Welcome to the Encore Edit: Your Guide to Resale, Donation, and Sustainable Downsizing
If you’ve ever stared at a pile of your things while packing for a move and thought, “Why do I still have this?” - you’re not alone.
That moment - deciding what to keep, what to let go, and what to do with all those perfectly good items you don't want to waste - is exactly where the idea of Encore Haus began.
Encore Haus is a recommerce concierge service that helps people responsibly rehome household goods during life transitions such as moving, downsizing, or just hitting a reset. Whether through resale or donation, our mission is simple:
To preserve the value of everyday items - without adding to waste
We’re not junk haulers. We’re not a resale app. We’re are the in-between - a hands-on, human-centered service that blends convenience with care.
And the Encore Edit is where we share what we’re learning, building, and dreaming as well help people give their items a second life.
Why the Encore Edit Exists
the Encore Edit isn’t just a company blog - it’s a resource for anyone looking to:
Declutter sustainably without feeling wasteful
Find the best resale value for household items
Discover local donation options that match your items with people who need them
Learn simple, circular living tips you can actually use
Get behind-the-scenes insights into building a purpose-driven business in Denver.
Whether you’re preparing for a move, downsizing, delucttering, or simply drawn to intentional living - you’re in the right place.
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From Trustsell Co to Encore Haus
Encore Haus began as Trustsell Co, a name that reflected our goal to make resale trustworthy and easy. As our mission grew, we realized it was about more than helping people sell things - it was about supporting them through big life moments.
We evolved into a service that’s about second chances - for both the items we rehome and the people navigating change.
Here’s how we help:
Evaluate items for resale value and manage the entire process start-to-finish
Coordinate donation pickups for those who don’t have access so items find a meaningful second home
Keep usable goods out of landfills while reducing stress for our clients.
Where We Are Now
We’re still in our pre-launch phase, building slowly, thoughtfully, and with the people we hope to serve.
Right now, we’re:
Testing service flows and refining the resale and donation process
Listening closely to feedback from real people in transition
Gathering stories, tips, and inspiration to share here on the blog
Documenting the good, the challenging, and everything in between.
Why This Matters
Every year, millions of usable household items are sent to landfills - not because they’re broken, but because people don’t know the easiest way to pass them along. Encore Haus exists to change that.
By giving items a second life we:
Reduce waste and protect resources
Support local charities and resale businesses
Make life transitions less overwhelming
FAQ: Encore Haus in a Nutshell
Q: What is a “recommerce concierge service”?
A: It’s our way of saying we handle the hard parts of resale and donation for you. From sorting to pricing to finding the right buyer or donation partner - we make sure your household items get a second life without adding work to your plate.
Q: How is Encore Haus different from a junk hauler or resale app?
A: Junk haulers focus on quick removal and resale apps leave all the listing and shipping to you, the user. We’re the in-between - we keep usable items out of landfills, find them new homes, and take care of all the steps in between.
Q: When will Encore Haus launch?
A: We’re aiming to begin offering services in early 2026, starting with clothing, kitchen goods, and small home decor pickups in the Denver metro area. We are still working on the operational infrastructure so that when we launch, there are as few kinks as possible. Join our pilot program waitlist to be the first to know when booking opens.
Q: What kind of items do you take?
A: We focus on clothing, kitchen goods, and small home decor in good condition - things that can be resold or donated right away. If you’re not sure, just ask!
Q: Do you sell my items or donate them?
A: Both! We evaluate each item to see where it will do the most good - sometimes it means resale, sometimes donation, and sometimes a mix of both.
Q: Do you only work in Denver?
A; Right now our focus is on serving the Denver metro area so we can partner closely with local charities, shops, and buyers. We do hope to expand to more communities should the pilot program and launch be successful.
Let’s Stay Connected
We’d love for you to be a part of the Encore Haus community as we get ready to launch. Here’ show to follow along and join the conversation:
📧 Subscribe to The Encore Edit for resale tips, sustainability insights, and behind-the-scenes updates from our journey.
💬 Share your story—whether it’s your best secondhand find, a favorite donation success, or a moving-day moment you’ll never forget.
📷 Tag us on Instagram (@[yourhandle]) with #EncoreHausFinds so we can celebrate your secondhand wins.
🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn @EncoreHaus for local updates and sustainability news.
Together, we can give great items a second life, reduce waste, and make space for what’s next.
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