So we are in the midst of cleaning out loft and garage .
A lot of stuff will go to charity shops but there are a few good items that could be worth a bob or two.
So for example there was a nearly new bike (belonging to The Man's son ). He had ' stored' it with us some time ago and here shall it remain
So put it on Facebook Marketplace and the usual starts.
1st immediate response is obviously the scammer as they are pinging away within seconds.
Scammer " is it still available"
Me",yes"
Scammer " can I collect tomorrow. I am working but will organise with DPD to collect and they will give you money"
Me " goodbye" ...block them
2nd person " is it still available "
Me " yes"
2nd person " can I offer you xxx amount of pounds"
Me " no - the price is non negotiatable "
2nd person " where do you live "
Me " the region is in the advert , I will only provide address once the sale has been agreed , and that will only be a postcode initially and once you are here I will let you know the number of my property"
2nd person " your area is quite far from me so will cost me quite a bit to get to you "
Me " goodbye.." block person
3rd person " is it still available"
Me " yes"
3rd person " I can collect today if you knock £10 off the price "
Me " it doesn't matter to me when it goes the price is as stated
3rd person " but I am only prepared to spend the money I offered "
Me " goodbye " block person
4th person " ring me this is my number"
Me block person
5th person " Is it still available"
Me " yes"
5th person " thats great , I am fairly local can be with you in 45 mins if that is convenient and will bring the cash as requested"
Me" this is my postcode"
Bloke came , looked over bike , handed over cash and went
