Bring Cash: A Guide to Estate Sales in the Midwest and Beyond

By Kate Davis

March 31, 2026

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If you've ever wanted to get into treasure hunting at estate sales but felt intimidated by the unwritten rules and codes or wondered how people find such gems, Bring Cash is for you. Kate Davis, of the Substack Midwest Estate Sailing, is your intrepid captain, walking you through how to find sales, what to bring, and how to find the best stuff. With photos to help you identify vintage tags and markers of quality, this little book can come with you to sales as an easy-to-reference resource. Happy hunting!

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Kate Davis is an artist, writer, graphic designer, and avid thrifter. Growing up she could best have been described as "bookish" and dreamed of being an author, and she couldn't be more thrilled to finally see that dream come true. She's passionate about her garden, her latest hobby (it's hard to say which one is most current), and encouraging people to practice secondhand shopping as a regular part of their lives. She lives in Columbus, Ohio, with her boyfriend and their cadre of cats.

5 x 7 | Paperback