Estate Sale Services in Maryland, DC & Northern Virginia

There comes a time in most of our lives when we need to simplify — by downsizing or editing the scope of our belongings. Potomac Concierge is here to help with that process with estate sale facilitation services designed to relieve our clients of the burdens associated with this monumental and often emotional task.

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Diann Heine
Libby was the Manager in getting a house ready for the market. It had been lived in for about 50 years and needed a variety of services. She had an amazing team of workmen and was able to empty the home, fix several items and make it look refreshed. All with quick response and professionalism. Very impressive work.
Response from the owner:Thank you Diann – it was a pleasure to work with you. It is always nice to be on the same page and work with someone so professional and pleasant.
Helena Cubas
Made everything run so smoothly for my wedding, really appreciated having her there that day!
Response from the owner:We were so happy to be able to help you on your special day! Wishing you all the best!
Kendra Outler
I called Potomac concierge when my office and life was a mess. Very busy.I was embarrassed to have someone look at it. I got an angel from Potomac Concierge and she came in and helped me organize my office. They have outstanding staff who very professional and caring. Best decision and work every penny!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your review Kendra. We were so happy to help get your office organized, and take some of the stress out of your life.
Rachel Teel
Highly recommend Potomac Concierge! Called to see about same day errand runs while I was in the DC area for business. Libby was so helpful and set everything up over the phone in minutes. They are super efficient with great communication. Jamee went above and beyond to make sure the clothes I needed for a meeting were not only there in time, but steamed! This team was a total lifesaver! Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much Rachel – so glad we were able to help. Best wishes to you.
Glen Kruglak
Lauren Labrada inspects our home while we are in Florida. She is timely, professional, courteous, and most helpful. A real asset.
Response from the owner:Thank you very much for your review. It is our pleasure to assist you and we look forward to helping for more years to come.
Carol Moore
I am so very grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Libby Kinkead. She is extremely knowledgeable, professional, helpful, inspiring, and kind-hearted! When you work with Libby, you are immediately put at ease by her relaxed, down-to-earth approach. At the same time, she's highly energetic and motivating. The truth is I've read a lot about getting organized (which is a whole lot easier than actually being organized!) But after a recent class with Libby, I shifted into "get it done" mode. She gave me the boost I needed to take care of my clutter without judgment! Here are just a few of the gems that she shared that have made a huge difference for me: "Decluttering is not stuff shifting." (I didn't even realize I was doing this!) "There is a difference between something being useful and actually using it." And this one really hit home: "Clinging to the past makes it hard to move forward." Thanks to Libby's wise guidance and enthusiastic support, I am moving forward!
Response from the owner:Thank you very much Carol. It was a pleasure to work with you. It is great to hear I was able to help. Good luck to you and the class and just let me know if you need any further encouragement. Libby
Marc Dixon
I am a single, heavy set Business Owner with crazy work hours and no support system (at least not any that I would burden). I had just bought my first home after living in an apartment for over 20 years. I needed to furnish my entire new house and have a number of repairs done. So I was looking at having to make a sizable amount of purchases, schedule deliveries and installations, all which required supervision in the midst of keeping the money coming in with work. Quite frankly, I had no idea how I was going to get all these done. Enter Potomac Concierge Service’s Kim Thompson and Debbie Parrillo to the rescue. On Day-1 when I met them at my house in Falls Church for a consultation, it was so cold in the house because the furnace had decided to go belly up that we couldn’t take our coats off. It was nearly unbearable to conduct this initial meeting. Not only did they stay, but Debbie had someone come out a fix and service the furnace the very next day. The ink was barely dry on my contract with them, and they were already taking care of my needs. Not only is Kim’s taste and style worthy of her own Bravo TV show, but her ability to find just the right piece and resolve space constraints is near Sunday morning church inspirational. The first time I walked in the house after she initially staged it, I couldn’t stop smiling for days! The Cable TV installer was not only late but took forever to arrive; I’m talking way past normal business hours. I was stuck at work trying to get a client deliverable out and couldn’t be there. Kim not only stayed ridiculously late for this person to come and complete the installation. She kept me apprised via text through the whole ordeal. I didn’t have to worry about a thing. Just recently after she had already supervised and staged all of the initial furniture buys to make my house look like an amazing magazine ad, her attention to detail, diligence, and coordination skills successfully juggled several equipment upgrades, multiple deliveries, and a landscape consultation all in one day. I’m talking scratch it off checklist, done. Potomac Concierge not only has these two extremely capable professionals to directly assist my me as their client. Their network of trusted vendors and contractors to do the work is such an added-value to the support they have provided. Seriously their Rolodex easily rivals Angie’s List and the quality to date has been superb. So far throughout my entire experience with them, I have not had to make a single phone call to arrange for any third party services. Kim and Debbie have done all the leg work, leaving me free to concentrate on work and my normal life. And I truly can’t begin to articulate through words how stress-free my life has been since contracting Potomac Concierge. Seriously my Partners at work only know that I’m in the middle of a home move because I’ve told them it’s happening and the fact that I act like-a-kid on Christmas morning when I provide them with updates. Thanks to Potomac Concierge Services, I’m about a week away of completing Phase I, getting the new home ready for me to move in. Phase II will be emptying out my apartment and getting it ready to hand it back over to my landlords after 22 years. Can you guess who I’ve contracted to help me with Phase II? Do I even need to type it? Yeah, that would be Potomac Concierge! Sincerely an extreme grateful client, M. Dixon
Response from the owner:Marc, yours was such a fun project! You are so easy going and enthusiastic it made everything so easy. Look forward to working with you for a long time to come. Thank you.
Dorothy Moga
I have been receiving services from Potomac Concierge now for a year. I have been completely satisfied. Janet has been working with me and has been terrific. She has helped me with my home office support and organization and with cleaning out/reorganizing several closets. She is always on time, tuned in and responsive to my needs and wishes, efficient — and we get a huge amount of things done!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words. You too, are a pleasure to work with and we appreciate the opportunity to assist you.
Lisa Stark
I had a last minute need for someone to pack up and clear part of the items in my basement and Potomac Concierge was amazing. I called on a Friday. They had someone here on a Monday morning and it was done perfectly! I'd use them again in a heartbeat!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind review, Lisa! So glad we were able to assist you. Please reach out to us should you need our services again.
Allyson Alvaré Kranz
We recently enlisted Potomac Concierge to help with unpacking and organizing after our move, and the experience was outstanding. Their team — Amelia, Joan, Kristin, and Shannon — was prompt, professional, and genuinely delightful, all while unpacking more than 140 boxes in just two days and even finishing ahead of schedule. Lauren’s guidance throughout the scheduling process was equally excellent. I can’t recommend the Potomac Concierge team highly enough, and they will absolutely be my first call for the next project.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for taking the time to share this wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear that your experience with Potomac Concierge was such a positive one. Amelia, Joan, Kristin, and Shannon will be especially grateful for the recognition. It was a pleasure assisting you through the scheduling process and supporting your move. Unpacking and organizing after a move can feel overwhelming, and we’re so glad we could help make the transition smoother. We truly appreciate the recommendation and would be honored to assist you again on your next project!
Jill Zuckman
Simply the best. We couldn’t be happier with all the support we got from Potomac Concierge. When you need help, these are the pros.
Michael Barth
Dear Aida– Now that Marilyn and I have had a chance to settle in, I wanted to express our enormous satisfaction with the work of Potomac Concierge. Simply put, Kristin, Kelley, and Jamee made the move from our 50 year, four-story home to an apartment possible. Kristin and her team had a quick solution to any problem. You, your partner, and another showed up when deadlines were getting tight. In addition to great competence, all of the Potomac Concierge people had a smile and were delightful to be with. The downsizing/move process was not fun; Potomac Concierge made it happen and helped us to survive. I would recommend Potomac Concierge unreservedly. Thanks and Best Michael Barth
Response from the owner:Dear Micheal, thank you for providing such a great review! It was a pleasure to assist both you and Marilyn. We were so happy to help get you settled into your new home. Wishing you all the best.
Katharine Wystrach
I am so grateful to Vicki for all of her hard work on my behalf. I’ve moved so many times. This was the best. She oversaw everything, and expedited so many steps, and made good decisions. I was absent from virtually the entire project, and completely confident in her management and trustworthiness. I hope I never have to move again, but if I do, I’ll definitely use this company.
Response from the owner:Katharine, thank you so much for the nice words. We're so happy that we were able to help simplify your move this time around. Hope you have settled in and are enjoying your new home!
Becca Billison
I recently used Potomac Concierge to help us with a move to a bigger home – they were wonderful from start to finish! Huge thank you to Shannon and Tricia for helping us get moved, unpacked, and organized so quickly and smoothly! Will definitely be using for future moving and organizing needs.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that your move went smoothly and that Shannon and Tricia were able to make the process easier for you. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and look forward to helping you again with future moves or organizing projects!
s Lewis
I had a last minute cable appointment and was searching late Friday for someone to come complete a task on Monday. Time was of the essence! Potomac Concierge was able to accommodate a last minute request and had my task assigned within a couple of hours. I work in furnished housing and in this industry, you have to have reliable people on the ground as I am often far away from all my set ups. Vicki showed up on time and completed the task perfectly in every way. I had to give her very little direction and she even did a few extra things that made it complete for me. I would for sure use Potomac Concierge in the future. I am very pleased with the level of service they provided.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind review!
Tiffany Townsend
I called Potomac Concierge Services (PCS) a few weeks back, frantically needing help to get our house de-cluttered and ready to put on the market for sale before the end of the month. The rub was that we had three days to get it done before I had to leave on a 5 day business trip! Aida and her excellent staff, which included Audrey, Dionne & Susan whisked in and saved the day! They helped us purge, de-clutter and organize, all in record time. This was no small feat considering that my husband and I merged two households during our previous move without the benefit of a purge. Add five years and two kids to the mix and you can imagine the task we were facing. To say we felt overwhelmed was an understatement! But, the PCS staff immediately put our minds at ease. They had great suggestions and tips to get the work done efficiently and they were a joy to work with. Without question, I would recommend the services of PCS to all of my friends and I wouldn't hesitate to use them again in the future!
Response from the owner:Tiffany, thank you for the great review! Glad we could help! And don't hesitate to contact us for help in the future!
Philip Nathan
My wife and I recently used Potomac Concierge to take some of the stress and legwork out of our recent move from Alexandria, VA to New York City. Susan, our concierge, was a pleasure to work with. She is a consummate professional, and helped us make coordinating our movers and storage units a breeze! She also helped line up a PO Box in our new city and get the house clean and ready for our new tenants. Susan even found time in her schedule to help with our packing!! One word of caution: we had a very unpleasant experience working with the cleaners they scheduled (Your Cleaning Connection- they were terrible and a nightmare to work with). Potomac and Susan did everything they could on our behalf to get the company to honor the job, even offering to come out and supervise the cleaning. Every other service, particularly the movers (JK movers), that they recommended were exceptional. As said, the cleaners must have been a blip and Potomac again could not have been more wonderful working on our behalf. We would never have survived this move without this gem of a company. We half joke that they are the only reason our marriage weathered this move. Susan is without a doubt the most lovely and professional person, and the owners are also wonderful and incredibly communicative. We can not recommend this company enough. If you are moving, especially if it is an involved job, hire Potomac. They will change your life.
Response from the owner:Philip, thank you for providing such a great review. It was a pleasure to assist both you and your wife and wish you the very best in your new home. We strive to provide high-quality services and your feedback is what allows us to continue offering only the best experience. Thank you again.
Aisha W.
I worked with Potomac Concierge in November 2019. I was moving with my toddler son from a 3-bedroom apartment in Bethesda to a house in Friendship heights….
Marika Suda
Potomac Concierge did a beautiful job this summer on the substantial renovation of my condominium in Adams Morgan. I live a three-hour drive from Washington, and I literally could not have done it without them. Actually, they did it all and I was left with the fun part of picking out styles and colors. The work on my condo was extensive – updating a bathroom (new vanity, flooring, drywall repair, etc.), bead board and new flooring in the utility area, a new garbage disposal, oriental rug cleaning, new windows with new granite sills, and 15 years' worth (!) of handyman jobs. Because Potomac Concierge is a group of intelligent self-starters, I really could (and did) leave everything to them. After one personal meeting to discuss my "wish list", communication was by email at my convenience. The stress of renovation, in my opinion, is due to difficulty in scheduling and quality control issues. All of this was borne by Potomac Concierge. I told them that when I saw the finished project, I felt like the women on HGTV who start crying at the "reveal". I do not write reviews, as a rule, but because I found Potomac Concierge on the internet, and took a leap of faith, I feel a responsibility to anyone else out there who is looking for help. You cannot go wrong if you hire them!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for taking the time to write this great review. It gives us great pleasure to take care of our clients so they can focus on what's important to them. Your project was fun and we agree it looks great.
Marjorie Greenberg
I literally could not have stayed in my home during the pandemic nor gotten my house ready to sell without Kelly’s outstanding assistance. Kelly had a solution to every problem and always was calm while addressing any challenge. I think of Kelly as my guardian angel. Kristin also was essential during the process of packing up my house belongings and moving into my new apartment. As an example of the special care they gave to my china cup collection, Kelly took photographs of the secretary and display case in which the cups were displayed and then she and Kristin unpacked the cups and put them back in the identical order. I am eternally grateful to both of them.
Response from the owner:Hi Majorie, thank you for your wonderful review! We are so happy Kelly and Kristin were able to assist you with your move and in getting your house ready to sell. We welcome the opportunity to work with you again should you ever need our services in the future.
Nancy Sachs
I have to tell you how wonderful and incredible both Rachel and Dana were in getting our attic, basement, and tool shed in ship-shape order!  They're both amazingly efficient, hard-working, energetic, and very nice!  Both my husband and I appreciated their taking charge of the mess at our house.  It will really help make our lives so much cleaner and easier. Lauren was also great in helping set everything up and was very responsive with ideas and help. I can highly recommend Potomac Concierge!
Susan Trachman
I cannot say enough good things about this company. I hired them to help me with my downsizing and move from Potomac Maryland to Falls Church Virginia. I would not have been able to continue to work full time and manage all of this by myself. From the moment I spoke with the owner, Libby Kinkead, I knew that I was in good hands. She linked me with Cheryl McGinnis who is a godsend. After I told her what I needed, she essentially took over. She interviewed movers for me and negotiated a very fair price with the one I chose (who I also highly recommend; Commonwealth Movers with Lionel's team). She was able to be present for Greendrop, the company I hired to come and look at a very large donation and also was there when Purple Heart came to take things away. Throughout, she was knowledgable, professional and extremely supportive. She even managed the final item after I physically moved out; having the leftover "junk" taken away by a company she recommended. Even after the move was complete, I contacted Cheryl to help me with an issue with my new home. It required foundation work that was to be done by a structural engineering company. Unfortunately, the company is terrible at communicating with their clients. Somehow, she worked her magic and was able to get through to the right people, and the job is almost done. I will absolutely use them again and would be happy to speak with anyone who is considering hiring them. Thank you again Libby and Cheryl!!!
Abbie Burke
All of the women I worked with from Potomac Concierge (Cheryl, Vikki, Trish) were not only helpful, organized, energetic and focused, but they were also not afraid to get their hands dirty to get the job done. And they did it all with a sense of humor, warmth and the wisdom that comes only from experience. They efficiently helped me move out of my house, including sorting and cleaning most of my belongings, and move into a rental house after experiencing an environmental disaster in our home. I would use them time and again. I highly recommend their services.
Stephanie Jaar
Vicki came to reorganize two of my closets and had everything done within 3 hours! We tossed very few items and yet by the end I had gained back a lot of space in the closets.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much Stephanie. It was a pleasure helping you get everything organized and allow you to reclaim valuable closet space!
Amy Weiss
Potomac Concierge is the best money we have spent. Aida, Libby and the team were incredibly professional, organized and no ask was too much for them to handle with grace and speed. We hired them to assist with our move out of our home and into a new home. We could not have done it without them. They know how to get things done, they hire all of the right people. We spent the first night in our new home with our bedroom, kitchen, and closets completely unpacked and organized. They are simply the best.

Our Estate Sale Facilitation Services

Our experienced team of professionals possesses the unique skill set required for estate sale facilitation, providing expert assistance every step of the way. Partnering with Potomac Concierge during this transitional period of life allows you to focus on your health and well-being as well as other family and professional matters while we look after each and every detail leading up to your estate sale.

Our services are custom designed to meet your individual needs, and no task is too great or small. With exceptional attention to detail, years of experience, and a mature, discreet approach, our team will help to solve any issues that arise and make your experience as seamless and stress-free as it can be.

From the moment you contact Potomac Concierge, we start to work for you. During your initial consultation, a member of our trusted team of professionals will speak with you to determine your needs and arrange for a time to visit your home.

We’ll establish a realistic timeline in preparation for your estate sale and begin working with you to declutter, take inventory, and sort through your belongings. We have a number of well-vetted, trusted vendors at our disposal and will make all necessary arrangements for the dispersal of items you no longer need.

Once all your items are accounted for, we’ll make arrangements with estate sale personnel to go forward with the sale.

Some of the many estate sale facilitation services offered by Potomac Concierge include:

To learn more about our estate sale services in the DC metro area, contact us online or call (240) 200-4824 today!

  • Set a realistic timeline of events in preparation of the estate sale.

  • Systematically inventory and sort through your possessions, helping you decide what to do with each item.

  • Determine which pieces will work well in your new space.

  • Arrange for the professional assessment of valuable items.

  • Communicate with trusted auction houses or estate liquidators to facilitate the sale of valuable items.

  • Arrange for items to be donated.

  • Arrange for the dispersal, including packaging and delivery, of designated items to various family or friends.

  • Arrange for items to be recycled.

  • Arrange for the disposal of items which are no longer useable.

  • Arrange for temporary storage of selected items.

  • Communicate with estate sale personnel as needed.

Schedule Estate Sale Services in MD, DC & Northern VA

If you need assistance planning and executing an estate sale, trust in the expert move managers and professional organizers at Potomac Concierge. From initial organization to thorough follow-through, our specialists will take all of the stress out of coordinating, managing, and completing your estate sale.

To schedule an estate sale consultation with one of our experts in DC or the surrounding areas, contact us online or call (240) 200-4824 today!

Frequently Asked Questions

Advanced planning and organizing are the keys to a successful estate sale. When planning for your sale, arrange the distribution of items you wish to keep among family members before you really get started.

Take an inventory of all items for your record and ease of sale. Grouping like items and displaying them in the rooms they would be used makes it easier for you and potential buyers to locate.

Research prices for similar items but be willing to negotiate if the right buyer appears, especially if they’re interested in multiple items.

Ideally, you want three to six weeks to set up an estate sale without rushing. Of course, this timeline can be crunched if you’re selling the home or otherwise need to move quickly; professional assistance can condense this timeline substantially.

  • At least a month out from your sale, make sure you’re doing researching valuable and common items, know a firm sale date, and understand the rules for an estate sale in your area.
  • A few weeks out, figure out advertising via signage and social media, but don’t start any real advertising until the week of the sale. This is also a good time to tag items with prices or as not for sale.
  • The week of your estate sale, organize items for easy browsing and prepare to receive sales. You might also prepare packing materials for buyers to take away fragile items safely.
  • The day before or the morning of your estate sale is a good time to set up signage in your neighborhood in addition to whatever other advertising you’ve done.

Your first priority for an estate sale should be to identify what’s will be kept, gifted, donated, or discarded. From there, you can start organizing and pricing.

Pay attention to obvious big-ticket items like electronics and furniture but keep other valuable items in mind, such as:

  • Kitchenware
  • Small appliances
  • Jewelry
  • Decor items

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