I created my 2011 budget, and I'll tell ya - I wasn't happy. I used the highest amounts for the expenses, and the lowest amounts for the income, and we're short (by about $500) 10 of the 12 months. I know I am budgeting using the worst case scenarios, and it shouldn't be as bad as it is on paper, but still, I need to be prepared.
I'm thinking of selling some things - for those with experience, are you better off selling via ebay, craigslist, or yard sale? Or is there a better option? I'm talking about collectibles, jewelry, etc. Nothing too big or extravagant.
2011 Budget
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Craigslist didn't work for me. Lots of flakes and a few actually tried bartering after we set the price and then walked away. Total waste of my time.
E-Bay. I've had some success on e-bay. It depends on the merchandise and knowing your audience. Do your research. Yes, e-bay/paypal fees are ridiculously high but I make sure I make a profit every time.
Yard sale. I had one 2 months ago and was quite suprised how well it turned out. My secret was numerous $1-$2 items and a few mid priced $25-$35 items. Over 2 days I made amlost $450. Not bad. I enlisted some of my friends and we made a party out of it. My attitude was if they didn't haul it away, I would have had to. I'm trying to live with less.
Good luck to you!
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