Sell your baby items to make some extra money.
There is no question that purchasing baby items can get expensive. With the high cost of infant clothing, furniture and toys, many parents are turning to second-hand baby items to try and save money. Gently used baby gear is in high demand in today's economy. If you are trying to sell these types of baby items, there are many resources available to assist you.
Instructions
1. Prepare the baby items you want to sell by cleaning them. Make sure to remove dirt from the toys and wash any previously worn baby clothing to remove stains. Fold neatly or hang on hangers.The better the condition, the more you may receive for the items.
2. Sell your baby items at a nearby consignment store. Many second-hand and consignment stores will purchase gently used infant gear and clothing. Some shops, like Once Upon A Child, will pay you on the spot for used kids' clothing, toys, furniture and equipment in good and like-new condition.
3. Coordinate a baby or children's garage sale in your neighborhood. Find out if your neighbors have toys or other items they want to sell. Economical parents shop at these type of sales for many of their baby items. Make sure to list your sale through Craigslist under the For Sale header, in the "babys+kids" or "garage sale" sections, and make plenty of signs to put out in the area.
4. Contact local daycare providers to see if they would be interested in purchasing any baby items. They are usually looking for inexpensive toys and books.
5. Sell your baby items on Craigslist. It is free, and many people use it. You can list your items under "baby+kids." Make sure to be detailed about the items you are selling and provide a photo if you can. Be conscious of how much items are selling for so you do not ask for too much or too little.
6. Earn money for your baby items on eBay or Google. There may be a small fee involved, but many shoppers trust purchasing their items through these sites.
7. List your baby items on Mykidscloset.com. The site features a classified site for moms, dads, grandparents and anyone else who is looking to buy and sell new or used kids' items.
8. Donate any items you are unable to sell to your local charity. You should receive a receipt to show the donation so you can claim it on your taxes.
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