The Best Barter Sites For Exchanging Your Items

By Leslie Ball


At times, we hoard things in our garages or stores that we no longer need; not knowing what to do with them. Selling them is often the first idea we come up with but on selling the items we may end up losing value. So, the best alternative is bartering; exchanging good for other goods of the same value and quality. Although bartering was used in the olden days, it has resurfaced in the present times due to its efficiency. The internet helps in faster bartering since it reaches out to a wider geographical area. Below are of some the barter sites available for exchanging goods from the convenience of your home or by mail.

Zwaggle is an exchange site for swapping baby items like beddings, furniture or even toys. The site was formed by a group of parents with a vision of making acquiring baby stuff affordable and accessible. You do not have to pay any fees to be a member. Additionally, for every exchange, you earn points that come in handy for getting other items.

BabysitterExchange just like the name of the website sounds involves swapping neighborhood-level activities such as pet-sitting, babysitting and tutoring. Assemble a group of families whom you trust and know very well then sign up together for the site. From there, you can easily schedule how you will swap ordinary tasks like babysitting free of charge.

SwapStyle is a great bartering site for individuals who are fashion maniacs. In the website, you can swap clothes, shoes, cosmetics, accessories, handbags and so on without paying any membership fee. Another great site for exchanging clothes is thredUP. It is mostly for kids clothes where parents swap clothes and toys for children of different ages. Membership is free, and you can just pay five dollars to pick a full box of clothing plus shipping expenses.

PaperBackSwap is a website whose membership is free and a place to exchange paperback books. You just list the number of books you no longer need, and other affiliates will find them. If a person requests for any of the books you have listed, you mail it to them and choose books you want to get.

Swap.com is a website you offer to exchange things you do not use anymore; there is no exchange of money or bidding. From the swap, you will be able to choose from a variety of items like books, CDs, movies and other things. The site service is free, but you will meet the cost of shipping the items you trade.

GoSwap is a website where permanently swap houses. Signing up for the site is free but listing your home costs between 9 and 270 dollars. All you need to do is list the house you want to swap, and then search for a house you want then swap. With this site you will no longer have to wait to sell your house before buying a dream home; since all that is required of you is to find someone who wants the house.

In conclusion, there are certain things you ought to note before embarking on bartering online. Get to know how bartering works, its advantages and disadvantages and any tax prerequisites. Also, consider the values of the items you want to exchange; ensure they get you an item that has equal monetary value.




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