come up with a game where the winner is the player who gets (or gets closest to) a certain amount of points, but that amount changes from round to round. Hard mode variant: the players don't always know what the amount is."Game typeTabletop gamePlayer count2-8MaterialsSet of item cards from various years10 chips for each playerSet of years/eventsTimerSetupPlace 8 item cards on the table easily accessible for all players. Pick a random year/event. Set timer for 1 minute.RulesStart the timer to start the roundWhile the timer runs, players place chips on items to bid on themWhen the timer runs out, the player with the most chips on an item gets that item. In a tie, no one gets an item and it gets added to the pool during the next roundItems that are earned get their times revealed, player closest to the chosen year/event winsPlay repeats for three rounds, player with the most round wins wins the game
Author Mia Dalia ("Estate Sale," "Alakazam") joins Scotty to talk about her rapid entry into writing during the lockdown years of the pandemic, how infamous (and beloved) "hardcore horror" author Jack Ketchum served as an influence on her own unique brand of quiet horror, the brilliance of writers like Richard Matheson and Michael Marshall Smith, her "write fast" writing process, the terrifying inspiration to be found in suburbia, and more. She and Scotty take a look at her novella "Smile So Red" (recently rereleased in her collection "Smile So Red and Other Tales of Madness" by Brigids Gate Press), and her psychological horror novel "Haven" (2024, CamCat Books). They also talk about Brad Anderson's 2001 cult-classic independent horror film "Session 9," and ask what was REALLY going on with that ending... You can find Mia online at https://daliaverse.wixsite.com/author You can find more of Mia's links at https://linktr.ee/daliaverse Read Mia's story "This Broken World" in the anthology "Choices: An Anthology of Reproductive Horror" at https://www.amazon.com/Choices-Anthology-Reproductive-Dianna-Gunn-ebook/dp/B0FJZNJVCR/ See the Facebook announcement for Mia's upcoming novel "Beautiful, Once" at https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1265732391691280&set=a.566944001570126 Check out the Earthling Publications Modern Classics Halloween Series at https://www.earthlingpub.com/halloween.htm Read an interview with Mia conducted by Michael Marshall Smith at https://michaelmarshallsmith.substack.com/p/in-conversation-mia-dalia Read the Kirkus Reviews post about "Smiles So Red and Other Tales of Madness" at https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/mia-dalia/smile-so-red-and-other-tales-of-madness/ Be sure to tune in to Daniel Braum's YouTube series "Night Time Logic." The series focuses on the strange, weird, and wonderful side of dark fiction through readings and discussions with diverse authors from around the world. You can tune in on Daniel's You Tube Channel, which is his name DanielBraum or @danielbraum7838. https://www.facebook.com/groups/429777132474382 https://www.youtube.com/@danielbraum7838 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
We explore the vintage clothing and collectibles scene in Omaha, examining the intersection of genuine appreciation, social signaling, and dopamine-driven consumerism. The conversation ranges from Matt's solo trip to a vintage event at A Priori (complete with Polaroid gift-giving) to broader questions about why we acquire things—whether it's a 1940s bomber jacket, rare vinyl records, or another book for the shelf. We discuss the spectrum between celebrating quality craftsmanship and using purchases to fill psychological needs, touching on everything from $500 Nebraska garage band 45s to the declining quality of modern retail clothing.The episode takes a practical turn when Alex proposes a personal experiment: a multi-month period of not buying anything beyond necessities. We examine the motivations behind this challenge—not primarily financial savings, but rather an exploration of impulse control, creative constraint, and resistance to consumer culture. We also revisit the idea of annual reflection sessions, moving away from metric-based goal-setting toward describing what we want our lives to look and feel like, and how to balance the fulfillment that comes from new pursuits with the discipline that characterized earlier periods of better health and lower consumption. -Ai If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating and/or a review. We read and appreciate all of them. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode. Links To Everything: Video Version of The Podcast: https://geni.us/StudioSessionsYT Matt's YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/MatthewOBrienYT Matt's 2nd Channel: https://geni.us/PhotoVideosYT Alex's YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/AlexCarterYT Matt's Instagram: https://geni.us/MatthewIG Alex's Instagram: https://geni.us/AlexIG
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(Nov 19, 2025) The state plans to close Bare Hill Correctional Facility in Malone this spring; we talk with Jim Odato from the Adirondack Explorer, about how the sale of the 36,000-acre Whitney Estate has fallen through due to a deed restriction; and Monica and Catherine try to stump each other with a sound quiz.
(Nov 19, 2025) The state plans to close Bare Hill Correctional Facility this spring, one of three state prisons in Malone. We talk with local officials and advocates for inmates about the impact of the closure. Also: Why the massive $125 million deal to buy the Whitney estate in the central Adirondacks fell through.
Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Nov. 15, 2025: Bob Schmitt of The Junkluggers joins the show to inform WGN Radio listeners about the success and pitfalls of estate sales. To learn more about what The Junkluggers can do for you, go to www.junkluggers.com or give them a call at 1-800-LUG-JUNK (1-800-584-5865).
In this episode of House of Lou, Veronica welcomes Kate Pollmann and Jessica Conway, owners of Sugarcoat Home, to talk about shopping estates sales, finding treasures where (and when!) you least expect them, and how we can all create beautiful, unique spaces when we follow our heart’s desire. Kate and Jessica also share Sugarcoat’s origin story, insights about working together, and their hopes and dreams for the future of their business. Hint: There’s more travel ahead for them—and, possibly, the chance for us to join them on one of their adventures! These women are passionate about the home, antiques, and living life to the fullest. So, get ready for a lively conversation with two of St. Louis’ most exciting retail owners. This episode is sponsored by NCJWSTL The Resale Shop and supported by St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Don’t miss Couturier, October 22–25 at The Resale Shop. For over 60 years, this premier resale event has featured high-quality designer clothing and accessories for women, men, and children, plus unique home décor—all at a fraction of the cost. Proceeds support programs that improve the lives of women, children, and families. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing! Mentioned in this episode: Sugarcoat Home Ambacht Marci Marsh Abode by Parklyn Interiors Candice Wideman Miriam Switching Post St. Louis Magazine‘s Dream Kitchens Architect & Designer Awards ModernSTL: Ridgewood Home Tour Landmarks Association: Cathedral Basilica: An Illustrated Timeline Persimmon Festival & Tree Giveaway You may also enjoy these articles from SLM: The inventory at Sugarcoat Home in St. Louis is curated by two friends Where to shop for vintage, resale, and consignment fashion in St. Louis A guide to vintage shopping in St. Louis More episodes of House of Lou See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An Estate Sale of your stuff after your death is probably one of the worst things that can happen and implies your failure. Here's why...
In your Phone Tap Brooke calls a woman who is having a yard sale this coming Saturday and letting her know, her junk is nothing compared to the ESTATE SALE right down the street!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In your Phone Tap Brooke calls a woman who is having a yard sale this coming Saturday and letting her know, her junk is nothing compared to the ESTATE SALE right down the street!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to episode 450, where we're getting haunted by Christine's latest estate sale acquisitions. This week Em brings us a South African folklore in the Tokoloshe. Then Christine covers the heartbreaking Tallahassee disappearance and murder of Lori Analise Page. And tune into Leona's future podcast to hear more about her open-eyed naps... and that's why we drink! Right now, And That's Why We Drink listeners can save 30% on their first order of Cornbread Hemp! Just head to cornbreadhemp.com/DRINK and use code DRINK at checkout. Quit stalling and start saving when you make the switch to Mint Mobile. Shop plans at MINTMOBILE.com/ATWWD. The best way to cook just got better. Go to HelloFresh.com/DRINK10FM now to get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item for Life! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Managing estate sales comes with a unique set of challenges, from complicated family dynamics to maintaining an empty property.In this conversation, co-founders of the Christie's International Real Estate Group Trusts & Estates Division Leslie Hirsch and Howard Morrel share their tips for estate managers tasked with seeing a property through an estate sale. Tune in to hear what you need to know about insurance and maintenance as a home sits through this process, documents and information to keep at your fingertips, repairs that can impact the value of a property, and what most commonly gets overlooked. Subscribe to the Easemakers Podcast to hear from more experts in the private service industry, and join the Easemakers community to talk to other estate managers and PSPs on a regular basis. Enjoying the Easemakers Podcast? Leave us a rating and a review telling us about your favorite episodes and what you want to learn next!The Easemakers Podcast is presented by Nines, modern household management software and services built for private service professionals and the households the support.
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Estate sale. Using your I.D. to view pornography. If you had an estate sale what would someone want to buy?
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On today's show, we're chatting with Marika, the general manager of EstateSales.Net – she's a global expert in the secondhand market, her career spanning career spanning from auction houses in Sydney and London to making the estate sale space more technologically-innovative for the modern day secondhand buyers and shoppers. Now, listeners of this show will probably be familiar with EstateSales.Net – the place to find estate sales online. On today's episode you're going to hear about some of the new ideas – like virtual line management and hybrid auction sales – that are making estate sales more accessible and familiar to new shoppers. Plus, she's going to share with us all her fun stories about art collecting, and the pieces she bought with her first commission checks back when she first got into the game. DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [2:43] How Marika's grandmother, a dressmaker, sparked her love of style and taught her that "creativity doesn't require abundance" [4:04] Getting into secondhand shopping through books at Vinnies (Australia's version of Goodwill) [4:49] A serendipitous encounter with a Sotheby's auction at Paddington Town Hall launched Marika's career in art auctions [6:43] Early career selling ads for Antiques Trade Gazette and covering a Qianlong vase that sold for £43 million [8:06] The art of storytelling - how to make pieces approachable and appealing to buyers [11:03] At ‘Auction Technology Group' she was on the ground floor of making secondhand auctions younger and more tech-forward. [17:14] Acquiring EstateSales.net in 2023, and making the estate sale space more technologically-innovative. [20:49] Why hybrid sales (online + in-person) work best for today's buying behaviors [21:42] Beginner tips for first-time estate sale shoppers [30:20] What separates out the higher-revenue estate sales [32:55] Marika's best estate sale finds. EPISODE MENTIONS: EstateSales.Net @estatesalenet Vinnies Sotheby's Bonhams Marissa Speer of Bonhams on Pre-Loved EstateSales.net on Pre-Loved Podcast Estate Sale Industry Insights Mackii Shaye shops Kathy Hilton's estate sale By Rotation LET'S CONNECT:
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