Angela,

It really depends on your marketplace.  Not all markets are created equal, each one is different, even in the same city.  A

It would depend, however I would think you would want the home clean and showing its best rather than full of stuff when you start showing it. 

I see more negative than positive doing at same time.  But, I would do estate sale first and do a "coming soon to the market."  That way you get some extra advertising/word of mouth.

In general, those looking to buy stuff there are usually bargain shoppers and/or those planning to stay in their homes, not those looking to buy.  yes, they may know someone who wants to buy, so advertise "coming soon" and pass out cards (and/or brochures).  But, show the property when it is in show condition.

I have handed out flyer's at estate sales and even put up a coming soon sign but no listing until the home is cleaned out and up.

It is a good IDEA, however, the success will prove dependent on the cooperation of those staffing the estate sale.

Your PURPOSE is to make contact with those who are 1 degree away from the attendees. (2 degrees away from you) 

Understand who attends estate sales and implement a proper strategy.

It depends. For some properties, even a garage sale spreads the word. An "estate sale" for a luxury property might do the same thing especially if the sellers want to sell fast. Just hand out lots of cards.

Yes. The estate sale might also attract prospective home buyers.

I think I would normally want the property on the market.  I would like to make certain that all the people attending know that the property is for sale and have the opportunity to pickup a flyer or brochure,

I think it would be hard to monitor people coming for estate sale and those looking to buy a home. I would do estate sale first and then list home afterword.

It depends but I likely would say no.  Two different target markets. Although there can be some overlap, I want people there looking at the house and not the stuff in it.  

Maybe, more publicity.

It may be best to wait.

Absolutely NO.

Not at all!

I'd have flyers at the estate sale but wait until the property is clean and staged before putting it on the market.

Yes I do, it's all about attracting as much attention to the house. I would have brochures printed and set about the home as well.

It definitely has its advantages.  Typically when you see an estate sale, the heirs are cleaning out the house and alot of them might just be interested in unloading the property along with all the stuff that is inside the house.  Depends on the neighborhood and market as well.  Kill two birds with one stone!

I once assisted a fellow realtor at estate sale.  It led to a offer.

Angela & Stephen Hardiman / HouseTie.com Make sure you pass out your business cards and information sheets.

Yes I do my open then as well as garage sales. Traffic is huge. It is also nice because you have extra people their for safety reasons

Why not.

I have mixed feelings about this. If the house is cluttered it won't show well. 

Yes, one more way to advertise to a larger audience.