(Newswire.net — July 13, 2019) — The pace of technology is dizzying, to say the least, but smartphone manufacturers are trying to make the most of it. This is why you can see a new smartphone loaded with the latest features, coming into the market every now and then.
The temptation to switch phones is high because obviously, you want to use the latest technological features and advancements. Unfortunately, it also means you’re going to have many smartphones lurking in your closets and drawers.
This also brings up an important question of what you can do with these old phones. The simplest answer is to sell your old phones for cash or exchange it for a discount on the new one. If you decide to go with the first option, here are some simple ways to sell your used phone.
Sell through a marketplace
Marketplaces greatly improve the chances of selling your phone. Popular online marketplaces like Craigslist and eBay can help you reach potential customers easily and you can even get a good rate for your used phone. But this involves some effort as you’ll have to take photos, create a listing, and present a realistic as well as an attractive description for your phone.
Of course, each of these platforms come with its own share of limitations too. Craigslist, for example, is most ideal if the seller is located in the same city. In fact, you may not be able to list your product across multiple cities unless you’re ready to pay a fee.
eBay comes with no such geographical restrictions, but be prepared to pay a certain percentage of your sales proceeds as their fees. It is a good idea to increase the price of your product, so it covers these additional fees. Also with eBay, you’ll have to take the responsibility of shipping it to the right person.
Sell to a company
Many times we ask our contacts for suggestions about the right place to sell smartphones., “I want to sell my iPhone 7 plus, but where can I get the best rates?” is a common question that can be seen on social media.
Besides an online marketplace, you can also sell it to a company that specializes in buying used phones, refurbishing them, and selling them to potential sellers. Obviously, you’ll get lesser money than what the phone is worth in the used market, but the advantage is you’ll get money quickly and don’t have to go through the hassle of listing, waiting, shipping, and answering queries.
Sell directly to a buyer
If you know a friend or a family member who is willing to buy a used phone directly from you, well you got lucky! This is the easiest way to sell a used phone and you’ll get the money quickly as well.
But if you take this option, make sure you disclose all the problems in your phone to avoid getting into trouble later.
Thus, these are some of the simplest and the most effective ways to sell a used phone.