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conniesbbymama · 1 year
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Hi, my niece, Sienna, is currently fundraising for a service dog due to her multiple disabilities (EDS, POTS, CRPS and more) that limit her mobility and regular everyday function. She is going through the nonprofit organization 4 Paws for Ability. 4 Paws has provided a secure online platform where you can conveniently contribute with options like PayPal, Venmo, and regular credit/debit. 
The total cost for a service dog is $20,000 but sadly it is not covered by health insurance. I understand that times are tough for many, and any help you can provide will be deeply appreciated. Additionally, I kindly ask that you share the donation link with your family, friends, and other socials to help us reach a wider audience. 
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mousedetective · 2 months
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Help A Mostly Queer Disabled Family Get Out of Homelessness?
PAYPAL | AMAZON WISHLIST | KOFI | GOFUNDME
VENMO: @penaltywaltz | CASHAPP: $afteriwake23 | ZELLE: DM me for email address
02/18/24 - New Post
So we were recently blessed with $2,000 to pay bills, get hotel stays covered for the rest of this month/part of March and get food while I wait until the local county office opens to find out why I never got my food stamps. I almost started crying, for real.
I paid off the money my mother owed to PayPal so we can send each other money again (it will take two to three business days for the payment to process, then another day or two for her to regain access to her PayPal account), I paid off/paid down some of the PayPal 4 In 4 payments I needed to make (I've been ignoring them in favor of paying off other things), I got us a room every day from February 28th to March 13th except the 2nd, when we have to go to another hotel (we do that one via the hotel website, and I make sure we pay that one on-site because they charge a $50 fee for anything that might happen to the room that gets refunded after we leave) and I paid off one of my mom's loans down to $21
If we get really lucky, I can take the loan payments we have coming out on the 1st and 3rd and get them paid and not take out any more loans except for my and my mom's MoneyLion ones (I can take those out in increments as needed) and we can get closer to saving up for a down payment on an apartment. But I still have bills to pay. I owe about $500 to PayPal for the 4 in 4 plans still, my mother needs to pay $610 for a credit card bill we thought was under her debt consolidation payment (I'm going to try and add it later, and if they'll take it, then we only need $200 to get it up to date) and we still need to get Lena her glasses (around $150 there, since I pulled out the money for her exam in cash). Plus I will need to get us accommodations on the 13th for the rest of our 28-day stay.
I'm tentatively setting the goal at $2000, which should cover paying off all the bills we need to pay, the glasses, and the later hotel stay. Any help sharing or donating is much appreciated. If we don't have to take out the loans to cover stuff in March we can get the money together in April for a deposit. We're almost there! Thank you!
$135/$2000
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thefirsthogokage · 9 months
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Now 100 days into the strike, here is a roundup of places you can donate to help entertainment worker relief (all workers not just WGA) - [Click this sentence to go to the Google document] #WGAstrong #unionstrong
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In case you can't open the link:
We are more than 75 days into the WGA strike, and now SAG-AFTRA has joined us too. Unite Here 11 hotel workers have been out all month. Teamsters and IATSE have been out of work. Here's some funds you can donate to to support everyone. I will update this often as more funds pop up!
WORKER SUPPORT
THE UNION SOLIDARITY COALITION FUND
TUSC is raising money for direct aid to IATSE and Teamsters crew -- they are notably covering people’s health insurance premiums while they’re out of work. Donate here. [501c3 - tax deductible]
ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNITY FUND
Most importantly, EntertainmentCommunityFund.org gives financial aid to entertainment workers all over the industry, both WGA and non-WGA. It's a big source of assistance for IATSE people especially. [501c3 - tax deductible]
SAG-AFTRA FOUNDATION
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation provides financial assistance to members of their union in need. https://members.sagfoundation.org/donate [501c3 - tax deductible]
HUMANITAS GROCERIES
Humanitas Groceries For Writers. This helps staff writers and other early career WGA members with $100 grocery gift cards. Donate here (and select Groceries For Writers from the dropdown): https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=AVJ6TL2YYPX2A
INEVITABLE FOUNDATION
Inevitable Foundation has a financial aid fund for WGA writers with disabilities. [501c3 - tax deductible] You can donate to support here: https://www.inevitable.foundation/emergency-relief-fund-donate?form=webdonate
GREEN ENVELOPE GROCERY AID
WGA captain Joelle Garfinkel helps run a grocery aid fund for entertainment workers. You can learn more about it here: https://twitter.com/msjoellegarf/status/1678522919780069377 Donate by sending money on venmo to @ Joelle-Garfinkel and if you need aid you can apply by emailing [email protected]
FOOD BANK GROCERIES FOR ACTORS/WRITERS
World Harvest Food Bank in Mid City LA is giving away free groceries to writers and actors on strike. You can donate to support those efforts here: https://www.worldharvestla.org/donate-now [501c3 - tax deductible]
UNITE HERE 11 MUTUAL AID STRIKE FUND
Unite Here 11 hotel workers, who staff many of the hotels used by the major studios for production, are on strike. If you would like to donate to their strike fund, you can do so here: https://www.unitehere11.org/donate-to-the-unite-here-local-11-strike-mutual-aid-fund/
MOTION PICTURE TELEVISION FUND
MPTF (formerly known as the Actors Fund) provides a variety of services including grants for people on strike. You can donate to MPTF here: https://mptf.com/donate/ [501c3 - tax deductible]
HOLLYWOOD SUPPORT STAFF RELIEF FUND
This is an MPTF fund specifically for Hollywood assistants impacted by the strike. https://secure2.convio.net/afa/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app20023a?8217.donation=form1&8217_donation=form1&NONCE_TOKEN=12A38B8E80F6E4250888E4E44BE1190D&df_id=8217&idb=182923308&mfc_pref=T [501c3 - tax deductible]
PICKET LINE SUPPORT
PIZZA FUND - ALL LA LOTS
Comedy writer Jess Morse maintains a pizza fund that delivers to all of the Valley pickets. You can send money to @ Jess-Morse on Venmo or paypal.me/pizzastrikefund on Paypal ($10.97 buys one pizza)
FOX LOT FOOD FUND (LA)
I run a food fund to help feed our picket line at Fox, where I am an assistant coordinator. My Venmo is @ OlgaLexell and we love to use this money on catering from local businesses so we can support them while their business is down too.
SONY LOT FOOD FUND (LA)
The folks coordinating the Sony lot started a food fund via GiveButter. https://givebutter.com/sonypicketlines
NETFLIX LOT FOOD FUND (LA)
Lot coordinator Danny Tolli runs a Venmo fund for food and beverages at Netflix. You can Venmo him @ dctolli to contribute.
DISNEY LOT FUND (LA)
Lot coordinator Carlos Cisco started a Venmo fund for supplies like water at Disney, which has extremely high temperatures in the summer. Venmo him at @ Carlos-Cisco to contribute.
COMMUNITY SOLIDARITY PROJECT (LA)
CSP has been delivering hot meals like breakfast burritos to all of the LA lots. Donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-entertainment-workers-on-the-strike-line
TARGET REGISTRY - ALL LA LOTS
Official Target registry run by the WGA West Lot Coordinators. This is to get supplies for our check-in stations, ranging from snacks to first aid to garbage bags and beyond. https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift-giver?registryId=079d5420-f35e-11ed-989e-f9022739cfe2&type=CUSTOM
NYC STRIKE SUPPLIES
NY Strike captain Steph Deluca offered to receive incoming funds to buy picket line supplies, which is something the WGAe needs help with. They are fundraising via her venmo @steph_deluca
FEEDING THE NYC STRIKERS
A group sending food and water to NYC strikers has set up a Cashapp and Paypal fund. You can send the money at $NYCStrikeFund via Cashapp or [email protected] via Paypal.
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hack-it-like-a-pro · 1 year
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10 Popular Alternatives to PayPal
By Umesh Prasad Updated May 02, 2023
1. Skrill
• Skrill merchant fees range from 2.5% to 4%.
• Skrill accounts not used for 12 months are assessed a fee of $5.
• Skrill has a limited number of merchant acceptance and PayPal is available at almost every major retailer.
• There are two different levels of accounts—One is a Skriller level, which has some fees, and the other is a True Skriller level, which waives those fees.
• Skrill is a good option as it has zero deposit fees, low ($5.50) or no fees for withdrawals (depending upon the account's level), and sending and receiving money is free.
2. Payoneer
• Payoneer, like PayPal, operates in more than 150 countries.
• Payoneer offers an account that is free and allows withdrawals directly into your bank account. The other account is a prepaid card that is only available to individuals and costs $29.95 a month.
•Payoneer charges a transaction fee of $1.50 for local bank transfers.
• Payoneer also provides a service called Billing Service that allows for a business to set up payments from customers with a 3% fee for credit cards and 1% for debit cards.
3. Google Pay Send
• Google Pay Send can attach payments to Gmail messages.
• Like PayPal, Google Pay Send is great for sending money to and from anywhere for virtually any reason, but Google Pay Send does not charge a fee on debit transactions, whereas PayPal charges 2.9%.7
• There are no setup or cancellation fees for Google Pay Send, and it is available for Android and iPhones.
• Google Pay Send allows for a variety of tools to manage your business and incorporate loyalty programs and other advantages.
4. Stripe
• This service is only available to U.S. and Canada-based businesses, but payments can come in from any source.
• Fees are very clear; Stripe charges 2.9% plus 30 cents on every transaction.9
• The checkout process for Stripe is self-hosted and occurs on the business owner's site rather than sending customers to an external site such as PayPal.
• The Stripe network automatically deposits the funds into an outside bank account.
5. Venmo
• Venmo is a checkout option with several apps and websites, including Uber and GrubHub.
• When you withdraw money from your Venmo balance, it can take a few business days to transfer money to your bank account. If you need money faster, Venmo offers instant transfers for a 1% fee, with a minimum of $0.25 and a maximum of $10.
• Venmo doesn't have regular fees, like monthly or annual fees.
• Venmo includes popular features from social networks, including likes, comments, and messages attached to each payment.
6. Apple Pay
• Apple Pay is built into iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad.
• Like PayPal's availability, Apple Pay is accepted at over 85 percent of retailers in the U.S.
• Apple does not charge any fees when you use Apple Pay, whether in stores, online or in apps.
• Apple Pay enables you to make secure, contactless purchases using Apple Cash, Apple Card, and any other credit and debit cards that you add to your Wallet.
7. Square
• A retail platform that allows retailers to sell in-person and online.
• Options for point of sale, eCommerce, invoices, and contactless payments.
• Free to use but retailers can add tools as needed including those for payroll and timecards for employees.
• Square's Intuitive Dashboard keeps a retailer's business data in one place.
8. Amazon Pay
• Using Amazon Pay does not add fees, including transaction fees, membership fees, and currency conversion fees, to purchases on sites and organizations accepting Amazon Pay.
• Transactions are safe and secure, and everything can be tracked with an Amazon account.
• Amazon Pay accepts credit and debit cards.
• Donations, movie tickets, and more can be made with voice connect through Amazon's Alexa.
9. QuickBooks Go Payment
• Requires a credit card reader for retailers to take payments right from a mobile phone or tablet.
• Swipe rates starting as low as 1.6% for pay-as-you-go or monthly plans are available starting at $19.95.
• It works with iPhones, iPads, Android phones, and Android tablets.
10. Shopify Payments
• Requires a Shopify account to accept Shopify Payments.
• Customers can use their preferred payment methods such as Visa, Mastercard, or ApplePay.
• Includes a built-in fraud analysis feature and flags orders that are potentially fraudulent.
• Pricing plans for Shopify account sellers range from $29/month to $299/month.
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nikkolodeon · 1 year
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What Should You Look For In A Platform For Fundraising?
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If you're trying to raise funds to support your cause, it is important to choose the best fundraising platforms for individuals. There are numerous options for platforms to raise funds. Here are some suggestions to help you choose the right one for you.
Donorbox
Donorbox, a fundraising platform created to make online fundraising easier, offers nonprofits a complete set of features to assist them in reaching their fundraising goals. It's free for non-profit organizations with less than $1000 per month, and provides a variety of payment options , including Stripe and PayPal. The user interface is platform-independent, so nonprofits can use it on any site.
Donorbox offers a simple setup procedure. It has a donation page that's easy to customize with your personal brand. It can be integrated into your website by using HTML code. It's also customizable with CSS, and you can choose from several colors that will match your organization's branding.
Donorbox is compatible with PayPal, Apple Pay, and Stripe. It also supports bank transfers. It is also able to connect to Zapier, Salesforce, Kindful and Salesforce. It's secure and comes with robust anti-fraud safeguards.
Elegant
Classy provides advanced tools and robust integrations that assist nonprofits with creating highly effective donation pages and manage supporters. Depending on your needs you'll be able to select from a range of options that include an automatic email reminder to let users know that their credit card are due to expire. The classy app allows donors to add an optional tip to their donation. This is ideal for those who want to show their appreciation.
Classy offers an in-house payment processing service called ClassyPay. The tool offers low-cost transaction fees as well as industry-leading fraud prevention. It can also integrate with Venmo and PayPal. It handles recurring gifts and also reconcile payments. Visit here: https://xmalley.com/ for details.
DoJiggy
DoJiggy was launched in 2003 and provides a variety of tools to promote charitable causes. It provides all the tools that nonprofits require to run successful fundraising events. It allows users to combine and mix various fundraising strategies such as online auctions and peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns.
DoJiggy offers a completely free online platform for fundraising, with tips and tricks for free to increase participation. Its platform has been accredited by the Better Business Bureau with an "A+" rating.
DoJiggy offers three pricing plans. The base package includes everything, but organizations can select which plan is best for their fundraising needs. The "Pledge for Crowdfunding" plan is for organizations that conduct several campaigns during the year. This plan offers support for donation management, mobile donations and ongoing donations.
GoFundMe
GoFundMe will help you raise funds for weddings or renovation. It's easy to set up a campaign, and donors can help your cause by sharing it on their social media pages.
GoFundMe is a safe and reliable platform. All donations are processed by payment processors. This means that you can be sure that your money will go to the person or organization you choose. GoFundMe's customer service team is available to help you with any questions or concerns you might have.
GoFundMe is one instance of free fundraising platforms for individuals. Usually, fundraisers use GoFundMe to assist their families in the aftermath of a tragedy, or help them get through difficult times. When compared to other sites for fundraising, GoFundMe is especially welcoming to personal causes.
NeonOne
Neon One can help your nonprofit reach its fundraising goals regardless of how large or small. This fundraising software can assist you in achieving your goals, from tracking donors to personalized peer-to-peer funding.
This technology will enable you to develop stronger bonds with your community and ensure the long-term viability of your organization. You can also select from a variety of packages to meet your charity's needs.
Neon One offers a variety of services, including fund-raising campaigns and volunteer management, event management and many more. The company also offers a CRM system for a nonprofit to track donor data. The organization will be able to increase its fundraising efforts and work more effectively with Neon One.
Neon CRM is an online fundraising program that lets you track your group's donations and membership levels, is Neon CRM. The software also comes with custom online forms for donations. The system is customizable with custom colors, logos, and web pages.
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dresslikeaunicorn · 1 year
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How Do You Choose A Good Fundraising Platform
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Choosing the right best fundraising platforms for individuals is crucial when you are trying to raise money to support your cause. There are many options for fundraising platforms. Here are some suggestions to help you choose the right one for your requirements.
Donorbox
Created to make fundraising online easier, Donorbox is a fundraising platform that offers nonprofits the full range of tools to help them meet their goals in fundraising. It's free for nonprofits that receive less than $1,000 per month and offers several payment options , including Stripe and PayPal. Its interface for users is platform-agnostic and therefore nonprofits are able to use it on any site.
Donorbox is easy to setup. The donation form can be personalized with your logo. The HTML code allows you to incorporate the form on your website. You can personalize it using CSS and choose among a variety of colors that match the branding of your organization.
Donorbox can be integrated with Apple Pay, PayPal, and Stripe. It also accepts bank transfer. It is also able to integrate with Zapier, Salesforce, Kindful and Salesforce. It's safe and comes with strong anti-fraud protections.
Klassy
Classy provides advanced tools and strong integrations that are able to assist nonprofits in creating high-performing donation pages or managing supporters. Based on your requirements you'll have the option of choosing from a variety of features, including an automated email reminder to let users know that their credit card are due to expire. A Classy feature allows supporters to add an optional tip to their gift. This is an excellent way to show your support.
Classy also offers an in-house payment processing solution known as Classy Pay. It offers low transaction charges and world-class protection against fraud. It is also able to integrate with Venmo and PayPal. It handles recurring gifts as well as payout reconciliation. Read this: https://xmalley.com/ for details.
DoJiggy
DoJiggy was launched in 2003 and provides a variety of options to help promote charitable causes. It offers everything that non-profit organizations require to run successful fundraising events. It allows users to combine and match different fundraising models including auctions online and peer-to–peer campaigns.
DoJiggy offers a completely free online fundraising platform, with tips and tricks that are free to increase participation. The Better Business Bureau has awarded DoJiggy an "A+" rating.
DoJiggy has three pricing choices. The base package includes everything, but organizations can choose which plan is the best one for their fundraising needs. The "Pledge for Crowdfunding" plan is for organizations that conduct several campaigns during the year. This plan gives support options for donation management as well as mobile donations and ongoing donations.
GoFundMe
If you're looking to raise funds to pay for a wedding coming up or for a home renovation, GoFundMe is a fundraising platform that works for you. It's simple to create an account, and supporters are able to help you by sharing it on their social media pages.
GoFundMe is a safe and reliable platform. Donations are processed by payment processors so that you are assured that your donation will be delivered to the right person or organization. GoFundMe's customer service team is on hand to answer any queries or concerns.
GoFundMe is one of the best fundraising platforms for individuals. Most fundraisers utilize the site to help their families in the aftermath of a tragedy, or help them get through a difficult time. When compared to other sites for fundraising, GoFundMe is especially welcoming to causes that are personal.
NeonOne
Whether your nonprofit is large or tiny, Neon One has the technology to aid you in meeting your fundraising goals. From tracking donations to customized peer-to-peer fundraising, this software tool will help you attain the most satisfaction.
This technology will allow you to build stronger relationships with your community and guarantee the long-term viability of your organization. There are numerous packages to suit your needs.
Neon One provides a range of services that include fundraising, event management and volunteer management. Neon One also provides an online CRM system that allows non-profit to monitor donor information. Your nonprofit can boost its fundraising efforts and operate more effectively with Neon One.
Neon CRM is a fundraising software program that allows you to track your organization's donations and membership levels, is NeonCRM. It also offers customizable online donation forms. The system can be personalized by using custom colors, logos, and web pages.
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cleverclovers · 3 years
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Walmart online ordering fucked us over, so I'm here asking for help. We placed an order for roughly 100$ worth of groceries that was supposed to go on my EBT card, and the delivery fees were to go to the bank, just the delivery fees, so we could still afford to pay bills and buy the other things necessary for life (like cat litter and pads later in the month)
The site glitched and instead of charging my EBT, the charge went entirely to the bank. We did contact customer service, who informed us that we could take the receipt to the CS counter at Walmart and they'd scan it, process the return and charge those items back to the EBT card. When we went to follow through on this process we were informed at the counter that that was not, in fact, possible. Now we're 100$ short in money that can be spent on bills and supplies.
We come up tight every month, but this is more than we can handle, and we have no idea when or if we're going to get stimulus, so we can't really hold out. I don't have the ability to ask my family for help, either, since that results in chaos every time, which leads to stress, which leads to seizures.
I have a lot of back log on commissions, to the point where i feel guilty trying to work on personal projects and I'm in a constant state of anxiety. the stress from this is leading to more and more break through seizures and spiraling mental health issues.
I regularly need help getting through the month, affording food, affording supplies for my household, because being disabled is expensive, and the government really doesn't care--they only factor in rent, electricity, and phone, not internet, or travel, or excess medical costs from teeth falling apart, or the expense of allergy and interaction safe foods, and that adds up quickly.
I would love nothing more than to finish my back log of commissions and be able to draw the things that could actually bring me personal fulfilment, and I'm here begging for help making this happen.
At this moment I need to fill that 100$ hole walmart left in our finances. I would prefer not to take commissions for that, because I *am* incredibly backed up on those.
For that i have
- https://ko-fi.com/rosesinclover
- https://PayPal.me/theogandall
- venmo/cashapp $Rosesinclover
For the long term, I do have a patreon, and support there allows me to draw the things I want to, like serotonin providing fan art, or pieces for my personal comic that's currently being overhauled
https://www.patreon.com/Rosesinclover
Help is greatly appreciated if it's available. I just want to get out of this anxiety pit. I'm so tired of feeling like I'm drowning or screaming all the time.
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mewmaru · 3 years
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Have you considered looking on other sites for donations/commissions? I think there’s a few subreddits where you could get active paypal donations, not that i really use Reddit myself, but tumblr may not be the best place to actively look for all this. Best of luck to you.
My bank account is controlled by my parents. Which is why I haven’t opened a pay pal. At least on Venmo I can keep it to myself til I get a new card. Tho maybe I could talk to a friend about taking donations for me and venmoing me the money, thank you for the idea!
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We Were Made for These Times
We Were Made for These Times
By Hare in the Moon Astrology
Tuesday May 5 2020
“We were made for these times ……. for years, we have been learning, practising, been in training for and just waiting to meet on this exact plain of engagement.” Clarissa Pinkola Estes
A heads up, from now on in, it’s going to be crucial to understand the reality gap between 3D outer events and the cries to return to “normal” and the Truth of our trajectory which is hidden in plain sight in 2020’s huge cycles of transformation: this is the permanent, irrevocable, no holds barred Re-Set we said we wanted but resisted all the way.
As of now we are locked into a time machine, heading for one of those hinges in history that means life can never be the same again- the June 21st Solar Eclipse across the Galactic Centre. To give you a sense of what I mean by “hinge in history”, the last eclipse at the exact same point in 2001 delivered 9/11.This is another twist in the same karmic spiral with a different landscape and cast of characters.And this time ,it is not happening to us but we’re happening to it.
Upcoming Key Dates
May 6: the karmic Node of Fate moves into Gemini handing down a new mission for the next 18 months May 7: the Scorpio Full Moon brings Wesak – the annual High Festival of Resurrection – the Buddha’s birthday and yearly return as Avatar streaming the light of Revival, Resurgence and Renewal on to the planet May 11/13/14: Saturn, Venus and Jupiter slow to turn retrograde in sequence followed in June by Mercury and Neptune June 5: Lunar eclipse across Sagittarius/Gemini June 22: Solstice Solar eclipse at 0 Cancer and karmic South Node of Fate on the Galactic Centre July 4: Lunar Eclipse across Capricorn/Cancer
Outer life may retain and regain some semblance of BC (Before Corona) but with such a weird cocktail of change agent planets retrograde until October and wild card evolution – accelerating eclipses, life will feel like we’re learning how to dance backwards in high heels, to quote Ginger Rogers. Brace yourself for a surreal ride – the physical, mental and emotional levels are grasping for an old reality which has been deleted.
Take heart and know that we are en route for one of the brightest cosmic beacons we’ve seen for a long time-the Jupiter /Saturn Conjunction in progressive futurist Aquarius on the December Solstice.
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alwaysmercy · 4 years
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Essential Words
I open the light blue binder, faded by time and use, to a page filled with words written in teeny tiny cursive.  My mama’s writing. The first page, undated, contains verses from the Psalms. Words of Poetry. Pleas for mercy. Pleas for comfort. Pleas for strength. And, yes, gratitude and praise. Essential words. Tested by time.
“As a deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O Lord.” Psalm 42:1
“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10a
I read these words she has written down.  Words she has prayed and pondered. They are as familiar to me as her handwriting and I am calmed and comforted.
There are so many words that clamor for my attention these days. They tumble into my inbox, shout out from newscasts, podcasts and blogposts, until I want to stuff cotton into my ears and turn away.  It is too much. I want to retreat.  And, so I do. I retreat into these familiar essential words my mama has recorded for me.  I find rest and renewal here. I find strength to face the day, and because of this, when the text came early one morning from my friend and colleague in Kenya, David Chuchu, with urgent words, I was ready to listen.  When we talk a few hours later, David begins to describe life during the pandemic in Kenya, and I can hear the desperation in his voice, a desperation not for himself, but those living on the margins.
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“I get calls from deaconesses, pastors and people every day. I am in touch with the most vulnerable: widows and orphans and those with HIV/AIDS.  People are desperate.”  He tells me.   “With the imposed curfews and shelter-in-place, people cannot work or support themselves in the smallest of ways. In Kenya, if you cannot work, you cannot eat. And if you cannot eat, you get desperate.  In the words of one woman in the slums of Kibera, ‘I’d rather risk dying from Corona virus, than starve to death.’”
Kenya is no stranger to devastating events, especially in the last few months. Raging floods, swarms of locust and now COVID-19 has ravaged this beautiful country, destroying property and livelihoods and leaving countless numbers of the most vulnerable homeless and hungry.
Pastor Chuchu is reluctant to ask for help.  He is sensitive to the fact that folks in the U.S. have been affected greatly by the pandemic, and that resources are stretched thin. And yet, the need in Kenya is engulfing.  It is a matter of life and death.
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David continues, “As coronavirus cases continue to increase, people try to implement social distancing. Washing of hands and wearing of masks or using sanitizers. A mask made locally with a piece of cloth by local tailors cost 50 Kenya Shillings. (50 cents, US). This precious commodity is far beyond the reach of the orphans and the vulnerable families. Talking to Agnes Olela, a 78-year-old grandmother living with four orphans, why she is not wearing a mask at this time as she walks on the street.  She has this to say ‘How can I buy a mask and yet I do not know where I will get the next meal for my grandchildren. That money can buy vegetables if I have it, and we did not even have our meals today. Those who are able may buy them, isolate themselves indoors and food will be delivered to them. Who will do that for me if I do not go out there to look for something to eat for my grandchildren?’”
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David and his now whittled down team at Diakonia Compassionate Ministry are working hard to provide for the most vulnerable—widows, orphans and those whose immune systems are compromised by disease. DCM also works to provide for deaconesses and pastors who are suffering greatly during this pandemic. (There are no systems for livestreaming church services and no tithes being received to support these workers).
It’s overwhelming. I get it. I too, hesitate to ask for help, but I am reminded of words attributed to Flannery O’Connor,
“The poor live with a little less padding between them and the raw forces of life.”
If you are blessed with an abundance, no matter how small, and want to share, please donate.  
Here’s what $30 will buy to sustain a family for a month:
Cooking oil, maize, beans, tea, sugar, salt, vegetables and soap.
There are two ways to help:
1. By check made out to Holy Cross Lutheran Church,  earmarked in the memo “for Kenya”
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Rocklin, CA 95677
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2. Online donation to:  Curatio Mundi.   https://www.curatiomundi.org
They accept PayPal, credit cards and soon, Venmo.  Please indicate that it is for Kenya relief.
(Curation Mundi is a not-for-profit donor site that has means to get donations to DCM and Rev. Chuchu)
Always Mercy,
Pamela
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kennethherrerablog · 5 years
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Best Places Locally and Online to Sell Your Old Phones
What should you do with that old cell phone you have when you upgrade to a newer one? Don’t discount its value before you check out what you might be able to get by selling it.
Depending on the type and model of phone you have to sell, and the condition it’s in, you might be able to get more than you thought you would.
There are several sites that will allow you to sell used cell phones, either directly to the company, or to a private party or company as a third party buyer.
Here are the details on some of the most popular places you can sell your used cell phones.
Table of Contents
Best Places to Sell Phones Online
1. BuybackBoss
2. Deculttr
3. Amazon & Amazon Trade-In Program
4. Gazelle
5. eBay
6. Gadget Gobbler
7. Nextworth
8. Wirefly
9. SellBroke
10. Gadget Salvation
11. MaxBack
Best Places to Sell Phones Near You
12. EcoATM
13. Craigslist
14. Walmart Trade-In Program
15. BestBuy
16. Target Trade-In Program
17. Gamestop
18. Facebook Buy and Sell Groups
Other Options to Sell Used Phone
19. GizMogul
20. YouRenew
21. uSell
22. Buy Back World
23. Green Buyback
24. ItsWorthMore
Other Places Worth Mentioning
25. Itemcycle.com
26. iPhone Antidote
27. Your Wireless Carrier
The Takeaway
Best Places to Sell Phones Online
To start, the best places to sell phones is going to be online. There are a ton of great places to choose from, but if you want to make this quick and simple; we recommend BuybackBoss to start.
1. BuybackBoss
BuybackBoss is our first choice when it comes to selling your old phone online. For starters, they guarantee to give you the highest price for your device. They also have a Trustpilot rating of 9.6 out 10.
If you find somewhere online that offers you a better price, you can simply send them an email (explanation on their website) with a link to the higher offer. Once they see the better offer, they will update your offer to beat their competitors and notify you once it’s ready to go.
They have three simple steps when it comes to selling your old phone.
First you will head over to their site and get a quote in 30 seconds or less. Next, you will ship your used phone for free and even track your shipment as well. Once your item is shipped, you get the choice of getting paid via check or through PayPal.
With a high Trustpilot rating and the guarantee that they will be the best price, it’s obvious why we started with BuybackBoss.
2. Deculttr
Decluttr is a close second choice when it comes to selling your old phone. They have paid out over $300 million to over 6 million people and have Trustpilot rating of 8.9 out of 10.
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Very similar to BuybackBoss, but they do have an updated app and offer two more payment options beyond PayPal and check. They can pay via direct deposit or even a donation to a charity.
Decluttr has definitely been one of the pioneers when it comes to selling your old phone, however they don’t guarantee the highest price which is why we put them at #2.
3. Amazon & Amazon Trade-In Program
With Amazon you can sell your phone two different ways. You can use Amazon’s Trade-In program and get an Amazon gift card for your phone, or you can sell your phone directly on the site and get cash from a third party buyer.
If you’re okay with having an Amazon Gift Card for your phone instead of cash, the trade-in program could be the way to go, although you may not get as much money for your phone since Amazon will still need to make a profit by reselling it.
When I checked my old Moto G phone on Amazon’s trade-in site, they were paying “up to” $6.80 for similar trade in models.
However, when I searched “used Moto G phones” on the traditional Amazon shopping site, I found I would pay between $30 and $60 for a used one. Even after listing and selling fees you’ll likely get more money selling your phone to a third party when you use Amazon.
The Good: Large audience and everyone uses an Amazon Gift Card.
The Bad: You may not get as much for your old phone.
4. Gazelle
Gazelle buys old cell phones directly from private party sellers for the purpose of reselling them. It’s easy to sell through Gazelle – no waiting for someone to take your offer or meeting up with them.
You just hit the “sell” button on the site, enter your phone make and model and they’ll give you an offer price. After you accept their offer price, Gazelle will send you a free shipping label and then pay you via an Amazon gift card, via PayPal or they’ll send you a check.
Also, keep in mind Gazelle does not buy all phone models nor do they buy phones tied to all carriers. You’ll have to check their site for specific info on which types of phones they buy.
The Good: Extremely quick, completely free to sell and multiple options for payout.
The Bad: Not all phone models will be bought back from you.
5. eBay
You probably already know at least a little bit about how eBay works. A few notes about selling your used cell phone on eBay:
Be sure to include a buffer for listing and selling fees in as you price your phone
Use other similar sold phones and listings when determining a phone price point
Decide ahead of time whether or not you’ll offer free shipping (it often makes an attractive lure for potential buyers) and then consider that cost as you choose your listing price as well
The Good: Large audience and opportunity to sell back to the retailer for higher profit.
The Bad: Communicating with potential buyers, creating your listing and then shipping your item.
6. Gadget Gobbler
Gadget Gobbler works similarly to sites like Gazelle: you get a quote for your phone, get a free shipping label once you’ve accepted their offer, and get paid from them after you send in your phone and they examine it.
One difference between Gadget Gobbler and Gazelle is that Gadget Gobbler pays via PayPal or a check only – no Amazon gift card option available. But personally, I’d prefer cash anyway. 🙂
Again, remember when you’re selling to companies that plan on reselling your phone for a profit that you’ll probably get less for the phone, although the process is super easy and streamlined compared to trying to sell it to a private party.
The Good: Payout is via a check or PayPal and a very simple selling process.
The Bad: You may not get as much for your phone.
7. Nextworth
Nextworth will also make an offer for your phone and send you a prepaid shipping label. After you accept their offer and ship your phone, they’ll pay you in the form of a PayPal deposit or they’ll mail you a check.
One thing to note about many of the companies that buy back your phone directly is they will analyze your phone once they receive it to be sure it matches the condition you said it was in when you got your offer.
If your phone is in worse condition than you stated, you may get less than originally agreed upon. Nextworth has a cool feature in that they’ll forgive any price differences (i.e. if the phone is worth less than what you were initially offered due to it being in worse condition) up to $10 and pay you as promised anyway.
That’s a feature you won’t find very often with other companies.
The Good: They send prepaid shipping label and payment via PayPal or check.
The Bad: You may get less than what you had originally agreed upon.
8. Wirefly
Wirefly is a cell phone and cell phone service retailer that pays you cash when you send in your used cell phone.
As with most companies, you need to state the condition of your phone and then send it in to be evaluated. Once they determine it’s in the condition you stated it is, they’ll pay you cash via Paypal, or you have a few other options as well.
The Good: Multiple forms of payment including cash.
The Bad: Not as fast as other selling sites.
9. SellBroke
SellBroke will buy your used cell phones (and other electronic items) even if they no longer work. As with most companies, you need to enter the description of your item with them, and they’ll give you a quote.
Once you’ve accepted their offer they’ll send you a prepaid shipping label and you can send in your item for evaluation.
Payment is made via PayPal or by check – whichever you prefer.
The Good: They may also buyback other used electronics from you as well.
The Bad: You may not get as much for your used electronics as you could elsewhere.
10. Gadget Salvation
Gadget Salvation works the same as many other companies: get a quote for your phone, a free shipping label if you agree to the quote, and they’ll pay you after they receive and assess your device.
These guys will pay you via PayPal, Venmo or Chase QuickPay.
The Good: If you find a better price for your phone from a qualifying competitor, Gadget Salvation will pay you that price plus 5% more.
The Bad: You may not get as much as you could private party.
11. MaxBack
MaxBack will quote you for your cell phone and send you a prepaid shipping label like the others. However, they offer one important difference: they’ll guarantee your quote for up to 30 days.
Prices in the world of used electronics change rapidly, so this could be a great incentive to use MaxBack as opposed to a company that won’t give a 30-day guarantee.
Remember though that all quotes are subject to verification of the phone’s condition as stated when the quote was given. MaxBack will pay you via PayPal or they’ll send you a check.
The Good: They will guarantee your quote for up to 30 days and multiple ways to get paid out.
The Bad: The cost of the convenience with MaxBack may eat into your profit.
Best Places to Sell Phones Near You
I’m sharing a variety of different avenues here for selling your old cell phone. Each works a bit differently so be sure to read the fine print so you know what you’re required to give – and how much money you’ll get – when you sell your phone.
Although we believe the best place to sell phones is always going to be online, some of you are still a little old school. If you don’t mind taking a drive to a storefront or kiosk, here are some of the best places you sell your phones near you.
12. EcoATM
EcoATM has kiosks across the country where you can deposit your old cell phone, have evaluated and get cash on the spot.
There are over 2,700 EcoATM kiosks across the country, according to the company’s website. EcoATM also takes steps to help ensure a phone can’t be stolen and deposited into a kiosk.
You need to submit a valid state ID if you’re going to deposit a phone into an EcoATM kiosk, and they will also take steps to prevent misuse of the information on your old phone as well.
This could be a good option if you want cash fast.  Also, if you decide you don’t want to accept their price, they’ll give you your phone back.
The Good: The fastest way to get cash for used phone if kiosk near you.
The Bad: You probably won’t be getting top dollar for your used phone.
13. Craigslist
Craigslist (or similar sites) are also popular venues for selling your used cell phone. You can probably get more for your phone if you sell it on Craigslist than you would by selling to a vendor – provided you are selling directly to a private party that wants to keep the phone for themselves.
Some private parties on Craigslist do buy used cell phones for the purpose of reselling them, which could potentially reduce your profit. However if you sell to someone wishing to keep and use the phone, you will likely get more money.
Search other similar listings on Craigslist to give you an idea of how much you should ask for your phone, and have a bottom-line dollar amount you’ll accept before you post your listing so that you’ll be prepared to haggle.
The Good: You will likely get the most money using Craigslist.
The Bad: The hassle factor of meeting up to sell your item is higher.
14. Walmart Trade-In Program
Like Amazon and others, Walmart will also buy your used cell phone, most often for the purpose of refurbishing and re-selling it.
After they make you an offer – and you accept their offer – they’ll send you a free shipping label with which to send the phone in. In return you’ll get a Walmart eGift card.
Could be a good choice if you like to shop at Walmart, but don’t expect to get a large offer for your phone, especially if it’s an older one.
The Good: Walmart does it all for you.
The Bad: Payment is limited to Walmart gift card.
15. BestBuy
With the Best Buy Trade-in Program you can get a Best Buy gift card for your used cell phone if you trade it in.
The main difference I could find between the Best Buy trade-in program and some of the others is that there are a few items Best Buy will only let you trade if you purchased the item at Best Buy and still have the receipt.
This rule seems to apply to local restrictions in some states/cities and not to Best Buy as a whole, according to their website.
The Good: Very fast and easy and great for BestBuy shoppers.
The Bad: Some phones will only be accepted if they were purchased at BestBuy and you have the receipt.
16. Target Trade-In Program
Target’s trade-in program works similarly to Walmart’s. You search your device on their website to get an offer. After you accept the offer you send it to them via a prepaid shipping label.
After they receive and assess your device, you’re sent a Target gift card for the agreed-upon amount – provided the phone is in the shape you said it was. Then you’re off to shop!
Again, this could be a good choice if you shop at Target frequently, but if you want actual cash for your phone you’ll want to choose another option.
The Good: Very fast and easy and great for Target shoppers.
The Bad: You’re limited to a Target gift card instead of a cash.
17. Gamestop
Gamestop also accepts cell phones for trade-in through their trade-in program. One different thing about Gamestop is that they’ll give you an option of either taking store credit or a cash payout.
Keep in mind you will receive more for your phone if you choose store credit than you would if you chose a cash payout.
The Good: Great for Gamestop shoppers and they also offer cash payout.
The Bad: You may not get as much for your phone as if you sold it private party.
18. Facebook Buy and Sell Groups
You could try Facebook to sell your used cell phone. There are buy and sell groups that specifically promote cell phone sales, or you could just try and sell yours on a buy and sell group in your area, which would probably be the easiest route.
The nice thing about Facebook is you won’t pay any listing or sale fees, and you have the potential to reach a larger audience right in your local area.
The Good: Free to list your phone which results in higher profit.
The Bad: There is the hassle factor of selling your phone private party.
Other Options to Sell Used Phone
19. GizMogul
GizMogul promises “free shipping, fast payments, highest payout guaranteed” on their website. It sure wouldn’t hurt to at least get a quote from them for your device with those kinds of promises.
Like most companies they’ll send you a free shipping label, and they pay via PayPal (or they’ll send you a check) once they’ve verified the condition of your phone.
The Good: They promise highest payouts if you sell to them.
The Bad: Nothing that stands out to us.
20. YouRenew
YouRenew will buy your old cell phone and other electronic items as well. Simply search your device, get the offer, accept the offer, ship your item (they’ll give you a free shipping label from UPS), and they’ll pay you once they evaluate your phone.
From what I could tell, YouRenew pays only via check, however. This could leave you having to wait for your money via snail mail time.
The Good: They will also buy back old electronics in addition to your phone.
The Bad: They only payout via check.
21. uSell
uSell has paid out over $46 million to people who’ve sent in their used cell phones to their company. Apparently they’re doing something right.
One cool thing about uSell is that they’ll send you an entire free shipping kit – box included – if you sell your phone to them.
And they’ll pay via check or via PayPal, which means you can get your money faster.
The Good: They have an incredible track record and have been around a while.
The Bad: Nothing that stands out to us.
22. Buy Back World
Buy Back World will also send you a free shipping kit if you choose to sell your used cell phone to them.
They pay in a number of different ways:
Paypal
Direct deposit to your bank account
Prepaid debit card
Gift card for Buy Back World
If you choose to take the gift card for Buy Back World, they’ll add an extra 5% onto your offer price.
The Good: You can get an additional 5% if you take the gift card and they have direct deposit to your checking account.
The Bad: Not as quick as some of the other sites from what we can see.
23. Green Buyback
Green Buyback promises to process your used cell phone payment faster than anyone else in the industry. If you’re looking for money super fast, this could be the way to go.
Their process is the same as most other companies: choose your phone, get your quote, ship it, have it assessed and get your cash.
The Good: Promises to be the fastest process against their competitors.
The Bad: Nothing that stands out to us.
24. ItsWorthMore
ItsWorthMore buys many models of cell phones, and other electronic items as well. After you accept your quote they’ll send you a free shipping label, and they’ll pay you via PayPal or check.
They promise to pay within 72 hours of receiving your phone or other electronic item.
The Good: Promises to be the fastest process against their competitors.
The Bad: You will have to wait up to 72 hours for payment.
Other Places Worth Mentioning
25. Itemcycle.com
Itemcycle only buys used Apple and Mac products, so if you have a used iPhone you want to sell you could potentially check out these guys.
They’ll send you a free prepaid shipping label (sounds like you’ll have to find your own box) and will pay via PayPal or via a check.
The Good: They will payout via PayPal or check.
The Bad: They only buy Apple and Mac products.
26. iPhone Antidote
iPhone Antidote, you can probably guess, only buys used iPhones. Why? Probably because they generally sell for more on the used market.
They’ll send you a prepaid shipping kit like uSell does, with a box included. They pay via a check or via PayPal, and they promise not to lower the offer price for your phone provided you’ve chosen the correct model and condition.
The Good: You can get paid out via PayPal or a check in the mail.
The Bad: They only buy back used iPhones.
27. Your Wireless Carrier
One place to check to sell your used phone is directly with your Wireless carrier. Although not all wireless carriers will buy back your phone, many will. Here is a list of some wireless carriers that may consider buying back your used phone:
AT&T
Verizon
T-Mobile
Check directly with your carrier for more information on selling your used cell phone to them.
The Good: You already know and trust your own carrier.
The Bad: Not all carriers with buyback your old phones.
The Takeaway
Many of us have old cell phones collecting dust in drawers or merely acting as paper weights. However, as you can see there are plenty of options for generating a little extra spending money with very little effort on your part.
The general rule of thumb is this: If you’re looking to get the most money for your old phone, you’re going to want to sell your phone for free on sites like Craigslist or Facebook. There of course is a little more hassle this route, but the more hassle usually results in the bigger payoff.
But, if you’re looking to simply get rid of the phone fast, I would recommend choosing one of the sites listed above that does all the groundwork for you. Not sure which site is going to be the best option? Then I would choose based on how they compensate you or what they compensate you with (cash, Paypal, gift card, store credit, etc.)
Lastly, don’t forget to clear your personal information out of your old phone.
Have you sold your old cell phones to any of these companies? If so, we’d love to hear about your experience.
Simply drop a comment below and tell us about your experience (good or bad) with selling your old phone.
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darcyfarber · 5 years
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Best Places Locally and Online to Sell Your Old Phones
What should you do with that old cell phone you have when you upgrade to a newer one? Don’t discount its value before you check out what you might be able to get by selling it.
Depending on the type and model of phone you have to sell, and the condition it’s in, you might be able to get more than you thought you would.
There are several sites that will allow you to sell used cell phones, either directly to the company, or to a private party or company as a third party buyer.
Here are the details on some of the most popular places you can sell your used cell phones.
Table of Contents
Best Places to Sell Phones Online
1. BuybackBoss
2. Deculttr
3. Amazon & Amazon Trade-In Program
4. Gazelle
5. eBay
6. Gadget Gobbler
7. Nextworth
8. Wirefly
9. SellBroke
10. Gadget Salvation
11. MaxBack
Best Places to Sell Phones Near You
12. EcoATM
13. Craigslist
14. Walmart Trade-In Program
15. BestBuy
16. Target Trade-In Program
17. Gamestop
18. Facebook Buy and Sell Groups
Other Options to Sell Used Phone
19. GizMogul
20. YouRenew
21. uSell
22. Buy Back World
23. Green Buyback
24. ItsWorthMore
Other Places Worth Mentioning
25. Itemcycle.com
26. iPhone Antidote
27. Your Wireless Carrier
The Takeaway
Best Places to Sell Phones Online
To start, the best places to sell phones is going to be online. There are a ton of great places to choose from, but if you want to make this quick and simple; we recommend BuybackBoss to start.
1. BuybackBoss
BuybackBoss is our first choice when it comes to selling your old phone online. For starters, they guarantee to give you the highest price for your device. They also have a Trustpilot rating of 9.6 out 10.
If you find somewhere online that offers you a better price, you can simply send them an email (explanation on their website) with a link to the higher offer. Once they see the better offer, they will update your offer to beat their competitors and notify you once it’s ready to go.
They have three simple steps when it comes to selling your old phone.
First you will head over to their site and get a quote in 30 seconds or less. Next, you will ship your used phone for free and even track your shipment as well. Once your item is shipped, you get the choice of getting paid via check or through PayPal.
With a high Trustpilot rating and the guarantee that they will be the best price, it’s obvious why we started with BuybackBoss.
2. Deculttr
Decluttr is a close second choice when it comes to selling your old phone. They have paid out over $300 million to over 6 million people and have Trustpilot rating of 8.9 out of 10.
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Very similar to BuybackBoss, but they do have an updated app and offer two more payment options beyond PayPal and check. They can pay via direct deposit or even a donation to a charity.
Decluttr has definitely been one of the pioneers when it comes to selling your old phone, however they don’t guarantee the highest price which is why we put them at #2.
3. Amazon & Amazon Trade-In Program
With Amazon you can sell your phone two different ways. You can use Amazon’s Trade-In program and get an Amazon gift card for your phone, or you can sell your phone directly on the site and get cash from a third party buyer.
If you’re okay with having an Amazon Gift Card for your phone instead of cash, the trade-in program could be the way to go, although you may not get as much money for your phone since Amazon will still need to make a profit by reselling it.
When I checked my old Moto G phone on Amazon’s trade-in site, they were paying “up to” $6.80 for similar trade in models.
However, when I searched “used Moto G phones” on the traditional Amazon shopping site, I found I would pay between $30 and $60 for a used one. Even after listing and selling fees you’ll likely get more money selling your phone to a third party when you use Amazon.
The Good: Large audience and everyone uses an Amazon Gift Card.
The Bad: You may not get as much for your old phone.
4. Gazelle
Gazelle buys old cell phones directly from private party sellers for the purpose of reselling them. It’s easy to sell through Gazelle – no waiting for someone to take your offer or meeting up with them.
You just hit the “sell” button on the site, enter your phone make and model and they’ll give you an offer price. After you accept their offer price, Gazelle will send you a free shipping label and then pay you via an Amazon gift card, via PayPal or they’ll send you a check.
Also, keep in mind Gazelle does not buy all phone models nor do they buy phones tied to all carriers. You’ll have to check their site for specific info on which types of phones they buy.
The Good: Extremely quick, completely free to sell and multiple options for payout.
The Bad: Not all phone models will be bought back from you.
5. eBay
You probably already know at least a little bit about how eBay works. A few notes about selling your used cell phone on eBay:
Be sure to include a buffer for listing and selling fees in as you price your phone
Use other similar sold phones and listings when determining a phone price point
Decide ahead of time whether or not you’ll offer free shipping (it often makes an attractive lure for potential buyers) and then consider that cost as you choose your listing price as well
The Good: Large audience and opportunity to sell back to the retailer for higher profit.
The Bad: Communicating with potential buyers, creating your listing and then shipping your item.
6. Gadget Gobbler
Gadget Gobbler works similarly to sites like Gazelle: you get a quote for your phone, get a free shipping label once you’ve accepted their offer, and get paid from them after you send in your phone and they examine it.
One difference between Gadget Gobbler and Gazelle is that Gadget Gobbler pays via PayPal or a check only – no Amazon gift card option available. But personally, I’d prefer cash anyway. 🙂
Again, remember when you’re selling to companies that plan on reselling your phone for a profit that you’ll probably get less for the phone, although the process is super easy and streamlined compared to trying to sell it to a private party.
The Good: Payout is via a check or PayPal and a very simple selling process.
The Bad: You may not get as much for your phone.
7. Nextworth
Nextworth will also make an offer for your phone and send you a prepaid shipping label. After you accept their offer and ship your phone, they’ll pay you in the form of a PayPal deposit or they’ll mail you a check.
One thing to note about many of the companies that buy back your phone directly is they will analyze your phone once they receive it to be sure it matches the condition you said it was in when you got your offer.
If your phone is in worse condition than you stated, you may get less than originally agreed upon. Nextworth has a cool feature in that they’ll forgive any price differences (i.e. if the phone is worth less than what you were initially offered due to it being in worse condition) up to $10 and pay you as promised anyway.
That’s a feature you won’t find very often with other companies.
The Good: They send prepaid shipping label and payment via PayPal or check.
The Bad: You may get less than what you had originally agreed upon.
8. Wirefly
Wirefly is a cell phone and cell phone service retailer that pays you cash when you send in your used cell phone.
As with most companies, you need to state the condition of your phone and then send it in to be evaluated. Once they determine it’s in the condition you stated it is, they’ll pay you cash via Paypal, or you have a few other options as well.
The Good: Multiple forms of payment including cash.
The Bad: Not as fast as other selling sites.
9. SellBroke
SellBroke will buy your used cell phones (and other electronic items) even if they no longer work. As with most companies, you need to enter the description of your item with them, and they’ll give you a quote.
Once you’ve accepted their offer they’ll send you a prepaid shipping label and you can send in your item for evaluation.
Payment is made via PayPal or by check – whichever you prefer.
The Good: They may also buyback other used electronics from you as well.
The Bad: You may not get as much for your used electronics as you could elsewhere.
10. Gadget Salvation
Gadget Salvation works the same as many other companies: get a quote for your phone, a free shipping label if you agree to the quote, and they’ll pay you after they receive and assess your device.
These guys will pay you via PayPal, Venmo or Chase QuickPay.
The Good: If you find a better price for your phone from a qualifying competitor, Gadget Salvation will pay you that price plus 5% more.
The Bad: You may not get as much as you could private party.
11. MaxBack
MaxBack will quote you for your cell phone and send you a prepaid shipping label like the others. However, they offer one important difference: they’ll guarantee your quote for up to 30 days.
Prices in the world of used electronics change rapidly, so this could be a great incentive to use MaxBack as opposed to a company that won’t give a 30-day guarantee.
Remember though that all quotes are subject to verification of the phone’s condition as stated when the quote was given. MaxBack will pay you via PayPal or they’ll send you a check.
The Good: They will guarantee your quote for up to 30 days and multiple ways to get paid out.
The Bad: The cost of the convenience with MaxBack may eat into your profit.
Best Places to Sell Phones Near You
I’m sharing a variety of different avenues here for selling your old cell phone. Each works a bit differently so be sure to read the fine print so you know what you’re required to give – and how much money you’ll get – when you sell your phone.
Although we believe the best place to sell phones is always going to be online, some of you are still a little old school. If you don’t mind taking a drive to a storefront or kiosk, here are some of the best places you sell your phones near you.
12. EcoATM
EcoATM has kiosks across the country where you can deposit your old cell phone, have evaluated and get cash on the spot.
There are over 2,700 EcoATM kiosks across the country, according to the company’s website. EcoATM also takes steps to help ensure a phone can’t be stolen and deposited into a kiosk.
You need to submit a valid state ID if you’re going to deposit a phone into an EcoATM kiosk, and they will also take steps to prevent misuse of the information on your old phone as well.
This could be a good option if you want cash fast.  Also, if you decide you don’t want to accept their price, they’ll give you your phone back.
The Good: The fastest way to get cash for used phone if kiosk near you.
The Bad: You probably won’t be getting top dollar for your used phone.
13. Craigslist
Craigslist (or similar sites) are also popular venues for selling your used cell phone. You can probably get more for your phone if you sell it on Craigslist than you would by selling to a vendor – provided you are selling directly to a private party that wants to keep the phone for themselves.
Some private parties on Craigslist do buy used cell phones for the purpose of reselling them, which could potentially reduce your profit. However if you sell to someone wishing to keep and use the phone, you will likely get more money.
Search other similar listings on Craigslist to give you an idea of how much you should ask for your phone, and have a bottom-line dollar amount you’ll accept before you post your listing so that you’ll be prepared to haggle.
The Good: You will likely get the most money using Craigslist.
The Bad: The hassle factor of meeting up to sell your item is higher.
14. Walmart Trade-In Program
Like Amazon and others, Walmart will also buy your used cell phone, most often for the purpose of refurbishing and re-selling it.
After they make you an offer – and you accept their offer – they’ll send you a free shipping label with which to send the phone in. In return you’ll get a Walmart eGift card.
Could be a good choice if you like to shop at Walmart, but don’t expect to get a large offer for your phone, especially if it’s an older one.
The Good: Walmart does it all for you.
The Bad: Payment is limited to Walmart gift card.
15. BestBuy
With the Best Buy Trade-in Program you can get a Best Buy gift card for your used cell phone if you trade it in.
The main difference I could find between the Best Buy trade-in program and some of the others is that there are a few items Best Buy will only let you trade if you purchased the item at Best Buy and still have the receipt.
This rule seems to apply to local restrictions in some states/cities and not to Best Buy as a whole, according to their website.
The Good: Very fast and easy and great for BestBuy shoppers.
The Bad: Some phones will only be accepted if they were purchased at BestBuy and you have the receipt.
16. Target Trade-In Program
Target’s trade-in program works similarly to Walmart’s. You search your device on their website to get an offer. After you accept the offer you send it to them via a prepaid shipping label.
After they receive and assess your device, you’re sent a Target gift card for the agreed-upon amount – provided the phone is in the shape you said it was. Then you’re off to shop!
Again, this could be a good choice if you shop at Target frequently, but if you want actual cash for your phone you’ll want to choose another option.
The Good: Very fast and easy and great for Target shoppers.
The Bad: You’re limited to a Target gift card instead of a cash.
17. Gamestop
Gamestop also accepts cell phones for trade-in through their trade-in program. One different thing about Gamestop is that they’ll give you an option of either taking store credit or a cash payout.
Keep in mind you will receive more for your phone if you choose store credit than you would if you chose a cash payout.
The Good: Great for Gamestop shoppers and they also offer cash payout.
The Bad: You may not get as much for your phone as if you sold it private party.
18. Facebook Buy and Sell Groups
You could try Facebook to sell your used cell phone. There are buy and sell groups that specifically promote cell phone sales, or you could just try and sell yours on a buy and sell group in your area, which would probably be the easiest route.
The nice thing about Facebook is you won’t pay any listing or sale fees, and you have the potential to reach a larger audience right in your local area.
The Good: Free to list your phone which results in higher profit.
The Bad: There is the hassle factor of selling your phone private party.
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19. GizMogul
GizMogul promises “free shipping, fast payments, highest payout guaranteed” on their website. It sure wouldn’t hurt to at least get a quote from them for your device with those kinds of promises.
Like most companies they’ll send you a free shipping label, and they pay via PayPal (or they’ll send you a check) once they’ve verified the condition of your phone.
The Good: They promise highest payouts if you sell to them.
The Bad: Nothing that stands out to us.
20. YouRenew
YouRenew will buy your old cell phone and other electronic items as well. Simply search your device, get the offer, accept the offer, ship your item (they’ll give you a free shipping label from UPS), and they’ll pay you once they evaluate your phone.
From what I could tell, YouRenew pays only via check, however. This could leave you having to wait for your money via snail mail time.
The Good: They will also buy back old electronics in addition to your phone.
The Bad: They only payout via check.
21. uSell
uSell has paid out over $46 million to people who’ve sent in their used cell phones to their company. Apparently they’re doing something right.
One cool thing about uSell is that they’ll send you an entire free shipping kit – box included – if you sell your phone to them.
And they’ll pay via check or via PayPal, which means you can get your money faster.
The Good: They have an incredible track record and have been around a while.
The Bad: Nothing that stands out to us.
22. Buy Back World
Buy Back World will also send you a free shipping kit if you choose to sell your used cell phone to them.
They pay in a number of different ways:
Paypal
Direct deposit to your bank account
Prepaid debit card
Gift card for Buy Back World
If you choose to take the gift card for Buy Back World, they’ll add an extra 5% onto your offer price.
The Good: You can get an additional 5% if you take the gift card and they have direct deposit to your checking account.
The Bad: Not as quick as some of the other sites from what we can see.
23. Green Buyback
Green Buyback promises to process your used cell phone payment faster than anyone else in the industry. If you’re looking for money super fast, this could be the way to go.
Their process is the same as most other companies: choose your phone, get your quote, ship it, have it assessed and get your cash.
The Good: Promises to be the fastest process against their competitors.
The Bad: Nothing that stands out to us.
24. ItsWorthMore
ItsWorthMore buys many models of cell phones, and other electronic items as well. After you accept your quote they’ll send you a free shipping label, and they’ll pay you via PayPal or check.
They promise to pay within 72 hours of receiving your phone or other electronic item.
The Good: Promises to be the fastest process against their competitors.
The Bad: You will have to wait up to 72 hours for payment.
Other Places Worth Mentioning
25. Itemcycle.com
Itemcycle only buys used Apple and Mac products, so if you have a used iPhone you want to sell you could potentially check out these guys.
They’ll send you a free prepaid shipping label (sounds like you’ll have to find your own box) and will pay via PayPal or via a check.
The Good: They will payout via PayPal or check.
The Bad: They only buy Apple and Mac products.
26. iPhone Antidote
iPhone Antidote, you can probably guess, only buys used iPhones. Why? Probably because they generally sell for more on the used market.
They’ll send you a prepaid shipping kit like uSell does, with a box included. They pay via a check or via PayPal, and they promise not to lower the offer price for your phone provided you’ve chosen the correct model and condition.
The Good: You can get paid out via PayPal or a check in the mail.
The Bad: They only buy back used iPhones.
27. Your Wireless Carrier
One place to check to sell your used phone is directly with your Wireless carrier. Although not all wireless carriers will buy back your phone, many will. Here is a list of some wireless carriers that may consider buying back your used phone:
AT&T
Verizon
T-Mobile
Check directly with your carrier for more information on selling your used cell phone to them.
The Good: You already know and trust your own carrier.
The Bad: Not all carriers with buyback your old phones.
The Takeaway
Many of us have old cell phones collecting dust in drawers or merely acting as paper weights. However, as you can see there are plenty of options for generating a little extra spending money with very little effort on your part.
The general rule of thumb is this: If you’re looking to get the most money for your old phone, you’re going to want to sell your phone for free on sites like Craigslist or Facebook. There of course is a little more hassle this route, but the more hassle usually results in the bigger payoff.
But, if you’re looking to simply get rid of the phone fast, I would recommend choosing one of the sites listed above that does all the groundwork for you. Not sure which site is going to be the best option? Then I would choose based on how they compensate you or what they compensate you with (cash, Paypal, gift card, store credit, etc.)
Lastly, don’t forget to clear your personal information out of your old phone.
Have you sold your old cell phones to any of these companies? If so, we’d love to hear about your experience.
Simply drop a comment below and tell us about your experience (good or bad) with selling your old phone.
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Overwhelming expenses: Please help!
So, some of you folks may know some details about my life situation over the past…well, few years really, but the last year in particular.  Without getting too into it, I’ve been through some pretty significant financial hardship as a result of recurring health problems, being unable to work full-time while dealing with said health problems, and the mountain of debt still bearing down on me from the several years I had no health insurance, among other things.  I’ve managed to barely scrape by and keep myself afloat until I had landed a new job, which I started back in May.  The problem is, I was already pretty damn close to rock bottom again as it was, and the financial recovery is very slow-going.  Most of my paychecks are getting diverted directly into a number of overdue bills that I can’t ignore, and my main checking account still has a few hundred dollars worth of overdrafts which has forced me to deposit my paychecks into a MoneyNetwork account (which then makes accessing my funds a bit of a hassle and subject to extra fees).  There were a number of expenses piling up I was able to put off while I wasn’t working, because I wasn’t working, but now that I have a job to do every workday there are some expenses that I can’t really keep ignoring.  Here’s a short list of some things I NEED sooner rather than later:
Boots: Currently, the only pair of work footwear I own is a pair of boots that are now filled with holes and leak with only the slightest bit of water, I desperately need a new pair.
Slacks: I have two pairs of work slacks.  That’s two, total.  Furthermore, they’re pretty visibly worn, and I could really use some new pairs.
Work shirts: I also have about four shirts that are acceptable to wear to work, I really need some more.
Weather wear: I have basically nothing to wear in the summer when it rains.  I have coats, which are far too thick, and hoodies, which absorb water and are still too thick for summer.  I need a raincoat and an umbrella.  I had an umbrella but it broke toward the end of last year, and I need one that can fit in my bag.  Bear in mind that most of what I do on a work day is outside.
Bike: My bike needs soooooo many things fixed.  I rely on that bike for transportation quite a bit and being able to take it to work does a lot for my general productivity.  Last year I had my driver’s license pulled because I was deemed medically unfit to drive, and that bike has been key in maintaining some semblance of mobility.  Being unable to afford to maintain it, it’s fallen into disrepair and finally became unridable about a week ago, which has made work and getting around my neighborhood significantly harder for me.  The bike needs at least one new tire, a new chain, some other parts here and there, and a general tune-up (which I have neither the parts nor knowledge for).
Transportation: I need to maintain either a hefty balance on my public transit card or at least keep it stocked with passes to get around from site to site while working.  I get reimbursed from work, but it’s usually not the full cost of an actual pay period’s worth of transit.
Car: Despite being currently unable to drive, keeping and maintaining my car is vital.  Since my roommate’s car unexpectedly died last year, it’s become his primary means of transportation, and a necessity since he commutes out of the city for work.  On top of costly regular expenses (payments, insurance) the car needs several repairs which, much like my bike, I’ve been unable to afford.
Food: I’m not the only one in my apartment hitting financial roadblocks.  Money has become tight in general around the household, we recently had to cancel our subscription to Soylent and when we run out in a couple weeks, it will be on me to keep them stocked again.  Soylent has become an integral part of my daily routine, having one for my lunch every day has done a lot of good for me, and overall the cost generally comes out to under $3 per meal.  They still have to be ordered in bulk however, and this new expense was sprung on me a few days ago so I’m very anxious about trying to budget for it on top of everything else.  Furthemore, now that I’ve started working, there’s an expectation of me to contribute to the household’s grocery costs when I have almost nothing as it is.
Meds: The bulk of my healthcare is covered under my employee benefits, and prior to that under Illinois’ Medicaid.  That said, sometimes I still run into copays on my prescriptions that I can’t really afford, which has made things tricky at times.
Surprise expenses: When I first drafted this post, my bike, despite not being in the greatest shape, was still usable.  When I started this job I had a fifth work shirt, but it tore while working my second week on the job.  Because I haven’t had and still don’t have the money to replace or fix things as they’ve stopped working, worn out, or broke, a lot of expenses I haven’t anticipated and accounted for keep cropping up and making things worse.
Bank balance: As long as my bank account remains over-drafted, not only can I not use it, I can’t open another bank account anywhere else.  The MoneyNetwork account I use comes with a lot of restrictions and makes it very hard to actually get at my money when I need it.  Unfortunately, the only real solution to this is paying off the overdrafts, which means tossing a few hundred dollars down the drain, something I won’t be able to do for at least another few paychecks as it is.
There’s more odds and ends (EG a new bike helmet, new electronics cables and chargers, the occasional Uber/Lyft, etc.) but those are the big, pressing things.  The thing is, at the rate my paychecks are getting yanked out from under me right now, I don’t know if I’m going to be able to afford a lot of these things for at least another couple months, and I’m starting to worry something could cause me to lose my job before I even get to that point.  Since I started this job, I’ve been agonizing over how to prioritize these expenses, and getting even more lost every time a new one crops up.  A lot of these expenses could affect my job performance and that’s something I can’t really afford, but at the same time I can’t afford most of these expenses right now.
Point is, I’m starting to flounder again and I really need some relief.  I don’t know what I’ll do if I lose this job, but right now it’s not churning out enough to cover all my necessary expenses.  If I can get at least some of the above stuff taken care of in short order, it will loosen my budgets substantially, I’ll be able to actually keep some money in my bank accounts following a paycheck, and I won’t be standing over the edge looking down anymore, so to speak.
The long and short of it is, I’m asking for money for some financial help.  Furthermore, as much as I’d like to assure that I’ll pay it back, I really have no idea if/when I’ll be in the kind of position to do so.  Even just knocking out a few of the above expenses would take a huge load off.
So, if you have any money you can and are willing to spare so that I can keep on the road to general recovery (both financial and health-wise), I would greatly appreciate it.  I can’t really use something like GoFundMe because of my limited access to banking, so I’m asking for donations via either Google Wallet or Venmo.  I also can’t use paypal for the moment, however if you can only use paypal and would like to donate, please please message me and I’ll see if we can figure something out.  If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.  I’m also not trying to make a huge campaign of this, I don’t want to take in any more than I reasonably need.
My Google Wallet address: [email protected] My Venmo profile: [email protected]
Thanks to everyone who at the very least read this far, I do appreciate it.  While I’m trying not to spread this around more than necessary, if you know anyone that might be willing to help, I would appreciate directing them this way if you could.
(Also, because I have a feeling this is going to get brought up, full disclosure: I was able to attend Anthrocon in Pittsburgh last weekend, but I was able to do so because a very good friend on the AC staff made it happen for me and it didn’t actually cost me anything, and him very little.  I just want to make that clear.)
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PayPal Takes Bold Steps With Partnerships, Acquisitions, Mobile Tech
PayPal dominates the online payments industry with 250+ million accounts, and is leveraging its massive scale to boost the economy and provide access to under-served populations with loans of more than $5 billion to 15,000 small businesses since 2013.
Today, PayPal moved closer towards our mission of democratizing global financial services with the announcement of 250M+ consumer and merchant active accounts. Read more about this milestone here. https://t.co/rss4wQi5Y1 pic.twitter.com/czuYDMl0Kb
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PayPal stock has gained nearly 50% in the past year as the digital payments business soars and estimates are that the total market opportunity for PayPal is worth around $110 trillion over the long term.
Dependent on partnerships, PayPal has brought Apple, Samsung, Facebook and Google into the tent, as well as Visa and Mastercard, and Wells Fargo, JPMorgan and Bank of America.
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Customer engagement is on the rise; PayPal processed a record 35.7 transactions per active account last quarter, up 9% year over year.
Venmo, acquired by PayPal in 2013, delivers nearly one-quarter of PayPal’s transaction volume and has augmented person-to-person payments, processing $14 billion worth of payments during Q2 2018.
Venmo’s built-in social media component enhances the stickiness factor and encourages repeat usage.
To that end, PayPal launched a new version of its mobile app enabling even easier sending and receiving of funds and includes advanced authentication features, 24/7 fraud monitoring and instant account notifications.
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“Seventeen percent of Venmo users have engaged in a monetized experience so far this year, and you’re seeing really noteworthy merchants like Uber, Uber Eats, GrubHub, Seamless, Eat24, Williams Sonoma, all adding dedicated Venmo buttons to their sites and apps,” said PayPal COO Bill Ready. “So we think there’s still tremendous growth left to go in those.”
Honored that @PayPal was recognized on @FortuneMagazine’s annual Change the World List. We’ll continue working to democratize access to the digital economy for consumers and businesses of all sizes around the world. https://t.co/oDKNWU45LL
— Bill Ready (@williamready) August 20, 2018
This year PayPal went on a buying spree with three acquisitions that enhance its capabilities in business payments, predictive AI for retail, and e-commerce platform disbursements.
iZettle, in PayPal’s biggest deal to date for $2.2 billion, provides tools and a payments platform for small business and is widely used in Europe and Latin America by more than 500,000 businesses. The acquisition gives PayPal a stronghold in physical retail and a strong international presence.
Jetlore, an artificial intelligence start-up, is focused on “personalized commerce experiences” through an “AI-powered prediction platform” that forecasts color choices, size, and style for each customer.
Hyperwallet, a $400 million deal, distributes payments to merchants and individuals that sell goods online and is able to disburse payments in multiple currencies in more than 200 countries.
PayPal has opened a digital gift card store in Australia, out to disrupt a $2.5 billion gift card market down under, as nearly 90% of Australians have gifted or received gift cards. The company already has digital gift card stores in the US, UK and Germany.
An expert in cash transactions, PayPal has encouraged the generosity of its huge community, with $8.5 billion donated to charity by PayPal customers and merchants in 2017.
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How I Made$6,000 in 6 months to Travel
 Money: It’s the #1 reason why people don’t travel. Whenever I tell someone of my travel plans they inevitably say “Wow, I’d love to do that, but I could never afford it.” I used to believe that too, but with a little research and some hard work, you can make your travel dreams a reality!
I planned and saved for a brief 8-day girls trip to Costa Rica. I had the travel bug bad, and I was sure that this little adventure would help get it out of my system. HOW WRONG I WAS! (Note to self- Travel begets more travel and does NOT get it out of the system!) The day I got back home, I spent 5 hours online researching for my next trip, and the budget travel obsession had begun. The goal? Get to Africa ASAP. But I didn’t want to go for 2 weeks....I wanted to go for 6 months minimum which means I needed a pretty large chunk of change.
After calculating my expenses and the expenses of my trip, I figured I needed a minimum of $6,000 to last 6 months on the road in Africa. However, I had $4,000 of medical bills to pay off-- which meant I really needed to save $10,000. 
I’d read blogs before with the most basic of advice... get rid of cable, stop buying Starbucks, move to a cheaper place, get a roommate, stop buying random crap...  a great place to start, but I was already doing all of those things.I needed more. Here’s what worked for me (and what didn’t) to help me save that extra cash.
1. Make a travel account and automatically deposit a certain amount every month. Seems pretty basic, but it helped to keep me on track. I put $600 into mine each month and refused to touch it. 
2. Sell things. Craigslist became a good friend of mine. Someone had moved and given me their old tv. I sold it. 
3. Gather the money that is already yours. Now this isn’t exactly making money.... but I found I had money spread around various apps and websites. I just needed to deposit it into my account. Venmo - Don’t let large amounts hang out there on Venmo. Put that money into your travel fund! Online sales - maybe you used to have an Etsy shop or some other product. I recorded an EP last year and found I still had $60 online from selling it on iTunes. I made about $15 online from completing surveys... I just needed to create a Paypal account which I hesitated to do. I finally sat down and made the account and boom, there was $15 extra bucks. A friend owed me $35 for something, I asked her for it. My roommate owed me $200, she paid it. I’m not talking about getting petty and bugging your friends for the $5 they owe you...But if you had an agreement that someone was going to pay you back, don’t be shy to ask nicely.
4. Babysit - This one’s a little easier for girls. I put up a profile on Care.com and got 2 amazing families that both paid me $15 an hour to watch their kids. I only made about $150/month from this, but you can rake in big money if you do it a lot or live in an affluent area. My bff lives in Atlanta and has made more than $1K in a weekend to watch one teenager....insane! But the opportunities are out there.
5. Sell your Gift Cards. I used Raise.com which has horrible reviews, but I had no complaints. I put 3 old gift cards online and all 3 sold within 24 hours, earning me about $65 bucks. 
6. Here are some things that didn’t work for me, but that could be very successful:
7. Poshmark - I tried selling my clothes on there and got no bites... Probably because all my clothes are less than $10 from the Target clearance rack, but whatever. If you have nice clothes, I’ve heard that people make great money here!
8. Shipt - This is the Uber of groceries! People pay you to grocery shop for them. The only sketchy part is if they ask you to put the groceries in their fridge for them rather than leave them at the door, but you can refuse. I applied for this, but they didn’t need any delivery people in my area. 
9. Upwork - People use this website to post jobs they need done. Most of them are online, I never found this to be worth my time or did not have the skills needed. I’m keeping it in mind for the future, but it has not been useful yet. Other sites like this include Fiverr, Amazon Mechanical Turk, Google ___,.
9.  If you’re a guy - Drive for Uber, cut lawns, fix/build stuff. Girls can of course do these things as well - if that’s you, go for it! I wanted to Uber so bad, but was told repeatedly that it was a bad idea as a single girl. If you can build tables out of pallets - sell those bad boys on Craigslist!! Or Etsy! Just don’t price them too high. The point is to make extra cash, not to become the leading builder of craft hipster pallet tables.
10. Sell books on Amazon - Are you a bookworm? Do you know a bookworm? I didn’t do this for this trip, but for my first trip to Africa I sold a ton of my dad’s old books on Amazon and made about $300! Do a little research to see which titles you can actually make bank on. Some you’ll only sell for a penny (not worth it). For me, if I could sell it for more than $3 it was worth it. Multiply that by 30 books and you’ve got $90 you didn’t have before!
11. Enter Sweepstakes - I entered what felt like 1,000 sweepstakes at Contest Bee and ____. I figured if I could win a trip to London, then flights from London to Africa are even cheaper. That’s half a flightI don’t have to pay for. I never won, but it was worth a shot!
12. Don’t forget to look at receipts! Walgreens does one every month. Someone wins 1,000 every month! I do these right away at red lights (sorry officer.) Tijauna Flats recently had a promotion where if you fill out the survey, you get a free taco and chips with the purchase of a drink. I must’ve done it 12 times and gotten entire meals for $2. 
13. Enter contests. Do you have a special skill? Writing, photography, graphic design? Along with sweepstakes
13. Tell people your need. I’m actually horrible at this, but I hear it works. Don’t be whiny, pushy, self-pitying, etc. But let people know what you are working toward, share your passion for what’s ahead and if it’s appropriate, ask if they have anything you can sell, gift cards they’d donate to you (for you to sell), a chore they need done, etc. 
Bottom Line: You reap what you sow. Put yourself out there in 100 different ways and you’re bound to get something back. 
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