ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CONSIGNING

HOURS:

BUSINESS OFFICE HOURS:

• 9 A.M. - 12 NOON MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
• CLOSED ON SATURDAY

STORE HOURS:

• 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.  MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 
• 10 A.M. TO 4 P.M. ON SATURDAY

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Before bringing in any item for consignment, please dial 941-955-7859 and press 1 for the latest updates concerning the consignment of your items. 

• BECOME A CONSIGNER: Sign-up at our business office between the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 noon Monday Through Friday. 
• FURNITURE CONSIGNMENT: [email protected]
  • For more details please see below under "How to Consign - What is Expected" Furniture Consignment.
• ART, MIRRORS AND DISH SETS are now being accepted by appointment only.  Please email pictures to [email protected] for approval. 
• GOLD JEWELRY, STERLING SILVER JEWELRY and INDIVIDUAL MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS WITH A RETAIL VALUE OF $150 OR MORE may be dropped off (in the business office) Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 12 noon.  Please include any appraisals or original documentation that might be helpful in the pricing process.  
  • We will accept up to 5 pieces of gold or sterling jewelry a week. (subject to change without notice)
  • Furniture, dish sets, artwork and mirrors are excluded. 
  • For more details please see below under "How to Consign - What is Expected" Gold and Sterling Silver Jewelry Consignment.

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WORKING TOGETHER TO HELP OTHERS...
Choose from 1 of 3 contract levels

PLATINUM LEVEL – DONATIONS - SUPPORTING THE ARTS

1. 100% of the sale price is applied to The Exchange's grant and scholarship program.
2. Donations are appreciated and graciously accepted at any time during regular business hours. Simply drop your donations off in the business office or ask one of the associates in the furniture department for assistance.
3. 100% Charitable Deduction for Federal Income Tax Purposes** Tax donation slip upon request.

GOLD LEVEL - CONSIGNMENT 50/50 SPLIT

1. 50% of the net proceeds is paid to the consignor; the remaining 50% is applied to The Exchange’s grant and scholarship program.
2. Easy Consigning - No numbering of your items.
3. 50% Charitable Deduction for Federal Income Tax Purposes**

SILVER LEVEL - CONSIGNMENT 60/40 SPLIT

1. 60% of the net proceeds is paid to the consignor, the remaining 40% is applied to The Exchange's grant and scholarship program.
2. The Exchange pays the highest commission of any other consignment store in town.
3. 40% Charitable Deduction for Federal Income Tax Purposes**

** Charitable Deduction for Federal Income Tax Purposes: The Woman's Exchange Inc of Sarasota DBA The Exchange is a 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to financially supporting local arts and cultural organizations, as well as students pursuing a higher education in the arts. As a result, a portion of the sale price of your items may qualify as a charitable deduction for federal income tax purposes. For more details specific to your situation, please contact your tax adviser.

A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com CH3046

I really love The Exchange and the people who work here and what they stand for.

Barbara Stevens, Consignor

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ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION

1. A check for merchandise sold will be cut the last day of the month and mailed to the consignor within fifteen days after the end of the month.
2. All consignments will remain at the original consigned price for 21 days after which they will be marked down up to 25%. After 42 days, items will be marked down up to 50% of the original price. Unless removed by the consignor, items become the property of the Exchange on the 60th day of the consignment period. NOTE: The Exchange reserves the right to lower prices prior to scheduled dates and times.
3. During the 59-day consignment period, the consignor may remove any of his or her consigned items between 9 a.m. and Noon Monday through Friday. Simply locate your items in the store and bring them to the business office where they will be removed from inventory. Only the consignor on record may remove items from inventory.
4. Lost checks may be re-issued, but a "stop payment fee" at the bank's current rate must be paid by the consignor. It is the responsibility of the consignor to inform the Exchange of any changes in name, address or telephone number. All checks are void after 90 days and will not be reissued.
5. The Exchange is a 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to financially supporting local arts and cultural organization, as well as students pursuing a higher education in the arts. As a result, a percentage of the cost associated with consigning your items with The Exchange may qualify as a charitable deduction for federal income tax purposes. For more details specific to your situation, please contact your tax adviser.

Coming to The Exchange is a great experience. The staff is so friendly & professional. I love it here. I hear birds chirping.

Erica Siegel, Consignor

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CONSIGNMENT DAYS AND TIMES

Miscellaneous and Clothing Consignment dates are subject to change. 

Before bringing in items for consignment, please dial 941-955-7859 and press 1 for the latest information  concerning the consignment of your items such as items being accepted for consignment. This list is continuously changing and is based on need. 

MISCELLANEOUS CONSIGNMENT

TUESDAY and FRIDAY: 8:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. 

1. Drop and Go Consignments will be accepted - Yes you get $ paid $
2. Please call before coming - Items accepted for consignment change weekly. Use our miscellaneous category list for reference. 
3. If you are consigning high-end art work such as sculptures, signed art glass and collectable with an individual retail value of $150 or more, please contact the intake manager.
4. Costume jewelry accepted on Fridays, only when specifically mentioned.

CLOTHING AND LINEN CONSIGNMENT

WEDNESDAY: 8:30 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M.

1st and 3rd Wednesday of the Month: Clothing and Accessories
2nd Wednesday of the Month: Linens and Luggage

1. Drop and Go Consignments will be accepted - Yes you get $ paid $
2. Please call before coming - Items accepted for consignment change weekly. Use our clothing preferred category list for reference. 

Note: Comforters/Duvet/Coverlet and Blankets: Although comforters sell extremely well at The Exchange, they are also bulky, requiring a great deal of space to display. Since these items are also heavy and often difficult to transport, we ask that our consignors only bring in 1 comforter/duvet/coverlet or blanket, 2 if matching, at one time. Since we see up to 200 consignors on any consignment day, only quality linens in pristine condition will be accepted for consignments.

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HOW TO CONSIGN - WHAT IS EXPECTED

MISCELLANEOUS AND CLOTHING CONSIGNMENT

The Exchange will accept consignments on a drop-and-go basis only. This is designed to facilitate consignments—not donations. Our consignment levels will remain the same (Platinum, Gold and Silver), and your earning capacity should remain as outstanding as ever.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

1. Download and fill out the intake slip with the header “Drop and Go.” The “Drop and Go” slip is available on the bottom of this page.
2. Label each of your items with your account number by using a ballpoint pen and piece of beige masking tape that is approximately 1” long. This helps to ensure that your consignments are properly credited to your account. The Exchange does not provide masking tape for this purpose. 

AFTER YOU ARRIVE

1. Miscellaneous: Place labeled items along with your “Drop and Go” slip in a bin. 
2. Clothing:  Place labeled items on the appropriate hangers, put on rack and attach your “Drop and Go” slip with a straight pin to your last item of clothing.  Make sure the “Drop and Go” intake slip includes the number of items being consigned. 
3. Purses, shoes and belts should be grouped in separate bags along with a "Drop and Go" slip. (Purses in one bag, shoes in another bag etc.)  Include the number of items being consigned on your "Drop and Go" slip.

If an item is unacceptable for consignment, it will be noted in your account and donated to one of the local charities The Exchange has a partnership with.  No other notification will be given.

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So much fun to come in. The girls are so delightful and full of energy.

Greg and Carolyn Sutherland, Consignor

FURNITURE CONSIGNMENTS

MONDAY – FRIDAY BY APPOINTMENTS ONLY

1. We require photos of all furniture items. Photos should be emailed to [email protected] along with your phone number.   
2. If you have small furniture items that you can easily load into your vehicle (such as lamps, plant stands, accent tables), furniture staff members will gladly look at them for approval Monday thru Thursday, 10 a.m. through 3 p.m.
3. As a courtesy to our customers, The Exchange will schedule the pickup of approved furniture or deliveries. For our clients, the cost is $75.00 per hour round-trip compared to the going rate of $140.00 per hour.
4. There is no charge to pick up donated furniture items.
5. Customers with scheduled approved furniture may bring their items to our loading zone and one of our associates will help unload them between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 10 a.m. until noon on Friday.
6. Please make sure your consignment number is written on beige masking tape and attached on top of the item in the upper right-hand corner. (Does not apply to donations or 50/50 accounts.)

Note: Pick-up and delivery services are handled by arms length independent contractors.  If you have an issue with your delivery it is to be handled between you and the delivery company you're working with. The Exchange receives no money in return for this service and therefore are not responsible for any damage or other incident that could occur as a result of moving furniture.

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

1. Label each of your items with your account number by using a ballpoint pen and piece of beige masking tape that is approximately 1” long. Place in upper right-hand corner.
2. Download and fill out the slip titled “Check-In Ticket” and attach to your items. The "Check-In Ticket" can be found on the bottom of this page.

WHEN YOU ARRIVE

1. Ring the doorbell outside the furniture intake doors.  
2. Once a staff member in the furniture department has been notified, they will help unload your furniture.

GOLD AND STERLING SILVER JEWELRY CONSIGNMENTS

Accepted in the business office Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and noon. To insure the safety of your jewelry, please submit it in a sealed plastic bag with your consignment number written on the outside of the bag.  Please utilize the jewelry intake slip which can be found at the bottom of this page to provide us with an itemized list of your items.  

1. Please make sure jewelry has been cleaned prior to consigning.
2. We do not accept jewelry that is damaged or in need of repair.
3. Jewelry boxes will not be saved due to space limitations.
4. We will accept up to 5 pieces of gold or sterling jewelry a week. (subject to change without notice)
5. 14K HGE - means heavy gold electroplate and 14K EGP - means electric gold plate. Neither is worth much because the layer of gold on the outside is so thin. 

 

Coming to The Exchange is such a delight. What is accomplished could not be a better Win, Win! The topping of all is the staff and volunteers! What a Great Gift!

Gayle Anderson, Consignor