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Safely Buy and Sell on Craigslist: A Guide to Private Transactions

Discover how to navigate Craigslist for buying and selling with safety and privacy in mind. This community board allows you to create and read short posts related to used items, job opportunities, and discussions. While Craigslist offers free postings and doesn’t take a commission, be aware of potential risks. Protect your personal information by avoiding disclosing your real contact details and financial info. Always use Craigslist’s proxy email service, meet in public places, and check items before purchasing. Use cash or PayPal for secure transactions.

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Safely Buy and Sell on Craigslist: A Guide to Private Transactions

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  1. Using Craigslist How to buy and sell safely and privately

  2. A community board • Create short posts or read short posts from others • Can be used for: • Buying or selling used items • Finding jobs • Finding people • Having discussions • Etc. • Pro: • Posts are free; Craigslist does NOT take a cut of the sale • Con: • Can be potentially risky to use if you aren’t careful

  3. Craigslist DO DON’T Give out your real contact info (e-mail) Give out any personal or financial information Use credit cards or wire transfers • Use Craigslist’s proxy e-mail service • Meet the buyer/seller in a public place and bring a friend • Check the item in person before you agree to buy it • Use cash or PayPal

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