[stomachmonkey]

We've been using our local Facebook trading posts.

If you are on FB look for one in your area.

They all have their own rules but basically operate the same.

The primary one for my area has few rules.

1st one to express interest in an item gets dibs. If deal falls through next poster is next up. Deals need to be completed in 24 hours. No public haggling, if you want to offer less it has to be in a PM.

All transactions need to occur within a specified geographic area. If seller is out outside of area they need to meet buyer somewhere within the boundaries. Unless of course the buyer agrees to travel.

A ton of stuff is done as Porch Pickups. You see an item you want, express interest, seller PM's you with address, you stop by, item is on the porch, take your item and leave the cash under the mat.

Did a porch pickup a week ago for a nearly new mini fridge for my upstairs bar. $40.00.

So far most of my gets have been within 1 mile of my house.

A lot of times items are still NIB.

Think of it as a more personal craigslist with pictures.