Seller Information

6377 Quarry Rd, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Prices:

Stall prices range from $30-$65 per day depending on your location on the selling field.

ALL SPACES ARE 10ft x 23ft.

Garage Seller price per space per day:

$30 For Small car

$35 for Uhaul

$40 for truck & trailer

If you sell less than 3 times a year. If you sell personal merchandise they don't have any need for. If you do NOT have a CA Resale Permit. If you are moving and looking to get rid of your household items. If you would like to purchase tickets same day in rows 12-20.

If you sell here more than 3 times a year, even if it is your own merchandise, you belong in the USED DEALER group.

No new or return merchandise of type, as determined by SVSM, can be sold in the Garage Seller area, rows 12-20. 

Used Dealer:

$50 a space per day

You are a Used Dealer if; you sell more than 3 times in a year. You have a mix of new and used merchandise, which you acquired from a storage sale, online, personal collection, or store going out of business sale. And if you want to sell in our Garage Sale Section.

You must have a California Resale number to sell, it can be obtained here. 

New Merchandise Seller:

$35-$65 per day

(Depending on your stall location)

You are a New Merchandise Seller if; you sell new or palate merchandise. You have a CA Sellers Permit. You want the opportunity to buy your tickets one week in advanced. You want the opportunity to set up your stall on the Friday before the Swap Meet opens.

Interested in selling? Click the button below to inquire about availability

You must have a California Resale number to sell, it can be obtained here.

FIELD MAP

To the right we have our field map. As you can see our selling field is broken down by merchandise.

Rows 1-11 are for NEW and USED MERCHANDISE.

Rows 12-20 are for USED MERCHANDISE ONLY.

HOW TO PURCHASE A GARAGE SALE SPACE

Is this your first time selling at the Swap Meet? Fear not! We have a step by step process on how to ensure that you get a space to sell this weekend. Tickets are $30 CASH ONLY.

Step 1:

Asses your merchandise. There are different processes to purchase a sellers ticket based on the type of merchandise you sell.

If you have garage sale or used merchandise, keep reading.

If you have new or returned merchandise, click here.

Step 2:

Arrive at the Spring Valley Swap Meet before 6:30am. Our traffic attendants will line you up in our South Parking Lot (pictured right).

Step 3:

Fill out a merchandise forms that you will be handed by our traffic attendants while you are in line.

Step 4:

At 7:00am, the line will begin to move. When you get to the ticket booth, one of our gate girls will sell you a ticket. If you have any special needs, such as a trailer, long truck, or Uhaul, be sure to let our employees know so they can put you in an acceptable space.

Step 5:

Once you receive your ticket, there will be a space number on the ticket, that is where you can sell. Our field checkers will point you in the direction of your space, you may park in your space and begin to sell once you’ve arrived in the field.

HOW TO PURCHASE A NEW OR RETURNED MERCHANDISE SPACE (Same Day)

Step 1:

Acquire a CA Resale Permit

Step 2:

Arrive at the Swap Meet in the 7:00am hour.

Step 3:

Get in the garage sale line in the parking lot south of Quarry Road.

Step 4:

Let the person selling a ticket know that you are selling new merchandise. You will be given a waiting number that you can take to the booth pictured to the right.

Step 5:

Purchase a ticket at the booth.

HOW TO PURCHASE A NEW OR RETURNED MERCHANDISE SPACE A WEEK IN ADVANCE

Step 1:

Acquire a CA Resale Permit

Step 2:

Bring ID and Resale Permit to office window, located under the big green Swap Meet sign

Step 3:

Luisa or Julianna will ask you to present your information, and you will be put on our Advance Seller list

Step 4:

Saturday mornings, at 8:00am, the Swap Meet randomly selects a number on the list to start with, and we sell tickets for the following weekend in the new section in order of the Advanced Seller list.

Seller Rules:

• People selling their own personal merchandise less than 3 times a year need only purchase a valid selling ticket.

• No counterfeit, fake, unlicensed, trademark infringed, knock-off, or stolen merchandise allowed on the premises. We have a no tolerance policy. If you have it, you will be permanently banned from the SVSM.

• Any person selling more than 3 times a year must have a California Resale Permit

• Any person selling new or unused items, craft items, or any dealer of any type of merchandise must have a California Resale Permit

• No selling of counterfeit items.

• Cars cannot be parked overnight in the selling lot.

• No games or rides allowed.

• No selling food, water, gatorade, liquor, or anything else that can be eaten or drank.

• Tarps must be weighed down with 10lb weights on each corner.

• Respect your neighbors and Swap Meet employees.

COUNTERFEIT FAQS

The information provided here is based on research and experience but should not be considered legal advice. Vendors are responsible for ensuring the legality of their merchandise.

1. What is a counterfeit?

   A counterfeit is a fraudulent imitation of an authentic product, made with the intent to deceive. These goods mimic legitimate products and violate intellectual property laws. Related terms include fake, unauthorized replica, forged, pirated, and trademark infringement.

   
   

   Selling or purchasing counterfeit goods, knowingly or unknowingly, is illegal.

   
   2. Are counterfeits illegal?

   Yes, counterfeiting is illegal under both federal and state law in the U.S. Penalties for selling counterfeit goods can include fines of up to $30,000,000 and imprisonment, depending on the severity of the crime. The Lanham Act, a federal law enacted in 1946, prohibits the production and sale of counterfeit items. In some cases, counterfeiting can result in felony charges.

   
   3. Why don’t you allow counterfeits?

   We comply with U.S. Federal and California State laws that prohibit the sale of counterfeit goods. Counterfeit products are not only illegal but deceptive. Investigators from brands, legal firms, and government agencies regularly monitor for counterfeit activity, and violators risk lawsuits or criminal charges.

   
   4. But if it doesn’t have the logo on it, isn’t it not technically a counterfeit?

   Not necessarily. Brands often protect more than just their logos. Trademarked elements can include patterns, textures, designs, and even packaging. Replicating these elements without permission is still considered counterfeiting, even if the logo is not present.

   
   5. But what if, I as a vendor, didn’t know the item was counterfeit?

   It is the vendor’s responsibility to ensure their merchandise complies with U.S. laws and the rules of the Swap Meet. Ignorance of the law does not exempt vendors from penalties. Violating vendors face permanent bans from our Swap Meet.

   
   

   
   6. Why was I able to buy these products to begin with?

   We enforce our own rules, but cannot control the actions of suppliers or manufacturers. Counterfeiting is a global issue, and vendors are responsible for verifying the authenticity of the merchandise they purchase.

   
   

   7. How can vendors verify if their merchandise is counterfeit?

   Vendors can research the brands they sell, use verification tools provided by trademark owners, and stay informed about counterfeit risks in their industry. Always buy from reputable suppliers and avoid deals that seem too good to be true.

   
   

   
   

   8. What should I do if I discover counterfeit goods in my inventory?

   Immediately remove the items from sale and consult legal advice to avoid further liability. Inform your supplier and consider finding a new, trustworthy source. 

   
   

   
   

   9. What is the Swap Meet doing to stop counterfeits?

   We are committed to educating our vendors and staff on how to identify counterfeit goods. Our staff regularly patrols the market, monitors products, and takes immediate action if counterfeit items are found. Vendors who violate these policies are permanently banned from the Swap Meet.

Oct. 2024