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How to Make Sure Your Listing Gets the Biggest Audience Possible

Some items are in high demand and will always sell quickly. Other times, you might need to get more creating. Use these tips to reach more people with your listing.

How to Prepare Used Computers For Sale On Craigslist

Computers can contain a lot of important and private information. Take these steps to make sure you've gotten your data off before you try and sell it.

Having a Garage Sale? Follow This Guide For the Highest Profit

Garage sales are a great way to declutter your home and make some money. Use these tips to make sure yours goes off without a hitch.

Using OfferTrackr to Make Selling Items Locally So Much Easier

OfferTrackr is a new service that automates the process of negotiating with buyers, scheduling pickups, and sending reminders.

A Beginner's Guide To Running a Successful Estate Sale

If you are about to run your first estate sale, this guide will give you a great overview of everything you need to know.

Craigslist is Still on Top and Now OfferTrackr is Making it Even Better

Craigslist is often called outdated, but it is still the local marketplace that gets the most traffic. Learn how OfferTrackr makes it better.

Looking for a Great Deal? Follow These Tips to Get There First

While you can just browse the listings, there are better ways to find deals on Craigslist. Learn more about using search and alerts.

Best and Worst Times to Meet With Buyers

Once you have found a buyer and agreed to a price, the next step is to decide when to meet to make the exchange. Here are some of the best and worst options.

Best and Worst Places Where You Should Meet Buyers

Once you have found a buy and agreed to a price, the next step is to decide where to meet to make the exchange. Here are the best places to meet.

Step-By-Step Instructions to Creating Your First Craigslist Listing

Selling on Craigslist can be intimidating for the first time. Here's some easy step-by-step instructions to get your started with your first listing.

Top 10 Questions to Ask Before You Purchase Used Electronics

People are always upgrading their electronics and selling their used equipment. Take advantage and save money by checking Craigslist first.

How to Sell Used Clothing On Craigslist

Before deciding to donate your wardrobe, you may want to see if you can earn some money by selling it locally. Without too much effort, you may be surprised with the results.

The Most Common Craigslist Questions Answered

A quick run down of the most often asked questions about Craigslist.

Top 9 Questions to Ask Before You Purchase Used Gym Equipment

Not sure you're going to stick with your fitness resolutions? Pick up some used equipment to get started.

Using Venmo to Securly Accept Payments

Not everyone carries cash with them anymore and you definitely never want to accept checks. Learn how to use Venmo to take payments instead.

Pros and Cons of Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and OfferUp

There are a lot of diffent options when you are looking to sell an item locally. This article compares Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and OfferUp.

How to Make Sure Your Items are Priced to Sell

It's not always easy to determine what a used item might be worth. Use these tips when pricing your items so that you get the most money for them.

How to Sell Used Exercise Equipment On Craigslist

Exercise equipment can be big, heavy, and bulky. If it's not being used, it might be time to find it a new home. Most of the time, the buyer will even come and move it for you.

How to Negotiate with Buyers to Get the Best Offers

Negotiating prices with potential buyers can be both awkward and frustrating. Use these tips to make sure you are getting the most for your items.

Basic Tips & Tricks For Selling Items on Craigslist

Just starting out using Craigslist? Here are some easy tips and tricks to get you started.

Item Not Selling? Make Sure to Take Into Account These Top Factors

It can be frustrating when an item you have listed isn't selling. Here we take on the top reasons why.

Top 10 Tips on Taking Great Photos for Your Listings

Good photos are the most important part of any listing. Use these tips to make sure that your items sell.

How to Make Your Listing Stand Out

Most listings on Craigslist are pretty low effort. Use these tips to make your items stand out and get sold first.

How to Run a Successful Charity Auction

Charity auctions can be a great way to give back to a community, but can also be a lot of work. Read more about what's involved in hosting your own charity auction.

When Selling Locally Makes More Sense

It's not always clear if selling an item locally or nationally makes the most sense. Here we compare Craigslist and eBay to help you decide.

Hosting an Estate Sale? Follow These Tips to Ensure Success

Estate sales can be more work than you expect. Here are some helpful tips to get you started.

What are Personal Assistants and How Do They Help You?

You've heard about them in the news, but what exactly are automated personal assistants and how can they help you?

Where to Donate Items that Don't Sell

Unfortunately, there isn't always a buyer for every item you want to sell. For those items, here are some great places where they can be donated.

Best Things to Buy on Craigslist

While you can find deals on just about anything on Craigslist, here are some of the best things you can buy at amazing prices.

Top 10 Questions to Ask Before You Purchase Used Clothes

Thrift stores are raising prices as vintage clothing becomes more popular. Find great deals on Craigslist instead.

5 Reasons that You Might Want to Hire a Craigslist Assistant

Starting to see some success with selling on Craigslist? Here are the top signs that it might be time to hire somebody to help.

How to Stay Safe on Craigslist

We've written a lot about all the things that you should do when using Craigslist. Here is a list of the top things that you absolutely never want to do.

Staying Safe When Using Online Marketplaces

Most Craigslist transactions happen without a hitch, but you can never be too careful. Here are some important tips to help you stay safe.

Top 8 Questions to Ask Before You Purchase Your Next Used Book

Always heading to Amazon? Craigslist can be a great place to purchase books at an even better price.

How Prepare Used Playstations For Sale On Craigslist

Ready to upgrade your Playstation? Make sure to take these steps before you sell your old one.

How to Sell Used Cars On Craigslist

Dealers won't always give you the best offers for your used car. You may be able to make more by selling it locally yourself. Here is everything to consider.

What to Do When Managing Listings Becomes Too Much Work

Are you selling a lot of things on Craigslist and are having a hard time keeping up? Hiring an assistant might be the answer.

Getting Started on Facebook Marketplace

Selling on Facebook Marketplace can be intimidating for the first time. Here's some quick step-by-step instructions to get your started.

Have Items to Sell But No Time? You Have Options

Do you have items to sell but don't have the patience to get them sold? You may want to hire a service to do it for you.

How Much is it Worth? Tips for Setting the Right Price

Price too high and the item won't sell. Price too low and you are losing money. Use these tips to get the most for your items.

Items You Can't Sell on Craigslist

It's true that you can find pretty much anything on Craigslist, but that doesn't mean you'll find everything. Here is a list of the top things that you should never try sell on Craigslist.

Avoid Scams on Craiglist with These Important Tips

Craigslist can be a great way to sell items, but there are scams to be aware of. Here are some tips to stay safe.

Getting Started on Nextdoor

Selling on Nextdoor can be intimidating for the first time. Here's some quick step-by-step instructions to get your started.

How to Sell Used Toys On Craigslist

If your kids have outgrown their toys, there are better things to do with them then through them out. Selling them locally can you earn you some money while ensuring that more kids can enjoy them.

Hosting a Charity Auction? Use These Tips To Make it a Success

Hosting a charity auction can be a fun and rewarding experience. Follow these tips to get the most out of it.

How Prepare Used XBoxs For Sale On Craigslist

Ready to upgrade your Xbox? Make sure to take these steps before you sell your old one.

How to Sell Used Furniture On Craigslist

Selling furniture locally is usually your best bet as it tends to be too expensive to ship. Here are some easy tips to make sure you get the best offers.

How to Sell Used Musical Instruments On Craigslist

An unused musical instrument at your home could become an exciting addition to the home of a budding musician. Here's our guide on how to sell instruments locally.

Top 10 Questions to Ask Before You Purchase Used Furniture

Craigslist can be a great place to pick up furniture at great prices. Just make sure you know what you are getting by asking the right questions.

Ultimate Guide to Selling Used Items on Craigslist

Craigslist is one of the top online marketplaces for selling things locally. Here's everything you need to know to make sure that you have a successful experience.

How to Run a Successful Garage Sale

Holding a garage sale is easy, but making it successful can be challenging. Read our tips on how to make sure yours goes well.