[Cajundaddy]

I sell a LOT of stuff on CL and always have 5-10 ads running. I do my homework first and price items to sell quickly. I also take very clear pics in good light, and add a link to a published review or description so they know exactly what they are buying. I have zero tolerance for flakes, lowballers, and scammers so I always include screening language something like this:

Local cash and carry only. Price is firm so if you don'y have $500 cash please do not respond to this ad. Flakes, lowballers and scammers, this is not the gear you are looking for, move along.

The result: An ad runs for a week or two, a legit buyer responds, sets an appointment, shows up on time, hands over the cash and takes home the gear. It really is that simple. I get almost no bogus response from bozos out of state or trying to grind me on the price before even seeing the item.

I am sure my screening language turns off a few legit buyers who prefer to wheel and deal and have cash to spend but I don't care. They can consider themselves pre-screened. The immense peace that comes from only dealing with the top 10% of legitimate buyers is worth it to me. I often stay in touch with these "zero BS" local buyers as we share common interests and we may do trades or business in the future. Skimming the cream off Craigslist...