Consignment FAQs
Q: What is consignment?
A: Consignment involves commissioning a person or business to store and sell your merchandise for you, while you retain ownership of your items. When your items are sold, you receive a percentage of the final sales price minus a commission fee.
Q: What kinds of items do you accept on consignment?
A: We accept home furnishings and accents (lighting, area rugs, decorative accents and art) that reflect high quality, are in great condition and being offered at competitive prices.
Q: I have items that I may be interested in consigning. What is the first step?
A: Please email photos of the items to
Courtney@cathysmarketplace.com along with a brief description of each piece and an asking price that reflects its current value and what you think an average person might be willing to pay for it. The design staff at Cathy’s Marketplace will assess the piece and asking price and either accept it or get back to you with our suggestions. We are happy to help with pricing as well.
Q: What is the “split”?
A: For displaying, storing and selling your items, Cathy’s Marketplace charges a 50% commission on each piece we sell. Checks for your 50% share of the prior month’s sales are issued and mailed to you on the 15th of each month.
Q: Are there any items you do not accept?
A: We do not accept furniture or accessories that are ripped, stained or otherwise damaged. Items must be free of any odors. Upholstered items must come from pet-free homes, or be professionally cleaned, and the receipt for the cleaning presented with the item upon delivery. We generally do not accept furniture in outdated styles, due to low demand, although we do accept antiques.
Q: Do you have someone who can appraise my items?
A: Cathy’s Marketplace does not currently have a certified appraiser on staff. We can draw on our team’s knowledge and experience to determine a value that we think is appropriate to the item and that will draw buyer interest.
Q: Will you repair my furniture?
A: Unfortunately, no. All furniture must be in 100% functioning order before we agree to sell it for you. We do not accept damaged pieces.
Q: Will you come and pick up my furniture?
A: It is your responsibility to get your items to us. Based on the photos you email us, our conversations with you and, in exceptional cases, site visits to assess your items, we will determine ahead of time which Cathy’s Marketplace facility your pieces should be delivered to and will schedule delivery accordingly.
