Selling stuff? Apps and sites better than Craigslist
Back in the day, Craigslist was the go-to way to sell your old stuff online. We have all heard the stories of when things go wrong. It’s a reason why many local police departments let you conduct transactions in their facilities.
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Don’t accept checks or money orders, either. Prospective buyers can cancel these, and you don’t know until they’re long gone. Many of the options below are great because you can pay right through the app. Here’s the difference between Venmo, Apple Cash, Facebook payments, and more for in-person deals.
But where to sell? Scan this list, and you’ll find one that fits what you’re offloading.
1. Facebook Marketplace
If you’re looking for a broad audience to hawk your wares, you can’t beat Facebook. The free Facebook Marketplace makes it easy to reach people in your area interested in what you’re selling.
You can sell just about anything on Facebook Marketplace. Once you upload images of your items, select your location to reach potential buyers in your area and communicate via Facebook Messenger.
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2. OfferUp
Skip the yard sale and list your stuff quickly on OfferUp. The app is free to use, and you can message others, so you don’t need to give your phone number or email address.
It’s perfect for local sales. If you want to extend your range, OfferUp lets you sell nationwide. For a local sale, money changes hands in person. For goods that are shipped, payments are made through the app.
3. eBay
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