Tip: Check Freecycle Before You Buy
Archived on 08/03/2009
This may seem like a "no-brainer" tip but I can't stress this enough! Anytime you need something LOOK ON Craigslist or Freecycle.
My boyfriend and I bought a house in Florida for almost half of what the previous owner paid (Thanks to our economy, unfortunately.) We both came from a rental property so we needed pretty much everything. He wanted a hot tub and started to purchase one retail but he checked Craigslist and found one for 1/4 of the price!
We have also bought all our stainless steel kitchen appliances for cheap off Craigslist. We found a roommate to help with the bills and I even bought Nutrisystem products for cheap off C.L. since I wanted to try it!
My point is that you need to break yourself of the "buying from store" frame of mind. I was a spend thrift until recently. Now I'm hooked on buying cheap.
By srahjayne from Orlando, FL
Feedback:
RE: Check Freecycle Before You Buy
We had a series of muggings in the next town over because people were conned into driving to a vacant house for an expensive item at a price that was too good to be true. Always go to pick things up with plenty of people! (04/14/2009)
By cookwie
RE: Check Freecycle Before You Buy
For those who aren't able to get what they want through Freecycling, I also advocate thrift shopping. DH and I found a much-needed pair of dining room chairs last winter for all of $3 each, and my Craftmatic bed, while imperfect, is more comfortable than my old bed and a steal at $75. Of course we donated my old bed to the St Vincent de Paul thrift store.
(04/15/2009)
By JustPlainJo
RE: Check Freecycle Before You Buy
I have offered and picked up many items via freecycle without a problem. Most freecyclers are honest about the state of the item they are posting. Most freecyclers in my area leave items on their outside porch/steps for easy pick up. (04/21/2009)
By dvg
RE: Check Freecycle Before You Buy
I have offered and picked up many items via freecycle without a problem. Most freecyclers are honest about the state of the item they are posting. Most freecyclers in my area leave items on their outside porch/steps for easy pick up. (04/21/2009)
By dvg
Report Spam or Abuse
Tip: Check Freecycle Before You Buy
Archived on 04/14/2009
One of my new favorite things I am getting into is my local freecycle group. I love it. I have gotten rid of stuff that has cluttered up my small apt. But the best thing is the stuff I have gotten. My favorite is my chair. Its great, before you go out and buy something, ask. Someone may have one that they won't even think about until you ask for it.
I decided I would like a wok. I was pricing them and then decided, well, I will check with freecycle first. I got offered one the same day. And it was electric, bonus. I had to drive a little ways for the griddle I wanted but was much cheaper than buying one and she gave me a few other items that turned out to be really nice and good quality stuff. You should really join your local freecycle group. You will be pleasantly surprised, I guarantee it.
By Christi from Paducah, KY
Feedback:
RE: Check Freecycle Before You Buy
I joined Freecycle months ago but haven't offered or taken anything yet. It seems like a very good way of getting rid of things and finding things you want. The only thing I noticed was some people asking for too much or things that to me were expensive and rather nervy of them to ask for it free. One person who didn't give any explanation why just said her son's clothes were getting too small and could someone please donate him a new wardrobe. Another one was asking for an expensive piece of exercise equipment. I wonder too about people asking for items or offering to take things, just to turn around and list on ebay! (08/25/2006)
By Debbie52
RE: Check Freecycle Before You Buy
Freecycle is great. I have offered quite a bit, and have received a few items. It is a great way to get rid of stuff that someone else could possibly use. I too, have noticed A LOT of posts for things I would NEVER ask for, but like my husband says, what does it hurt to ask. Though I too, cannot believe the nerve of some people! LOL (08/25/2006)
By Connie
RE: Check Freecycle Before You Buy
Amen for Freecycle! I cannot say enough about freecycle, not just on the receiving end, but giving and making new friends. There are a few "nuts" in the crowd, but if you are careful, you will be safe and make a difference for the planet. The idea is to keep the dumps down to a manageable pile: reclaim-remake-reuse!
(08/26/2006)
By Nancy
RE: Debbie52 Check Freecycle Before You Buy
Debbie52. This is a place to ask for what you want. It may be an entire wardrobe or it might be a uniform or a wok, regardless the idea is to give and to get and to keep things out of the local landfill. I have seen clothes, good useful housewares, furniture and many other items like tools thrown in our local landfill. If someone asks they have a reason. I am sure there are no rules that state you must give a reason. I would think that just asking would show the need. I myself need size 8 and 10 boys pants and jeans. I see no reason to not ask. If a person has some boys clothes they are no longer going to use and are going to dispose of them anyway, I would be more than willing to pay for the shipping. You seem to be very judgmental of the people's requests rather than getting with the idea of Freecycle's point. Try to "Judge not" . Enjoy and use the site for what it was intended. And allow the members to lighten the load in our landfills.
Have a great day (05/02/2008)
By Ana
Report Spam or Abuse
|
