CONSIGNMENT HAS BECOME A POPULAR WAY OF SELLING SLIGHTLY USED HOME FURNISHINGS.  HERE IS HOW CONSIGNMENT WORKS AT CONSIGNED BY DESIGN AT GEIST.


WHAT DO WE ACCEPT?  Furnishings accepted for consignment must be new or gently used, high-quality, classic furnishings in very clean and working condition.  This is to keep the selection and quality of our consigned furniture and accessories high.  All items sold "as is".  Types of items considered are night stands, dining room tables and chairs, china cabinets, buffets, breakfronts, kitchen tables and chairs, hutches, bedroom sets, headboards and frames, dressers, chest of drawers, coffee tables, end tables, desks and credenzas, bookcases, sofas, chairs, ottomans and footstools, entertainment centers, lamps, sofa tables, artificial plants, decorative mirrors, clocks, oriental rugs, vases and urns, table and bookcase decor, candlesticks, floral arrangements, framed artwork and more.

WHAT WE DO NOT TYPICALLY ACCEPT:  plastic or pressed wood furniture, electric appliances, musical instruments, window treatments, lawn equipment, non-assembled items, linens/bed pillows/towels/tableclothes, pianos or organs, sporting goods, mattresses, kitchen or hardware tools, grills, toys, baby furniture and items considered 'faddish' that are dated.  We reserve the right to reject any item(s) for any reason at any time.

HOW DO WE MAKE MONEY?  It's a 50/50 split of the actual selling price.  IF there is a sale in the store, the sales percentage off comes off of our side of the transaction if sold during the sale period.

HOW DO WE PRICE THE ITEMS?  The resale price of your consigned Furnishing(s) will be discussed with you, however, we have the sole discretion to determine the final price at the time of accepting the consignment.  Every effort will be made to fairly and profitably price your items based on a number of factors including condition of the item(s), quality and brand name and going market rate for comparable merchandise.  By consigning with us, you acknowledge that Consigned by Design at Geist (by its owners) is not a certified appraiser of Furnishing(s) or antiques.

HOW LONG DO WE KEEP THE ITEMS?  We keep most items for sale for 60 days.

ARE THERE PRICE REDUCTIONS?  There is an automatic 20% reduction after the first 30 days.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER 60 DAYS IF THE ITEM DOES NOT SELL?  You should pick up your item within 5 days after the end of the 60 day period.  At our option, we may agree to re-consign the item, but the item will be marked down again another 20% for each 30 day period.  You have to contact us as to whether or not you want to re-consign or pick-up the item 5 days before the end of the 60 day period.  The item will remain for sale until you pick it up, but we can reduce it another 20% at our option.  If your item is not picked-up and we have not heard from you, then the item may become our property to sell or we may donate the item to a charitable organization.

IS THERE PICK-UP AND DELIVERY?  Sorry, but Consignors are responsible for their own pick-up and delivery.  We have referra business partners that you may use.

DO YOU NEED AN APPOINTMENT TO BRING IN ITEMS?  No, but remember Consigned by Design reserves the right to reject any Furnishing(s) for any reason at any time.  An appointment does allow us to set aside a time when we can discuss your Furnishing(s) without interruption and talking to us first, before you bring your items into the shop, may be beneficial if your items are not consignable.

WHAT WILL THIS COST YOU?  We charge a one-time $15.00 Consignor Account Fee at the time of initial registration payable by Cash or Check.  This allows us to put you permanently into our system for future consignments.

HOW MANY ITEMS CAN YOU CONSIGN?  The sky's the limit!

HOW CAN YOU MAKE THE MOST MONEY FROM YOUR ITEM?  A little elbow grease is all it takes.  Touch up the paint, polish wood to a shine, remove tarnish from brass and silver and all that glitters will be gold!

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