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Originally Posted by nhboat61
I just sold two on [Craigslist]... experience was that I did get a lot of questions, spammers, scammers and little follow up on the extra picture I sent to folks requesting them. I did finally sell them, both for the low end of what I thought I would get, not what I wanted. I request cash or bank check... I'll take a personal check for a deposit.. I usually have it deposited by phone right then and there. I use a Bill of Sale that specifies no warranties or guarantees and is as is. Signed by both parties. Knowing it is cash or bank check up front is important.
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Using "text" only, I've had really good luck using Craigslist in three different counties. Just dump the text responses that refer to "your item", refer to "their agent", want to give you extra money
, or include a private email address. (Usually a G-mail account). Get cash, as even PayPal is suspect today!
As said, Craigslist buyers are looking for exceptional (low end) deals: but when they have to travel in the Lakes Region, responses are fewer in number.
My "best" address is less than a ½-mile from the only major highway. After all that time and travel, they'll still make an offer, which I usually turn down.
Alternatively, auction houses will advise you that auction sales are grim in today's economy.
Having to see for myself, I wish I'd furnished our Wolfeboro place with the antiques that went out the auctioneer's door at $10 each!
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