To Tag or Not to Tag?
Want to turn your gently used items into cash, but can’t find the time to prepare them for Just Like New? Tags R Us provides a convenient option to earn money on your new and gently used items while doing minimal work. It is perfect for those without access to a printer, someone who has a busy schedule, or if you have an abundance of items that need to be cleared out of your home.
Expectations
In order to utilize Tags R Us, LLC you must have at least 120 viable items to be tagged. Tags R Us will provide all hangers, safety pins, cardstock, tape, bags, etc that is needed to prepare your items. Although you are not required to provide these items for preparation, if you have these items “laying around” and want to also clean them out of your house, you are welcome to send them with your items.
You will be responsible for signing up for a drop off slot with JLN, dropping off items, and picking up your items from the event.
The rate for preparation of items is $5.00 per sheet of tags. The fee includes all items used for preparation (hangers, safety pins, cardstock, tape, bags, packing materials, and labor). There are 6 tags per sheet. You will be charged for a full sheet, regardless of the number of tags printed on it. There are no partial/half sheet/ per tag options available. Once the items are tagged, you can resubmit the item for subsequent JLN events by simply reactivating the tag in your inventory. Payment for services is due at the time of pick up of your items from Tags R Us, LLC.
Scheduling a Tagging Appointment
You are required to request an appointment to drop off your items to Tags R Us, LLC for preparation. A request for a drop off appointment can be scheduled by emailing tagsrusservice@yahoo.com. Once your request is received, you will be contacted to set up your appointment.
Item Selection and Preparation
All items brought to Tags R Us for sale preparation must follow JLN’s guidelines for accepted items. Please keep in mind Just Like New is NOT a yard sale. Please review JLN’s list of accepted items. We strictly follow this list. If you are unsure if an item will be accepted for tagging, please contact Tags R Us PRIOR to your tagging appointment.
- Items must be have all parts, be fully functional and, if battery operated, MUST have working batteries in the item.
- Please ensure that all items have been cleaned. This includes dust, dirt, grime, tape/sticker residue, crayon/ marker/pen marks, etc. Items should look NEW.
- DVD’s must be in their original cases.
- Items are expected to not look overly used/worn, exhibit minimal scuffing/wear, have no stains, tears, holes, missing buttons, broken zippers or worn elastic. The material must not look worn and should be pill-free.
Tags R Us, LLC will prepare and tag all listed items, regardless of the season, however, the consignor is responsible for taking the permitted items to the the respective sale. JLN reserves the right to turn away “out of season” items at the check in/quality control screening.
Generally, items are priced at a fraction of the original price. The minimum price of an item is $3.00. Keep in mind that people are coming to JLN to look for nice items at a bargain price. Our goal is to price the items so that it has the best change of selling. Items can be marked discount or donate – you will choose – however, your choices are applicable to all of your items.
Your Tagging Appointment
If you are not a registered consignor with JLN, you will need to complete the registration prior to bringing your items to Tags R Us. You can do this here.
The items that you are bringing should follow the expectations listed above. Should too many items not meet the guidelines for consignment, Tags R Us reserves the right to refuse services and charge a $50.00 consultation fee with no future services provided. Be sure to follow the expectations regarding consignable items in order to avoid this fee and loss of services.
Items should be packed neatly in boxes or totes with lids. If the item is too large for a box or tote, it can arrive unpacked, however, please make sure that if there are loose parts to the item that they are properly attached to it. Your boxes, totes, and large items must be labeled with your last name and consignor number. Use masking tape to label large items.
Items must be picked up within one week from the time that Tags R Us informs you that your items are ready. If the items are not picked up within one week of notification of completion, the items will become the property of Tags R Us, LLC.