Spring cleaning is a great way to purge your home of unnecessary items. And if you play it right, it can also put a bit of extra cash in your pocket. As you begin to look around the house at the items you might want to purge, think about the possibility of using your old things to help pay your bills.
Get Money for Last Season's Styles
That dress you bought last year but never took the tags off? What if you could use that when you need help paying bills? Sites like Poshmark, eBay, and ThredUP let you do just that.
Take photos of your new or gently worn garments or jewelry, post them online, and wait for buyers to pounce on them! Be prepared for the companies you sell through to keep either a flat fee or a percentage of the selling price. For this reason, it's best to try and sell items that will go for $20 or more.
Turn Tech Into Cash
Old gadgets are some of the most challenging items to re-home. With technology evolving so rapidly, it seems like your laptop is out of date within months. But companies like BuyBackWorld and SellCell will help you turn your old electronics, like phones, laptops, or game consoles, into green. The best part is, some companies will pay for electronics whether they work or not!
Sell Furniture & Decor
Minimalism is having a moment. And if you're on the minimalist bandwagon while spring cleaning, opting for fewer pieces of furniture in your home, use a site like Facebook Marketplace or a local consignment store to get quick cash before your items hit the curb.
Take Books to the Local Reseller
See if your community has a bookstore that will pay cash for gently used books. While you may only be getting $1-2 per book, if you can come up with a box of 50 or so, that money can help with paying bills. Make sure books are in good condition with covers intact to ensure you get the most bang for your book!
Spring Clean Your Subscriptions
While you're thinking about making money to help pay bills, seize the opportunity to do some tidying up with your finances. Pull together a list of all your subscription services and make sure you still need them.
Are you really watching Amazon Prime, Netflix, Hulu, HBO, and Peacock? Do you really need cable TV, a gym membership, or a clothing subscription service? If the answer is no, use your savings to put towards the bill pay fund.
The Bottom Line
Spring cleaning isn't always the most enjoyable task. But if you view the things you're getting rid of as potential money-makers, it can actually turn into quite a lot of fun.
Before you go tossing everything into the bin, double-check to see if there's a market. You might be surprised what someone else is willing to pay for that you can turn around and use on your household expenses.
Notice: Information provided in this article is for information purposes only. Consult your financial advisor about your financial circumstances.
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