Buy & Sell Locally

Buy & Sell Locally Forum Tips

Listing equipment for sale on our zero-fee Buy & Sell Locally forum is a Foundation members-only benefit. To get the most from this benefit, here are tips you can use to create compelling ads that will help you sell your equipment.

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Creating a Buy & Sell Locally Ad Tips

1. Create a headline that includes the product name, condition grade (e.g., "9/10"), and your asking price and acceptable terms (e.g., Firm, "OBO" for "Or Best Offer" or "Trade Considered").
2. Include high-quality photos from various angles showcasing the front and back and any imperfections or damage. Well-lit, clear images are essential for potential buyers to accurately evaluate the item's condition.
3. Provide a detailed product description, including the make, model, year, specifications, and notable features or upgrades. If available, include the manufacturer's product link or official description.
4. Use a reputable grading scale, like Audiogon's, to assign a numerical condition rating (e.g., 8/10) and explain your rationale for the grade.
5. Briefly explain your reason for selling, to build trust and transparency with potential buyers.
6. Clearly state your accepted payment methods (e.g., PayPal, cash, bank transfer).
7. Indicate if the item is, or isn't, available for audition.
8. Specify your preferred delivery method and associated costs, if any (e.g., local pickup only, domestic shipping at buyer's expense, international shipping available at an additional cost).
9. Specify your preferred contact method (e.g., email, phone or text) and refer members to your member Bio for your contact details.

Important: To protect your privacy, avoid including Personally identifiable information (PII) directly in your post. As previously stated, member contact information should only be shared via your member Bio.

General Selling Tips

1. Respond promptly to serious inquiries and offers. Consider stating lowball offers will be ignored.
2. Be prepared to negotiate reasonably with interested buyers and remain patient. Finding the right buyer can take time.
3. Consider revising your asking price and update your ad with the comment "PRICE REDUCED" to generate more interest if the item doesn't sell initially.
4. After the item has sold, remember to update your thread with a post to indicate the item has been sold. Also email us at contact@audiophilefoundation.org, and we will mark your listing as SOLD.

Lastly, remember to subscribe to the Buy & Sell Locally forum to receive email notifications of all new posting activity.

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