Should a "For Sale" section be added?

dex · 02-29-2008, 07:35 AM

I just bought a Asus eee and got the Windows XP program to install on it. After using it for a couple of days I don't think I will be using it. Unfortunately, I opened the packaging so I can't return it. That got me to thinking - how can I sell this thing? I don't do eBay. I might look into Craig's list - I never used it.

So the question is:
Should a "For Sale" section be added to this forum for people like me to sell things?

VaCollector · 02-29-2008, 08:16 AM

I'm the lone "yes" vote as I'm an avid eBay seller too....but I would have to add that any "For Sale" section here would need to be limited to long time posters (maybe 100+ posts or member longer than 1 year?) or some other such parameter in order to avoid any casual visitor from using the board as an alternate eBay or Craigslist!!

RunningBum · 02-29-2008, 08:23 AM

I voted No, because I don't want to filter through them when I view "New Posts". I could foresee a lot of clutter (lots of threads) even if just long term posters use this as an ebay or craigslist alternative.

retire@40 · 02-29-2008, 09:32 AM

I vote no on anything that resembles an advertisement.

gandalf42 · 02-29-2008, 10:00 AM

If the intended items had a financial or retirement focus to them. I have some financial books I'd be willing to sell and I get some financial mags I would forward on for the price of postage and envelopes.

Caroline · 02-29-2008, 10:00 AM

Dex -- go with Craigslist -- it's free, it works great, and it puts your for-sale item in front of a lot more buyers. Granted, some of them are flakes, but still...

It's very easy, and once you get the practice, who knows what else you might decide to unload for profit.

**Martha** · 02-29-2008, 10:03 AM

I discovered Craigslist last year and sold a bunch of stuff that way. Free and easy.

So Dex, what don't you like about the Asus?

**Rich_in_Tampa** · 02-29-2008, 10:24 AM

What possible advantage would there be to having a for-sale forum here? Zillions of alternatives on the web for that, nothing but trouble over deals gone bad.

No interest here.

**Sarah in SC** · 02-29-2008, 10:51 AM

And I need a good excuse to read the Best of Craigslist posts, most are really sick but still hilarious!

freebird5825 · 02-29-2008, 11:33 AM

NO for me.
the logistics of selling/delivering would mean posting our postal mailing addresses. would that work on a public forum?

OAG · 02-29-2008, 11:39 AM

No for me too. This board has a underlying purpose and most of us know what it is. With all of the "real" for sale sites with controls on payments and the ensuing problems that can arise I don't think the moderators want to put up with that.

Arc · 02-29-2008, 03:48 PM

I voted no - though I'd love to see Lazy get some help getting rid of those 80 gravesites he is stuck with.

Nords · 02-29-2008, 07:18 PM

Gee... buying & selling on a forum that marketers & salespeople associate with stinkin' rich retirees. I don't see how that could cause any trouble!

**Janet H** · 02-29-2008, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nords

Gee... buying & selling on a forum that marketers & salespeople associate with stinkin' rich retirees. I don't see how that could cause any trouble!

Bingo! Great idea. Maybe we could sell our used stuff for inflated prices!

I can see it now....

Quote:

For sale: Lucky investment socks.

Wear these socks when picking stocks. They worked for me and they will work for you! Only a few dozen left in stock - get 'em now.

$16.95 ea.
$11.95 Shipping and handling

crazy connie · 02-29-2008, 08:57 PM

My thought is that I am personally sick to death of sales pitches. I know about Craigslist, Ebay and about a million other places when my goal is to part with cash. I come here for community and common sense to the ER life. I personally adore "FREECYCLE". But if I hear of anyone looking for big bunch of cemetary plots I will send their info to ya Lazy!

I like our anonimity!

Delawaredave5 · 03-01-2008, 10:01 PM

No way.

chinaco · 03-02-2008, 06:19 AM

Why? There are plenty of options to sell used stuff out there already.

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02-29-2008, 07:35 AM	#1
dex Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 2,982	Should a "For Sale" section be added? I just bought a Asus eee and got the Windows XP program to install on it. After using it for a couple of days I don't think I will be using it. Unfortunately, I opened the packaging so I can't return it. That got me to thinking - how can I sell this thing? I don't do eBay. I might look into Craig's list - I never used it. So the question is: Should a "For Sale" section be added to this forum for people like me to sell things? __________________ Sometimes death is not as tragic as not knowing how to live. This man knew how to live--and how to make others glad they were living. - Jack Benny at Nat King Cole's funeral

02-29-2008, 09:32 AM	#4
retire@40 Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 2,580	I vote no on anything that resembles an advertisement. __________________ No man is free who is not master of himself. --- Epictetus Enjoy Yourself (It's Later Than You Think). --- Guy Lombardo

02-29-2008, 10:00 AM	#5
gandalf42 Recycles dryer sheets Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 127	If the intended items had a financial or retirement focus to them. I have some financial books I'd be willing to sell and I get some financial mags I would forward on for the price of postage and envelopes. __________________ Being rich is having money; being wealthy is having time. Margaret Bonnano

02-29-2008, 10:03 AM	#7
Martha Moderator Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: minnesota Posts: 9,789	I discovered Craigslist last year and sold a bunch of stuff that way. Free and easy. So Dex, what don't you like about the Asus? __________________ . Do not rely on the information provided--my posts are not to be taken as legal advice. Needless to say you must consult with your legal representative. I am not responsible for errors. If I offended you with cya I apologize. If I did not, I tried.

02-29-2008, 08:16 AM	#2
VaCollector Recycles dryer sheets Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 276	I'm the lone "yes" vote as I'm an avid eBay seller too....but I would have to add that any "For Sale" section here would need to be limited to long time posters (maybe 100+ posts or member longer than 1 year?) or some other such parameter in order to avoid any casual visitor from using the board as an alternate eBay or Craigslist!!

02-29-2008, 08:23 AM	#3
RunningBum Full time employment: Posting here. Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 757	I voted No, because I don't want to filter through them when I view "New Posts". I could foresee a lot of clutter (lots of threads) even if just long term posters use this as an ebay or craigslist alternative.

02-29-2008, 10:00 AM	#6
Caroline Full time employment: Posting here. Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 903	Dex -- go with Craigslist -- it's free, it works great, and it puts your for-sale item in front of a lot more buyers. Granted, some of them are flakes, but still... It's very easy, and once you get the practice, who knows what else you might decide to unload for profit.

02-29-2008, 10:24 AM	#8
Rich_in_Tampa Moderator Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Tampa Posts: 5,882	What possible advantage would there be to having a for-sale forum here? Zillions of alternatives on the web for that, nothing but trouble over deals gone bad. No interest here. __________________ Rich Tampa, FL (10% retired) As if you didn't know..If the above message happens to contain medical content, it's NOT intended as advice, and may not be accurate, applicable or sufficient. Don't rely on it for any medical purpose whatsoever. Consult your own doctor for all medical advice.

02-29-2008, 10:51 AM	#9
Sarah in SC Moderator Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 2,691	And I need a good excuse to read the Best of Craigslist posts, most are really sick but still hilarious! __________________ "Never argue with a fool, onlookers may not be able to tell the difference." - Mark Twain DINKS, 37 and 45, plan for his ER at 50, mine few yrs later.

02-29-2008, 11:33 AM	#10
freebird5825 Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: 42N Latitude, NY Posts: 1,131	NO for me. the logistics of selling/delivering would mean posting our postal mailing addresses. would that work on a public forum? __________________ *Freebird* Go placidly among the noise and haste and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.

02-29-2008, 11:39 AM	#11
OAG Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Dublin, Ohio Posts: 1,784	No for me too. This board has a underlying purpose and most of us know what it is. With all of the "real" for sale sites with controls on payments and the ensuing problems that can arise I don't think the moderators want to put up with that. __________________ Proud Vietnam Veteran: Cu Chi 66, 1/25th, HHC 25th and Pleiku 66-67 41st Sig Bn 1st STRATCOM

02-29-2008, 03:48 PM	#12
Arc Recycles dryer sheets Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 370	I voted no - though I'd love to see Lazy get some help getting rid of those 80 gravesites he is stuck with.

02-29-2008, 07:18 PM	#13
Nords Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Oahu Posts: 15,681	Gee... buying & selling on a forum that marketers & salespeople associate with stinkin' rich retirees. I don't see how that could cause any trouble! __________________ * * For more info see "About Me" in my profile.

02-29-2008, 08:57 PM	#15
crazy connie Full time employment: Posting here. Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 710	My thought is that I am personally sick to death of sales pitches. I know about Craigslist, Ebay and about a million other places when my goal is to part with cash. I come here for community and common sense to the ER life. I personally adore "FREECYCLE". But if I hear of anyone looking for big bunch of cemetary plots I will send their info to ya Lazy! I like our anonimity!

03-01-2008, 10:01 PM	#16
Delawaredave5 Recycles dryer sheets Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 191	No way.

03-02-2008, 06:19 AM	#17
chinaco Thinks s/he gets paid by the post Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 2,850	Why? There are plenty of options to sell used stuff out there already. __________________ Disclaimer: I make no warranty or guarantee about the accuracy or completeness of this information. I am not a financial planner, my comments only represent my opinion.

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