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New Ways To Swap Stuff


By Olivia Cross


Before money was introduced, people would barter goods and services. With the connections offered by the internet, people are discovering bartering once again. All kinds of websites offer the option to swap stuff. It is an easy way to get rid of what you do not want and get what you do want without having to part with any cash.

Some sights are larger ones, offering swapping of all kinds of goods and services from trading in a car for a plot of land to exchanging house cleaning for baby sitting. Many niche sites also exist, dedicated to swapping of particular items such as clothing. There are also those that serve a particular local area, making it easier to meet in person.

There are some safety risks involved in swapping but most of these websites have strict rules to protect users. Swapping less costly items usually involves shipping or posting. It is obviously more risky when it comes to more expensive items like cars and certain precautions need to be taken.

Exchanging goods in person is always a good idea as it offers the opportunity to both parties to see the goods. When arranging to meet someone it is preferable to arrange a meeting somewhere like a coffee shop. Taking a friend along makes the whole procedure even safer.

Bartering provides the perfect way for someone who is short of cash to experience having new items like clothing. Those who love fashion but cannot afford to buy new clothes all the time are often addicted to a clothing site where they can join a community swapping clothing as well as accessories and cosmetics. Parents with children who grow out of their clothing at an alarming rate also really appreciate a website dedicated to helping them exchange gently worn items and even toys with other parents who can still use them. People also benefit from swapping hundreds of other items from books to video games.

The timing of when you post items for swapping often makes a difference. Swapping Christmas decorations, for example, is obviously better in the period just before Christmas. A beautiful prom dress is highly likely to be swapped successfully just before prom.

These websites usually offer free membership. Some of them have more tight knit communities and require recommendation by a member to join. They also operate in different ways with some arranging the swapping between members so that they do not communicate with one another at all. Others operate on a point system, giving points for items which the member can use to get other items.

Instead of storing unwanted items or throwing them away, people are now taking advantage of the opportunity presented by these websites to barter. This is the perfect way to get rid of these items rather than cluttering closets or ending up in the trash. It can also be a way of saving a huge amount of money by getting needed or wanted goods without parting with any cash at all.




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