Editor’s note: This story was first published in June 2016. It has since been updated.

Drive through any suburban neighborhood on a Saturday or Sunday in the spring or summer and you’re sure to find plenty of garage sales. Or yard sales, tag sales or rummage sales.

Whatever you call it, selling your unwanted stuff is a great way to make some extra cash.

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