How to Sell Major Appliances

A problem with major appliances is that generally they are big expenses. Many of us are looking to purchase the latest and newest appliances. We end up replacing our old appliances even though they still work. Fortunately, the high cost of new appliances can boost your likelihood of selling your used ones. This allows you to pass on the savings to the next family and gives you an opportunity to recoup your initial expense.

Instructions

1. Post a classified ad in one or more local newspapers. Local newspapers have long provided advertising services for private individuals looking to rid themselves of unwanted goods. Prepare an accurate and attractive description of your appliance for the ad. Investigate pricing for your ad based on length of advertising run, text length and ad size.

2. Take advantage of online classified sites such as Craigslist. Create a flattering but truthful description of the major appliance for your ad. Post your ad in the appropriate section based on the appliance type and by region or state.

3. Use Internet auction sites to sell your major appliance to the highest bidder. Auction sites help potential buyers find your product. Auction site listings could potentially result in a bidding war which will drive up the price. Create a seller's account so you can post your major appliance for sale. Take pictures of your item so potential buyers can see what they're bidding on. If the site allows, list your item in an appliance category.

4. Place fliers in advantageous locations. The key to good flier placement is to put them in places where many people and the right people will see them. Post your fliers in busy downtown areas on telephone polls and sides of buildings where allowed. Seek out beneficial locations according to the type of appliance you are selling. For instance, place your flier for a washer or dryer at a laundromat.

5. Have a yard or garage sale featuring your major appliance. There is a whole culture of people who delight in shopping at yard or garage sales. Display your major appliance prominently so that all potential buyers can see it. Negotiate with customers in order to sell the appliance at a price both parties can agree upon.

Tips & Warnings

• Mention your interest in selling your major appliances to friends and family. Encourage them to let others know about the availability of the appliances.

• Never ship an appliance to a buyer until payment is received.

References

• Auctioning Online
• Selling with Classifieds

Resources

• Appliance Specific Classifieds