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Spring clean: Turning clutter into cash
07 March 2024
AS THE spring months roll around, Brits will be looking to declutter and clean their homes, as more than nine in 10 (93%) say they participate in a spring clean every year

If you're clearing out unwanted items and it feels wasteful to throw them out, Amrit Chatha, mobile expert at Mobiles.co.uk has revealed how you can use your phone to generate cash from your undesired belongings.
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For tech: Shpock and Mobiles.co.uk
“You can get good money for unwanted gadgets, so don’t rush to throw out the old consoles and phones you don't use. You can sell anything from laptops, to headphones, to games consoles on sites such as eBay, but you can also try out apps like Shpock, which is designed as a second-hand marketplace.
“Alternatively, phone retailers such as Mobiles.co.uk make it quick and easy to trade in smartphones for cash online, or you can also trade in exchange for tech items you do need. Gadgets are likely to make you a lot of money so try to sell them while they are in good condition.”
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For clothes: Vinted and Depop
“Selling clothes online has become popular over recent years, so if your decluttering jumpers or jeans that aren't your style, turning them into quick cash will be a breeze. Vinted and Depop are useful resale sites, with easy-to-use apps so you can sell from the convenience of your smartphone. Snap a picture, set a price and wait for a buyer to shop their dream item from your wardrobe.”
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For homeware: Facebook Marketplace and Preloved
“Facebook Marketplace has become a prime location for selling unwanted furniture and homeware items, and most people already have an account for the social media platform, making it an easy place to set up your shop.
“If Facebook isn’t you’re thing, Preloved is another alternative app which allows you to sell a wide range of items ranging from clothing, household goods and furniture. The best part is you can control everything from the ease of the app, and buyers are typically expected to pick items up, reducing shipping costs.”
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For toys: Toy Trader
“If you’re running out of space for your children’s toys and are going through a thorough declutter, putting them up for sale can be a great way to get rid of them without having to throw them away, especially if they’re in a good condition.
“Toy Trader is a great option for selling unwanted toys, with the option to buy, sell and trade with in-app coins. The app is designed by parents and offers a great solution, so you don’t have to spend money on new toys as you can trade in your old toys for new ones, once your little one has outgrown them. This means you can recycle old toys which may have been pushed to the back and find them a better home.”
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For cosmetics: Karrot
“Makeup and toiletries can quickly end up in a stack that won’t get used before their expiry dates. If you have more than you can get through, selling unwanted cosmetics is a great way to clear some space and make some quick cash.
“Other than apps such as eBay and Vinted, Karrot is a great app which takes no fees to list your items, as well as taking absolutely no commission once you make a sale. The aim of Karrot is similar to Facebook marketplace, where it focusses on selling within local communities.”
“Selling unwanted items online has come a long way and has never been easier. Using your smartphone to do this makes the process hassle-free, saves time and allows you to reach people at any time or place, whether at work or home.”
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