There are many electronics that are usually upgraded over the years, such as smartphones, tablets, computers and automobiles. When it is time to upgrade to a new piece of technology, it never hurts to look into solutions that allow you to make money. Even if your tech is obsolete, it still may have value. Here are four ways to make money from old and used technology.
One option is to list your electronics, video games and other media on an online marketplace. There are plenty of well-known marketplaces that allow you to list your own products for sale, and this includes Amazon, eBay and Letgo. You can also look into options such as Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace. There is a good chance you are going to make a sale on items that are still in good condition.
Sell the Working Parts
You do not have to sell technology and media that are in good condition to make some extra cash. There is a market for working parts from various electronics, so you can always dismantle your own electronics to sell for parts. A buyer who only needs a new RAM chip, video card or hard drive is going to appreciate your older parts. Of course, you want to ensure these parts are in working condition before listing them for sale.
Trade-In with Retailers
If you are looking for a quick solution that does not require a website or marketplace, you can always look into trade-in programs with different retailers. Amazon, Apple, Target and GameStop are just a few of the well-known retailers that offer cash or gift cards for your old electronics, CDs, DVDs, and video games. This way, you do not have to worry about listing, pricing and shipping your electronics and media to customers.
List It in the Classifieds
Are you only looking to sell certain items to get them out of the way? One idea is to list them in the classified ads, which can now be done online for a quick and easy solution. For example, you can run an advertisement with the statement “Buy My Junk Car” for an automobile that no longer runs. The classifieds are also a great way to get rid of items ranging from an electric scooter or motorcycle to a video game console or DVD player.
Whether you are getting rid of smartphones and tablets or electric scooters and automobiles, you can easily turn your old and used technology into extra cash in your wallet.
Brooke Chaplan is a freelance writer and blogger. She lives and works out of her home in Los Lunas, New Mexico. She loves the outdoors and spends most of her time hiking, biking, and gardening. For more information, contact Brooke via Facebook at facebook.com/brooke.chaplan or Twitter @BrookeChaplan
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