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What are you going to do with all of the clothes your kids have outgrown or the video games they don’t play anymore? How about exchanging them for things you can actually use? The trouble with trading, of course, is that you have to find someone who has something you want who also needs what you are trying to get rid of. There are bartering sites that make things a little easier, but Listia takes bartering to a whole new level with its auction-style listings.

Getting started on Listia is easy. Just sign up (use my link to get 100 extra bonus points—hint, hint!) and you will get some free points so you can start bidding right away. I was able to win two free outfits for my son (with free shipping too) just from the points I got for joining.

When you list items on Listia, you can decide whether to charge for shipping or not. Here’s a clue: you will get a lot more points if you pay for the shipping when you give away your stuff. Just make sure you have a good idea of how much the shipping will cost before you decide whether you can cover it.

The number of credits you get for your items depends on how desirable they are. If a lot of people bid on your stuff, the price will probably go higher than if very few people are interested. Try to describe your items well because the more words you use in describing them, the more likely they are to come up when someone searches for something. In addition to getting points when you give your stuff away, you can also get bonus points for referrals and you get a few points here and there for your activity on the site.

I have only been a member of Listia for a few days, but I have earned quite a few credits by listing reward codes from Coke caps and diaper packages, and I am using them to bid on clothes and other items my kids need. Listia is making it easier for our family to get through some tough times, and it can do the same for you. Sign up and give it a try!