It’s still sometimes surprising to hear that some people have never visited craigslist (craigslist.org).
For the uninitiated, craigslist is an online version of your local classifieds for over 450 cities around the world. With all of the same categories of ads that you would find in your newspaper, and many that you wouldn’t, there are plenty of bargains and freebies to be found.
And, while it goes without saying that just as with any classified ad system, you can sell your goods (or old junk), just as you can purchase great items (or old junk) from others, you might not be aware that Craigslist also has categories for jobs, rentals, and other services - including some that we wont promote here.
It’s also worth mentioning that most ads on Craigslist are free. So if you have small, or inexpensive items, sitting around your house that might be too good to throw away, but not worth listing on eBay or your local newspaper, then Craigslist can be an excellent “clearing house” for these treasures. Since the ads are free, you might consider pricing your “for sale” items a bit on the high-end for a week or so, then delete that ad and repost it with a slightly lower price a week or so later if there are no takers. This method works well if you’re in no hurry to get rid of the item, or in a big hurry for the money.
Craigslist is a legitimate company, and partially owned by eBay. But you should exercise the same precautions that you would when dealing with any stranger, especially online. Read through their “Help Pages” for tips to avoid scams and bad transactions.