How much does it cost to run an ad on Craigslist?
What Does the Cost to Post on Craigslist Include? The $10 to $75 fee covers the cost to post to the site, but nothing additional.
Why is Craigslist charging for ads now?
Since cars are among the most frequently sold – and most expensive – items on Craigslist, it makes sense to charge a nominal fee to offset costs. That might be because dealers are already paying a fee to list their cars on Craigslist, so this new rule may curtail that annoying behavior.
Is it better to sell on Craigslist or Facebook?
Facebook Marketplace has a number of key advantages that make it easier, faster and more trustworthy than Craigslist. Marketplace was the app I turned to most when I needed to sell junk that still had value during my recent move.
Should I give my phone number on Craigslist?
Case in point, when you’re placing an ad or responding to an ad, avoid using your personal phone number to communicate with buyers or sellers. Otherwise you’re asking to be bombarded by a number of unwanted spam and scam calls.
Is it safe to buy on Craigslist?
Craigslist is meant for locals to set up face-to-face transactions. If someone doesn’t live in your area or refuses to meet in person, you probably should look elsewhere. Craigslist says this helps you avoid 99 percent of scams. Learn more ways to stay safe when buying and selling on Craigslist.
What is the safest form of payment?
cashier’s check
Do I need to pay tax if I sell my car?
When you sell a car for more than it is worth, you do have to pay taxes. Selling a car for more than you have invested in it is considered a capital gain. Thus, you have to pay capital gains tax on this transaction. You do not have to pay this tax until you file your tax return for the year.
Is it better to gift a car or sell for a dollar?
If you do have to pay taxes on your gifted vehicle, the state uses the vehicle’s fair market value to calculate the amount you have to pay. While some car owners consider selling the car for a dollar instead of gifting it, the DMV gift car process is the recommended, not to mention more legitimate, way to go.
Can you give someone a car for free?
If you’re feeling generous, you can give your car away for free. This happens more often than you might think, but usually for circumstances such as: A family member just received their driver’s license. You bought a new vehicle and still have your old one to deal with.
Am I responsible for a car after I sell it?
In most states, used car sales are understood to be “as is.” This means the buyer understands that if something goes wrong after the car is driven away, it’s entirely his or her responsibility. That means that, as a seller, you’re not responsible for the car after it’s sold.
Does a Bill of Sale protect the seller?
A bill of sale is a legal document that records the transfer of ownership of an asset to a second party in exchange for money. It protects both the buyer and the seller, should disagreements arise in the future.
Can I sue a private car seller?
Based on used car law, if your agreement has gone through and you fulfilled the terms of what you told the buyer, he generally may not sue you or get the money back. In most cases, a used car purchase sold between private individuals is an “as is” transaction with no warranty or guarantee implied by used car law.
Can I sue someone for selling me a bad car on Craigslist?
It depends. In the U.S. it’s said that you can sue anyone for any reason, but that is misleading. If the person you bought the car from did something fraudulent then you might have a case but if they sold it as is with no claims you probably don’t.