Someone pointed out that, in addition to the four methods of getting rid of usable STUFF that I listed a few days ago, there is also the option of having a yard sale. Yes, they do have yard sales here in Dodge. No, I have no intention of ever having one myself.
Why?
First of all, you've got to go through all the STUFF, just as I am doing anyway.
Second, unlike Freecycle, where you can give things away "as is", you have to clean items and make minor repairs.
Then you have to have a place to store the STUFF until you are ready for your yard sale.
Fourth, you have to publicize your yard sale through advertisements in local papers, signs, etc.
Fifth, you have to make yourself available for an extended period of time while other people discover your yard sale signs and make it over to your house.
Sixth, you have to deal with the people who want to haggle over pennies and nickles. And the people who show up early or late, and so on.
Finally, after you have closed your yard sale, chances are that you are still left with a lot of STUFF that has to be disposed of. So, apart from a few dollars, what have you really gained?
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