WHAT TO WEAR:

• Old clothes, and bring a pair of gloves
• Limited jewelry. Displays of wealth discourage bargaining.
• A money belt or hip pack to keep keys and cash safe,
  and a backpack to keep your hands free

BRING WITH YOU:

• Tape measure
• Magnifying glass
• Flashlight
• Illustrated guidebooks with manufacturer's marks and prices,
  such as The Garage Sale & Flea Market Annual 
• Lunch and snacks
• Cash (personal checks and credit cards are usually not accepted)

HAGGLE:

• Ask questions.  Offer less than you are willing to pay. 
  Any amount shows you are interested, but the amount must be reasonable.
• In all situations, from flea markets to big-city antiques shows,
  simply ask the dealer, "Is this your best price?"
  Neither buyer nor seller should be embarrassed, and 75 percent of the time
  you can, in fact, get a better buy.
• "Firm" on the ticket means the dealer must have that amount.
• Multi-item purchases may bring a better price for the entire lot