How to buy and sell second-hand safely and effectively as a student

Where to buy and sell:n

• Facebook Marketplace — best for furniture and larger items, local collection
• Vinted — best for clothing and smaller items
• eBay — electronics, textbooks, specialist items
• Freecycle — free items, collection only, excellent for basics

nnSafety rules:n

• Meet in a public place for all transactions
• Bring a friend for expensive items
• Do not share your home address with strangers
• Check item condition carefully before paying — photographs are not always accurate

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