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and Gig Harbor stories.

Practical, locally-focused advice — written by people who actually sell stuff in this town.

Selling tips

The Best Places to Sell Furniture in Gig Harbor (2026)

From Facebook Marketplace to consignment shops to GHS — the real trade-offs of every channel for selling that mid-century dresser you've been meaning to clear out.

Garage sales

The Pacific Northwest Garage Sale Checklist

Pricing strategies, weather-proofing, traffic-attraction tactics, and when to break out the QR-code Venmo poster. Tested on three Gig Harbor weekends.

Selling tips

How to Take Listing Photos That Actually Sell (with Just Your iPhone)

Natural light, the 3/4 angle, and the one trick that makes furniture look 30% bigger. Photos that bring buyers — without a DSLR.

Safety

The 7 Most Common Scams on Local Marketplaces — And How to Avoid Them

Western Union, fake escrow, the 'I'll send my mover' trick, the broken-on-arrival shakedown. Here's what to watch for, with real Gig Harbor examples.

Selling tips

The Math: How to Price Used Furniture in 2026

We crunched 12 months of local sale data. Here's the formula by category, condition, and brand — plus a free pricing tool.

Buying guides

Buying a Used Boat on the Peninsula: Inspection Guide

What to check on a 14-foot Livingston, a Boston Whaler, or a 19-foot bowrider before you hand over a cashier's check. With photos.

Community

Why We Built Gig Harbor Sales

Facebook Marketplace owns the volume. Craigslist is still the default for serious sellers. Why does Gig Harbor need a third option?