If you're like me, you sometimes have things you would like to get rid of by selling. Maybe you don't want to have a garage sale, you really don't want to just give it away and hey — who couldn't use a little extra cash these days. Well there are a few classified ad sites on the Internet that will let you list your item for Free (my favorite word) or offer it for 'trade'.
Craig's List is the probably the most well known posting site on the Internet. While you can sell items here, there are a myriad of other interesting local, national and international links. Some of the main topics include personal ads, communities and forums for discussions on just about any topic, housing ads, thirty-two job categories, items for sale, postings for services and resumes. Most of the ads on Craig's List are free but check the Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) link for exceptions and other helpful information.
Another site to visit is www.kijiji.com. This free site affiliated with Ebay is fairly new to the Internet. From the home page you can select a state or country to view. There you will be able to see all classified ads associated with that particular area. From this secondary page you can also register for an account, view other categories, post a 'free' ad, join a discussion group or get help if needed.
A more local “free” posting venue is www.peddlernet.com. Not only will your ad will be posted online, but also in their publication (space permitting). There are some restrictions so be sure to read and follow the guidelines before submitting your ad information.
Another option to consider — if you are not in a hurry — is to “trade” for something you need. FreeCycle.org is a grassroots network of five million-plus people in over four thousand groups who have gotten together to recycle and reuse unwanted items. Each local group is under the control of a local volunteer. Membership is free. From their home page you can register, browse for a local group, review the FAQ's, watch a video or visit their store. Yup, everybody wants to sell Tee shirts. You might find something you need that someone else is willing to give away. Free Cycle is definitely worth a look.
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