How to Salvage Things in Old Houses

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Find if is legal where you live.

   In some places, you need the owner's or state's permission to search abandoned houses.
   
   Be prepared to pay if the owner or state wants money for you to look.
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   Step 2: Look for jewelry or gold.

   This is the most obvious thing to look for as precious metal and gold prices are rising greatly.
   
   You can make several hundred or even thousands of dollars of a single piece of jewelry. , Often people don't want there items in their houses so they put them in places such as garages.
   
   In garages, keep and eye out for cars too. , There are a fortune to be made in advertisement.
   
   Many retailers like old advertising as it draws in more customers. , Sometimes people leave behind old electronics such as SEGAs or Nintendo 64s.
   
   Very rarely do people leave behind modern day electronics. , Old albums such as Elvis or The beetles have high prices for old records.
   
   If you have a record player, it would be best to try out the album, to see if it works, Before you take it. , Things like signed baseballs or famous peoples shirts can go for thousands.
   
   Have an expert check out your memorabilia after you take it to see if it is legit. , Don't take every thing you see, ask questions like:
   Is it in good condition? If not, can you fix it? Would this sell? Is it valuable?
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   Step 3: Look in sheds and garages.

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   Step 4: Look for advertisement.

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   Step 5: Look for electronics.

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   Step 6: Look for music and albums.

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   Step 7: Look for memorabilia.

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   Step 8: Ask your self questions when taking things.

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