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We have the list of companies that buy contents of houses. Some companies like Fine Estate Inc. and Michigan Liquidators only operate in a single state, while others operate regionally. Search our list for a company near you that offers the services you need.
The List of Companies That Buy Contents of Houses
Selling the contents of a house, known as an estate or household buyout, is a good option if you want to sell everything quickly.
We have the list of local and regional U.S. companies that will buy the entire contents of a house, plus information on available services and assessment policies.
Aaron’s Estate Sales
- Where it operates: Michigan
- Available services: Buyout/cleanout, estate sales, antique evaluation, auctions
- How it works: Aaron’s Estate Sales will come to the house to assess the value of the sellable items. It will then evaluate the cost to remove non-sellable items. Using these two assessments, Aaron’s Estate Sales will make an offer or provide a quote for the removal cost. After the buyout is complete, it will clean the home to make it ready to sell.
- Other things to know: Same-day payment may be available. Donation receipts are available for donated items. The company has a network of contacts for related services, such as painters and realtors.
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Adams Unlimited
- Where it operates: Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania
- Available services: Buyout/cleanout, appraisal
- How it works: Call or email Adams Unlimited when you’re ready to sell and provide a brief description of the items. If the company decides it’s interested, representatives will come to the home to do an assessment and make an offer. Items can be removed within a day or two. Other things to know: Adams Unlimited has a list of items it’s particularly interested in on its website.
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Fine Estate Inc.
- Where it operates: California
- Available services: Buyout/cleanout, auctions, estate sales, showroom sales, consignment
- How it works: After assessing your property, Fine Estate Inc. will advise you on your best options. If you opt for a buyout, the company will empty the house and leave it in broom-clean condition.
- Other things to know: Fine Estate Inc. specializes in art, sterling silver, old books, fine jewelry, and antique furniture.
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Googie Down Estate Liquidators
- Where it operates: Colorado
- Available services: Buyout/cleanout, estate sales, consignment, appraisals
- How it works: Googie Down Estate Liquidators will come to the house and advise you on the best combination of services to meet your needs. For buyouts, it will provide an appraisal of sellable items, arrange for the removal of non-sellable items, and provide immediate payment. Googie Down Estate Liquidators will also arrange any charity donations and/or trash disposal.
- Other things to know: Googie Down Estate Liquidators is paid on commission and only after services are complete; there are no upfront costs or fees.
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Grasons Co.
- Where it operates: Arizona, California, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas
- Available services: Buyout/cleanout, estate sales, auctions
- How it works: Grasons Co. can advise you on the best services to meet your needs. In the case of a buyout, the company will either purchase the contents directly or connect you with a buyer looking to purchase an entire estate.
- Other things to know: Grasons Co. offers other related services, including home staging and relocation.
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Hallenbeck Antiques and Estate Sales
- Where it operates: New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania
- Available services: Buyout, estate sales, consignment
- How it works: Hallenbeck Antiques and Estate Sales will appraise and remove your items and pay you cash. After a buyout, the company will leave the house in broom-clean, market-ready condition.
- Other things to know: Hallenbeck Antiques and Estate Sales advises its clients not to discard anything, as unexpected items often have value.
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JDEE’s Hauling & Estate Liquidation
- Where it operates: California
- Available services: Buyout/cleanout, probate liquidation, estate downsizing, hauling
- How it works: JDEE’s Hauling & Estate Liquidation will come to the house to evaluate the contents. It will then present you with a few options based on its available services. In addition to a complete buyout, JDEE’s buys specific items.
- Other things to know: JDEE’s Hauling & Estate Liquidation offers related services, including moving and relocation services.
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Michigan Liquidators
- Where it operates: Michigan
- Available services: Buyout/cleanout, estate sales
- How it works: Michigan Liquidators will come to the house, assess your items, and help you decide how best to proceed. For a buyout, it will make an offer and remove all items. Michigan Liquidators can also arrange charity donations. It will leave the house empty, broom-clean, and market ready.
- Other things to know: Cleaning services and debris removal may be available.
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NOVA Liquidation
- Where it operates: Virginia, Washington, D.C.
- Available services: Buyout
- How it works: Start by contacting NOVA Liquidation. Representatives will then come to the house to assess the items and make an offer. NOVA Liquidation can typically remove the items within two days, though it can take up to a week for larger properties.
- Other things to know: If an estate sale makes more sense for your situation, the company will recommend you to its partner agency. If you have a few high-value items, it may offer to purchase them separately.
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If you only have a few pieces of furniture or other antiques to sell, see our post on where to sell used furniture.
