Until recently, I’d never used Facebook Marketplace; it seemed like I lived in a cave, but it was new to me. I needed a printer stand, so I signed up for the marketplace site to see what was available.
Well, I found a terrific one that’s perfect for my space, and it was a genuine bargain. It appears that I visited Bloomingdale’s, and a decorator assisted me. Since then, I often browse the marketplace site, and seeing the items folks put up for sale amazes me.
It’s like looking at people’s closets, garages, and reminders of past wins and losses. A case in point is the increasing number of wedding and engagement rings, bridal attire (worn only once, please), and shoes that look pretty tired out. Yet, the shoes are always offered as “new in the box” despite clear evidence that they are ready for the trash.
It’s fascinating to see the range of goods (and services) offered on the site. For example, just today, I saw a “nearly new” RV that looked like a home on wheels offered at $142,000. A few clicks later, I saw a 2004 SUV for $1,000, and the seller posted this comment: “Actually, the photos make the car look better than it is.” I like that guy.
The site is addictive. It’s like watching QVC beaming from a garage sale. Please don’t think I’m critical of the site: I sold a car on Marketplace in 3 days to a family whose daughter is beginning college, and it was her first car. She was thrilled, and so was I.
Are we there yet? 