k8bug79 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Hi, i after some ways to sell some of our larger husehold items. Things like sofas and dining tables etc. i am having no joy selling good quality bits. i've tried classifieds, facebook groups and ebay. i think we suffer being down the bottom tip of Cornwall as people just don't want to travel. Need to get a reasonable amount to help set us up in Oz. no point taking them as these are items we'll need straight off and not enugh other bits to pay for a container. anyone know any tricks/ tips? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nic1171 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Gumtree? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k8bug79 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 Gumtree? As soon as i posted that occured to me so gonna try that, sadly still just "Cornwall" so a lot of peope looking but not many prepared to travel 70 miles. fingers crossed, had sofas advertised for 2 weeks and not a single enquiry :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nic1171 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Ive sold loads, not great prices though. Posted 2 3 pieces last night and within a few minutes had offers of viewings, got someone coming shortly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k8bug79 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 where are you based? my friend is Essex and she says the same goes for her but she also has no problem with Ebay either. here's hoping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nic1171 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Sunderland. Mind some folks want me to give the stuff away, had an email from one about her friend had no money and was sitting all day in an uncomfortable chair and this wasnt acceptable for someone in their late 50's! I was polite but really wanted to tell them to jog on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k8bug79 Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 find that with everything. been to carboots where people want me to sell everything for 10p. i know people want a bargain but when i'm selling a barely used item for 25% of new i think they've got one lol. thanks for your suggestion. i'll let you know if i have any joy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaffanZimbo Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Hi, i after some ways to sell some of our larger husehold items. Things like sofas and dining tables etc. i am having no joy selling good quality bits. i've tried classifieds, facebook groups and ebay. i think we suffer being down the bottom tip of Cornwall as people just don't want to travel. Need to get a reasonable amount to help set us up in Oz. no point taking them as these are items we'll need straight off and not enugh other bits to pay for a container. anyone know any tricks/ tips? Have you tried noticeboards in shops in your local area? Our local supermarkets have large community boards up as you enter the store and I often see household items advertised on there. Worth a try. I did a car boot last year and vowed never again as people want everything for free! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k8bug79 Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share Posted March 21, 2013 i looked the other day and couldn't see one but def going to look again. ironic as last night i got an enquiry re sofa but typically wanting me to practically give it away. Did have a 2nd enquiry via ebay so hoping they'll come back to me as that was a bit more realistic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Have you tried Gumtree? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I've just seen a reply where you say you've tried that. I usually narrow down the area and find I get more joy. So within 10-20 miles of where we live. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patsmb Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 Sunderland. Mind some folks want me to give the stuff away, had an email from one about her friend had no money and was sitting all day in an uncomfortable chair and this wasnt acceptable for someone in their late 50's! I was polite but really wanted to tell them to jog on
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