The smart way to sell

If you took the advice of my last article and did a little winter cleaning, you could be looking to sell some unused items. Think about all the clothes, shoes, computers, furniture, toys, tools, books and other items eating up more space year after year. They probably have value for someone; you’ll value the extra room and less clutter in your life.

The trouble is, sites like Craigslist have really changed the game of reselling. So what should you sell — and where?

Here are a few of my favorite ways to add value by subtracting your stuff:

http://childrensorchard.com

http://www.platoscloset.com

http://www.mysisterscloset.com

http://www.greatfindsfurnitureconsignment.com/default.html

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. You’ve heard me say it before: Never underestimate what some people will buy on Craigslist or eBay. I know people who are on one or both sites every day. Sure, you’ll have to deal with some phone calls, emails and texts, and maybe a little haggling, but it can be a lot of fun – and more cash than you had yesterday. If you go this route, practice extra safety. Consider meeting people in well-lit public places or with another person vs. at your home.

http://www.ehow.com/how_4525294_sell-item-facebook.html

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http://www.goodwill.org

http://www.cross-lines.org

http://www.cityunionmission.org

). Keep your receipt for tax time, but to me the value of giving lasts much longer.

However you choose to go about it, do yourself a favor and do a little de-hoarding in your home. Know the pros and cons of each selling channel and go with what works for that particular item. Trust me, whatever you get in return is better than what you started with, and a great way to start the New Year.

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This story was originally published January 7, 2014 at 8:00 AM with the headline "The smart way to sell."