Top 10 Things To Do On Craigslist
Most of us have heard of Craigslist but how many of us actually use it? When deciding on a blog topic today I knew I wanted to write about something with a plethora of different functions. I chose Craigslist because the service is so dynamic that you can accomplish almost anything you set your mind to on here.
Did you know that Craigslist is:
- Is responsible for billions of dollars of interpersonal commerce—more than any other stop on America’s internet?
- Provides the majority of housing and jobs for the nation’s urban population?
- Has grown in web traffic 100% a year since it’s creation over a decade ago?
- Is 99.99% FREE to use (Small fees are charged for Hiring and some Housing Ads)?
Craigslist
A little Wikipedia knowledge: Craig Newmark began Craigslist in 1993 as a series of emails, sent to friends, about local events in the San Francisco Bay Area. It became an online service in 1995. After incorporation as a private for-profit company in 1999, Craigslist continued is exponential growth. As of September 2007[update], Craigslist has established itself in approximately 450 cities in 50 countries.
Craigslist is definitely a pioneer in the online space yet I’ve heard so little buzz about it. I’ve used Craigslist sporadically for the past few years. While many still think Craigslist is a scam or just full of spammers I wanted to share some things that can be accomplished. In no particular order of importance, here are the Top 10 Things To Do on Craigslist:
1. Sell Furniture: I’ve had 100% success rate with selling my furniture on Craigslist. Every time I move I get rid of furniture . Instead of having to lug it around or throw it away I snap a quick photo and post an ad with the description, price and availability for pick up. It’s extremely easy and I usually sell my furniture within 3-5 days of posting the ad. I am happy that my furniture is going to a good home and I’m providing furniture at an affordable price.
2. Donate: As you can see I’m big on recycling, donating and overall making good use of my old stuff. I’ve often donated things to the Good Will or Salvation Army but Craigslist is another option. I’ve posted ads under the “Free” stuff section listing that I have old appliances, clothing, furniture, etc to donate to anyone in need. I’ve also had a 100% success rate with these ads. The recipients came to get my stuff in less than an hour. This is the quickest way to donate stuff and know that it will go to a good home right away. Good Will and Salvation Army are great organizations of course but they sort and sell your stuff so who knows how long it will take to make it to an actual home?
3. Housing Search: 75% of the time I ask people where they met their roommate, they say craigslist! That alone is enough validation to show that Craigslist is a credible place to meet your roommate. Their housing section has different options including subleasing, renting and roommate searches.
4. Find something Specific: Did you know you can subscribe to an RSS feed for just about anything you’re looking for? If you want Chargers Tickets, a Blue Couch, a Marketing Job, etc use the “Search For” tool under your specific category and you can subscribe to all the posts that come up with specifically what you’re looking for. This allows you to get quick updates on new postings, price compare, location for pick up, etc.
5. Affordable Tickets: To avoid outrageous ticketmaster fees and get great deals on tickets I recommend checking the ticket section before purchasing them through the actual ticket office. I’ve found great deals on Chargers and Padres tickets season ticket holders who can’t make the game and are willing to sell the tickets for less than face value! Many sell theme park tickets, concert tickets and tickets to special events. To take precautions, I always ask before I meet the person if I can take down their driver’s license information in case of fraudulent tickets. I’ve never had any objections as the seller understands this is a reasonable request and I’ve always received authentic tickets.
6. Recycle Moving Boxes: Getting moving boxes is always a hassle. Instead of wasting more cardboard and spending money buying new boxes check the “Free” section of Craigslist. There are always people offering moving boxes. After you move return the favor by putting any boxes that are still in usable condition back on Craigslist!
7. Carpool: Here in Southern California driving is our primary form of transportation. Since most people own a vehicles many of us wouldn’t think to carpool. I knew many people in college who used the “Carpool” section to go home for breaks. It only makes sense that if two people are driving the same direction, at the same time to carpool. Think of all the energy and gas we’d save if we carpooled to work!
8. Hiring: Depending on what you’re hiring for Craiglist is one of the fastest ways to get many applications. We know that it comes to hiring it’s about quality rather than quantity so you’ll really have to screen the applicants you get as you’ll be bombarded with many, but it’s a quick and easy way to generate some interest. I had an event where I needed a magician and I was able to easily find one on Craigslist. I also found a housekeeper who only used environmentally friendly products!
9. Barter: Bartering is such a great concept. What a great way to get rid of something you don’t want or will never use and get something that you find useful! I always find the barter section interesting and like to periodically check it.
10. Watch the movie 24 Hours on Craigslist!: Did you know there’s a Craigslist movie? It’s a fun film that showcases the variety of things you can do on Craigslist in just 24 hours!
Have any stories on cool things you’ve done on Craigslist? Please feel free to comment and share!
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I have had MAJOR success with CL. I buy sell and trade and that it how I make a living. The month of December alone I made over 5K by ONLY using CL about 5-6 hours a day. Here is an excellent example… I trade a puppy (that I got for free) for 4 sugar gliders, I turned around and traded the gliders for an iPod touch and $5000 worth of adult novelties, then I traded the novelties for a little 4×4 Izuzu truck. In 3 trades I went from a puppy that I got for free to a TRUCK….. CRAIGSLIST ROCKS!!!!!! I highly recommend that you get your nose off of the grindstone and put ole Craig to work for you!!! 😉
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