As much as I love selling on Ebay, I also enjoy finding local networks to sell items through. In the past, I've mostly used Craigslist as a means for cash, but now I'm trying to extend my network. My latest big adventure is doing consignment sales. I'm working my way up to be like Janessa over at Savvy Saver Secrets. Check out her post here and I'm sure it will get your wheels turning. I was very pleased with my test run last fall and have already registered for a sale here in March.
I've also used local Yahoo groups to unload items. I've used this avenue the least, but have gotten sales when I have listed this in the groups. I have found 2 local groups, but have gotten sales mostly from one group.
More recently, I've started exploring Facebook resell groups. I'm currently part of 3 groups, but have only posted in one. I have 2 possible sales this week worth $60 total, so I'm looking forward to exploring this opportunity more.
When I resell face to face I rarely let anyone come to my home. Usually the only exception I make is if it's a big item I can't easily fit in my van. I have a meeting spot right off the interstate that's about 5 minutes from my house, and allows buyers easy access on and off the interstate. I do usually have my kids with me, but I meet during the day, in a busy parking lot, and I turn off my vehicle, step outside of the van, and lock the door. I've never felt threatened or unsafe doing this.
What are your other selling venues? Do you prefer those over Ebay, if so why?
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I sell on craiglist and cheapcycle (a yahoo group). I like that they are both free and you get cash in hand. I have bartered on craigslist also. I remember trading formula coupons for a package of diapers. My husband makes lots of trades on craigslist usually video games and such.
I sold on ebay years ago back before paypal and liked getting money orders in the mail. I might start selling on there again.
I started a "yardsale" group on facebook-I'm the only admin so I have control. I only let in folks who live in our area. I feel a bit safer because everyone is a friend of a friend...I still prefer to meet other places though!
I also sell on etsy and ebay.
Inspired by YOU, I decided to HOST a childrens clothes and gear consignment sale in march and again in August. I attend the BlogHer conferences with the money I make reselling. This year I hope to add a trip to Disneyland too!!
Thanks for the shout out! I do exactly what you described about meeting buyers from craigslist. I make it very clear in my listing that I will only meet at the McDonalds in my town (which is located right off the hwy) this is not only for safety but also helps with no shows/mind changers/etc. I'm only a few minutes from my house so if the sale isn't made, it's not the end of the world and I haven't driven all over the place. Good luck with your consignment sale... I'm getting emails that ours is in 10 weeks and I am beyond not ready. I'm in eBay mode big time and my house is too small to be juggling both. I want to get my store inventory filled up and then I'll calm down with eBay and gear up for the consignment sale season... ahhh, madness! :)
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