Turning Trash Into Cash - Free Publication Outlines How to Sell Stuff You Don’t Want

ROCKVILLE, MD (PRWEB) June 30, 2005

The art of accumulation is practiced all across the United States as consumers trade their hard earned cash for the latest clothing, toys and gadgets. The unofficial American pastime of shopping has filled our homes, closets, basements and even self-storage facilities with more and more stuff. But while we all know how to acquire newer and better items, we often don’t know of the best way to sell those objects once we’re done with them.

“Not only can selling stuff we no longer need clear up much needed space in our homes, it can provide extra cash for vacations, a boost to our savings accounts or a way to raise some extra money to pay off debt,” said Steve Rhode, president of Myvesta, a nonprofit consumer education organization. “If you’re not taking the time to learn the best way to sell your extra stuff, you could be missing out on some very lucrative opportunities right under your own roof.”

According to Rhode, yard sales, one of the most popular methods of selling household items, can be a very effective way to get rid of some of your stuff while making a decent amount of money at the same time.

“Many people never take the time to properly plan, advertise and execute a yard sale and as a result they end up having a mediocre day,” Rhode said. “It’s important to think of your yard sale as a store that’s only open for one day, which means you need to present your items well and provide good customer service.”

Some yard sale tips from Rhode include:

· Place interesting items closer to the road to attract people driving by

· Make sure your items are visually appealing and group similar items together on tables

· Run an extension chord out into your yard so people can test electronic items

· When making signs to advertise your yard sale, use durable materials and drive by them to make sure they are easily visible from the road

To learn more about different methods to sell your items, read the Myvesta publication "How to Sell Stuff You Don't Want." It covers selling methods such as yard sales, flea markets, classified ads, online auctions, consignment shops and more. The publication can be downloaded for free by visiting Myvesta.org online.

Myvesta is dedicated to helping people create healthy financial lives. The organization provides a wide range of materials to inspire and inform people so that they can break down their barriers to financial and personal success. For more information visit Myvesta.org online.

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Youths Flock to Cash Free eBay Style Auction site

(PRWEB) August 25, 2005

Nearly half a million under 18s have signed up with SwapitShop the cash free eBay style auction site for under eighteens.

Trading everything from iPods to wristbands, SwapitShop is revolutionizing school holidays by relieving the boredom and financial pressure of the summer break and giving young people real economic power as they take part in the auction craze that has proved so popular with adults.

Users have to be over 18 to use eBay and other online auctions. SwapitShop has changed all this enabling youths to take part in the auction phenomenon in an environment specifically designed for them.

Young people aged from 6 to 18 sign up for free to get their own SwapitShop account and can then buy and sell everything from Playstation games to DVDs, sports kit and fashion items. Over 40,000 items are currently traded every month across ten trading zones: Book, Cards, Collectables, Gadgets, Games, Music, Movies, Sports, Style and Toys, plus special one off Auction Frenzies dedicated to specific brands and products. On the site now are Auction Frenzies for Sega games, Dungeons, PC World games and Top of the Pops magazine.

SwapitShop is safe, secure and completely free to use. Youths use their own currency called Swapits instead of cash so that no money changes hands. All items are vetted before being listed and all sold items are sent to SwapitShop to forward onto the buyer. There is no contact between users, no chatrooms, forums or message boards.

What’s more SwapitShop unlocks one of Britain’s biggest hidden resources - the fabulous fortune tied up in unused games, music and toys. With an estimated £5.9 Billion tied up in things young people no longer use!

To start trading, log on to http://www.swapitshop.com.

Andrew, age 12, and an avid trader said, “It’s wicked, my dad uses eBay and I now use SwapitShop. This week I have traded two PC games and I am saving up my Swapits to get an iPod.”

Jonathan Attwood, the founder of SwapitShop said: “The site is constantly crammed with goodies such as toys, games, books, CDs and DVDs - all up for grabs without spending a penny. As well as being loads of fun, it’s also a great chance for young people to learn the value of items and basic economic principles. It’s also a great place to spot the entrepreneurs of the future!”

For more information, please contact:

Jonathan Attwood

020 7471 2690

07703 314997

jonathan@swapitshop.com

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Free, Federally Funded Accessible Book Initiative Demonstrated by DCPS Students with Disabilities - Bookshare Student Technology Showcase

Washington, DC (PRWEB) May 16, 2011

Students with print disabilities and administrators from the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS), along with library and government officials, shared their stories and progress toward improving academic equality and lifelong learning through the use of assitive technology devices and Bookshare at the DC Public Library last week.

Students can immediately download and access books with Bookshare, an online accessible library of copyrighted content federally funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). As a result, students who were once waiting long periods of time for books to be transcribed to Braille or large print, or those who had aides reading to them, can start reading their books independently at the same time as their non-disabled peers.

DCPS is the first large urban district to undertake such a ground-breaking project promoting independence and inclusion for students with print disabilities, said Betsy Beaumon, Vice President and General Manager of Literacy Programs at Benetech, the nonprofit organization that operates Bookshare. We congratulate the District on their reform that is improving the lives of students who may fall through the cracks, and expect other districts will be inspired to follow in their example.

DCPS students demonstrated how to read accessible books and textbooks using the technologies that best accommodate their visual impairments, learning or other physical disabilities, and commented on the changes in their lives due to the technology and Bookshare:

Free Tools to Conquer Debt and Build Wealth

Portland, OR (PRWEB) September 19, 2007

Debt-to-Income.com was created by money saving expert, Richard Gorham.

In a recent interview Gorham made reference to the growing numbers of people who are finding themselves neck deep in credit card debt and personal loans, not to mention the growing amount of student loan debt. The combined monthly debt payment on the average consumer is becoming a tremendous obstacle to their prospects for meeting future savings and retirement goals.

"We have become a 'gotta have it now' society that rationalizes our poor spending habits by making the claim - I'll pay for it over time," said website founder Richard Gorham. "The fact is that people are buying more 'stuff' than ever before, and enjoying what they buy less. They cannot enjoy it fully, because they know deep down in their heart, they should have never bought it in the first place; they didn't earn it, but society keeps telling them falsely that in order to be happy they must have it all now. This is a highly destructive and misleading claim that consumers are being bombarded with from marketing and advertisements almost hourly."

In order to effectively help consumers tackle their outstanding debt, as well as identify new ways for people to create additional sources of revenue, Gorham has created an entire library of free tools and resources that anyone can quickly access at Debt-to-Income.com.

Readers can easily download free debt-related tools on subjects that include: Bankruptcy, Credit, Credit Cards, Credit Reports, Credit Scores, Debt Management and ID Thefts and Scams. In addition, Gorham provides some highly useful income generating tools that include subjects such as: Career Advancement, Increasing Income, Saving Money, Retirement Planning and Paying For College.

Gorham sees his new online resource as a tool to empower anyone who is sick and tired of being sick and tired of living a life that is filled with the fear and worries of making next month's rent or mortgage payment. He believes that anyone who is serious about making a change, and who is willing to work hard and follow a proven plan, can and will experience a brighter financial future.

In reviewing other areas of the Debt-to-Income.com website, one can quickly see how committed Gorham is to their financial well-being. Readers are immediately invited to download a free copy of the classic book, ''Prosperity: How To Attract It!'' written by Dr. Orison Swett Marden in 1922. In reviewing the wonderful little book, it's amazing how timeless the financial lessons of our past leaders are, and how those lessons continue to ring so true in today's modern society.

Probably the most exciting part of the website is where Gorham introduces the reader to over 40 case studies of real people who are currently doing remarkable things online to create new streams of revenue for their household. It's interesting to see how diverse their businesses are and how they are so passionate about their newfound financial freedom. In reviewing their stories, it appears these are truly ordinary people who are realizing extraordinary results. Their testimonials are inspiring, leading anyone to believe that he or she can also improve their financial reality.

Gorham makes the final point that it's simply not enough to just follow a budget and pay off your debt. He believes that in order to fully realize one's dreams and ambitions, you must also be seeking out that 'one thing' that excites you most - and find a way to make money at doing it.

Gorham's clear not to send the message that anyone should go out and quit their day-job right away. After all, it takes time to build any business, whether it's online or offline. However, Gorham is an advocate of spending time doing that which you love. His reason is simple, "If you love it, you won't quit. You'll be more likely to stick to it until you succeed, because your passion for something is the one thing that will keep you motivated the most when faced with the inevitable obstacles."

If you can relate to the feeling of financial fear, worry and stress, or if you're just looking for a way to increase your financial earnings, we encourage you to check out Debt-to-Income.com - this may just be the opportunity you've been looking for.

These debt reduction tips, and many others, can be found at http://www.Debt-to-Income.com , which is a new website that was created by money savings expert, Richard Gorham. Gorham is also the founder and President of http://www.Leadership-Tools.com and http://www.LeadershipAudio.com His websites are devoted to providing free and low-cost quality tools and resources for successful living.

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likeZEBRA Launches Free iPhone App for Streaming Music

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) November 08, 2011

likeZEBRA, the premiere online hub where fans and bands interact, released their official iPhone app this week. Due to a flood of requests for a mobile version of the site, likeZEBRA.com focused on creating an easy-to-use app so fans can seamlessly connect their web account with their iOS products. The likeZEBRA app can be downloaded from the app store here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/likezebra/id477239333?mt=8, and an Android version will be available soon.

Not only can music lovers enjoy their favorite new artists on likeZEBRA.com, but now these same tracks and playlists can be accessed while on the go. The app will stay synched with the playlists and preferences of a standard likeZEBRA account, so the music engagement will be endless.

Unlike other streaming music apps that only allow the user to skip to a new random song, likeZEBRA allows users to control their playlists and what is heard next. Browsing and listening to these tracks and playlists is easy and does not include any audio ads between songs. Using the likeZEBRA app is possible from any iPhone with data access.

We live in such a busy world, filled with so much noise and chaos; Its nice to have an escape in the form of music, said likeZEBRA co-founder, Jon Taggart. Users will get the same incredible music discovery experience as the full likeZEBRA site, but in the palm of their hand. Were excited to provide this new option to music lovers everywhere.

Whether at home or out on the road, likeZEBRA will be there for your music streaming needs.

Download the free likeZEBRA iPhone app here: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/likezebra/id477239333?mt=8

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