Selling clothes on Craigslist can be a great way to generate quick cash for unexpected bills or emergencies. It’s simple, as newspaper classifieds used to be:

  • You list what you have to sell in the area where you live.
  • Potential buyers and casual readers scan the list of offers.
  • The buyer contacts you.
  • You make arrangements to meet and deliver the items.
  • The buyer pays you.
  • Done.

Here are some simple tips and reminders about selling clothes on Craigslist. Follow them for your safety and convenience, as well as to get the fastest cash.

1. Headlines matter.

People searching for things on Craigslist typically enter the words they want into the search box. Craigslist displays a list of posts that contain that word, in order with the most recent post at the top, similar to how blogs are published. Posts with titles that include the word, with descriptions that include the size, are opened more often.

2. Price matters.

When selling clothes on Craigslist, keep in mind that buyers are looking for bargains. And many of them are just browsing and will only pay attention to posts that look like a bargain or a “steal”. It is essential to include the price in the space provided. It is advisable to set the price as low as possible.

3. Description matters.

When you sell clothes on Craigslist, remember that readers can’t touch or examine the items like they would in a store. Providing detailed descriptions will attract buyers and also weed out non-buyers, saving you time and hassle.

4. Facts count, photos sell.

Did you notice that Craigslist includes a little phrase, “photo,” in orange font at the bottom of each listing? Busy shoppers are more likely to click on a listing that has a “photo” than one that doesn’t, all else being equal.

5. Protect yourself.

Protect both your privacy and your sanity: Don’t put your own phone number or email address on the post when selling clothes on Craigslist. The site offers an option where you can anonymize Your email address; emails will be forwarded to you.

Never allow a buyer to meet you at your home. Arrange to meet in a public place during the day.

6. Cash only.

If you are selling clothes on Craigslist to generate cash, then accept only cash. You won’t have to wait for checks to clear at both banks, or risk having check payments stopped.

Craigslist is a wonderful concept for selling clothes. Just follow marketing and safety tips like these and you’ll be counting your money!