Guides for selling your own things
Short, practical help for selling the things you no longer need, wherever you sell them.
How to auction your stuff yourself, without an auction site
Don’t know what it’s worth, and a few people want it? Run your own small auction: one place for offers, each higher than the last, and you say yes.
How to price used furniture without guessing
Find a fair price for a used couch, table or dresser: check what sold near you, adjust for condition and size, and know your lowest number.
How to take photos that sell your stuff
Better photos with just your phone: daylight, a clear background, every angle, honest close-ups of flaws, something for scale, a strong first photo.
How to meet a buyer safely for a local pickup
Simple habits for selling locally: settle the price first, meet in a busy public place, check the money really arrived, and spot common scams.
How to sell your things before a move
A simple plan for selling furniture and more before moving day: start early, sell the big pieces first, group your pickups, plan for what’s left.
How to handle lowball offers without the back and forth
Lowball offers are part of selling. Set your lowest price before you post, reply in one short line, and keep haggling from taking over your evening.
What to do when a buyer doesn’t show up
How to make no-shows less likely, how long to wait, what to say, and how to move on to the next buyer without starting your sale over.
How to post your link in a neighborhood group
Local groups and group chats are full of nearby buyers. Here’s how to follow the group’s rules, write a post people read, and keep your address private.
