What you need for a bankruptcy sale

A bankruptcy sale needs more than tables and price tags. You need a clear payment setup, enough labels and stationery, safe lighting, signs that guide visitors, and a way to move and display stock. Buy or gather supplies early, especially the payment terminal, printer materials, cash and extension cords. Use this list alongside your sales plan so the venue is ready before doors open.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Tablesqty 8
High tablesqty 2
Clothes racksqty 4
Storage cratesqty 20
Chairsqty 12
Party tent

Equipment

Payment terminal
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Laptop
Printer
Cash register
Roll containersqty 2

Office

Price labelsqty 500
Marker pensqty 12
Ballpoint pensqty 20
Notepadsqty 6
Receiptsqty 4
Envelopesqty 50
Printer paper
Tapeqty 6
Ropeqty 2
Scissorsqty 4
Clipboardsqty 4

Decorations

Directional signsqty 10
Entrance sign
Sales signqty 2

Lighting

LED lightsqty 8
Batteriesqty 24

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 80
Coffee cupsqty 30
Teaspoonsqty 30

Kitchen

Thermos flasksqty 3
Kettlesqty 2
Serving jugsqty 2
Serving traysqty 3

Packaging

Cardboard boxesqty 50
Paper carrier bagsqty 100
Bubble wrapqty 2
Wrapping paperqty 3

Security

Barrier tapeqty 4
Conesqty 8

Cleaning

Vacuum cleaner
Bucketsqty 3
Mopsqty 3
Broomqty 2

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 2 packs
- Milk - 6 liters
- Long-life coffee cream - 3 tubs
- Stir sticks - 200 pieces
- Water - 8 bottles
- Cola - 4 bottles
- Cola Zero - 4 bottles
- Sinas - 3 bottles
- Apple juice - 3 packs
- Paper napkins - 200 pieces
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Muesli bars - 40 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 12 rolls
- Trash bags - 3 rolls
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Glass cleaner - 1 bottle
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Cleaning sponges - 2 packs
- Hand soap - 3 bottles
- Disinfecting hand gel - 2 bottles
- Paper towels - 4 packs
- Duct tape - 3 rolls
- Cable ties - 2 bags

Tips

Prepare price labels, marker pens, tape and scissors at least one day before the sale. Keep spare labels and two markers at the cash register for last-minute changes.
Plan one payment point with a cash register, payment terminal, receipts, envelopes and notepads. Test the terminal and printer before visitors arrive, rather than discovering a connection or paper problem during the sale.
Allow at least one table or rack for each main product category, plus clear walkways. Storage crates and roll containers help move unsold items without blocking the entrance or exit.
Bring enough extension cords and power strips for the payment equipment, printer and LED lights, and keep cables secured with tape or rope. Pack spare batteries for any lights that do not run from mains power.
Set aside reusable cups and supplies for the coffee station before the sale starts. Put entrance, exit, directional and sales signs where visitors can see them from the approach, not only once they are inside.

Frequently asked questions

What stationery do I need for a bankruptcy sale?: Bring price labels, marker pens, ballpoint pens, notepads, receipts, envelopes, printer paper, tape, rope, scissors and clipboards. Prepare at least one spare marker and a reserve of labels before setup begins.
How much cash should I prepare for a bankruptcy sale?: Prepare enough change for the lowest prices you expect to accept, including coins and small notes. Count and record the starting cash before opening, and keep it separate from sales proceeds in the cash register.
How many tables and racks do I need for a bankruptcy sale?: Use at least one display surface or clothes rack for each product category, then add space for the cash register and documents. Leave clear walkways rather than filling every available metre; check the layout before doors open.
When should I test the payment terminal and printer?: Test both at least one day before the sale and again during final setup. Check the power, network connection, receipt paper and a complete test transaction so problems can be fixed before visitors arrive.

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