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We’re bringing local to eBay

To our Close5 Community,

eBay developed Close5 to change the way people buy & sell locally. Today, we’re excited to announce that the team behind Close5 will now lend its expertise to strengthening the local experience on eBay. This brings together the trust and service you know and expect from eBay with Close5’s experience in local buying & selling. This means that Close5 will no longer be supported as a stand-alone application and website. Therefore, Close5 will no longer be available as of November 30, 2017.

We’d like to thank our loyal Close5 users and friends who have supported us throughout these past three years. It has been a wonderful experience that would not have been possible without all of you. It is our sincerest wish that you will continue buying & selling with us on eBay. Given you’ve helped shape Close5, we hope to have your feedback, encouragement and support once more as you buy & sell locally on eBay.

What does this mean for your Close5 account?

Close5 will no longer be available as of November 30, 2017. After this date, we will no longer support access to your Close5 account. We encourage you to complete any open transactions you may have before then and start buying & selling on eBay.

For any questions or concerns regarding Close5, please reach out to [email protected].

A million thanks to you all!

The Close5 Team

Close5 NFL Game Day Parties

A few weeks back we showed you how to prepare to tailgate for football season. In this installment, we’ll show you how to use Close5 to host your own watch parties with your family and friends to cheer on your favorite teams!

Jerseys

What better way to get in the game time spirit than to wear your teams' colors proudly? Check out what we found using simple searches like “jersey,” and “football.”

Sports Equipment

Leading up to the game, and during halftime – it’s never a bad idea to toss around the pigskin while waiting for the second half.

There’s a lot of variety in the sporting goods category, so don’t be afraid to search around for other equipment as well.

Party Supplies

Every watch party needs snacks and bites and we understand you don’t want to risk ruining your fine furniture with game day messes – so check out the cheap pieces you can pick up around your neighborhood to make your party both comfortable and tasty!

If you’re having a huge party, might be a good idea to have multiple TVs as well so everyone has a good vantage point.

Helpful search terms include – “chairs” and “TVs.”

We hope this helps you as we head into a new football season making game day that much simpler and easier to enjoy by shopping locally. - The Close5 Team Share with us any tips you think we missed on Facebook or Twitter! Need Close5 help or have feedback? Email us at [email protected] anytime Close5: Buy & Sell Locally. Download Now! The information contained in this article reflects the personal opinions and recommendations of the author based on his or her own experience; you should make sure to do your own research before purchasing any item on a classifieds platform.

Tailgating Close5 Style

Football season is back, which also means it’s time to set up your tailgate for awesome Sundays with friends and family!

For the upcoming football season, look no further than Close5 to get yourself prepared for Sundays. Most of the essentials are right in your neighborhood. Take a look at what we’ve found –

Coolers

Whether you’re drinking a beer or sipping on a sweet soda – they both taste better cold. Get yourself a nice tailgate cooler –

BBQ Grills

While drinking those cold ones, get everyone salivating over the smell from the grill you picked up nearby.

Helpful search terms include “BBQ” and “grill”

Folding Chairs

You’re going to want to be comfortable while you’re waiting for the game, so sit back and relax while enjoying your food and drink leading up to kick off. A simple search like “folding chair” should do the trick! Check these out -

We hope this helps you as we head into the new football season making tailgating that much simpler and easier to enjoy by shopping locally.

- The Close5 Team Share with us any tips you think we missed on Facebook or Twitter! Need Close5 help or have feedback? Email us at [email protected] any time Close5: Buy & Sell Locally. Download Now! The information contained in this article reflects the personal opinions and recommendations of the author based on his or her own experience; you should make sure to do your own research before purchasing any item on a classifieds platform.

Close5 Summer Selections!

Summer is here and it’s time to enjoy the sunshine, take a family vacation to get away or just hang out at the beach! Close5 has you covered, no matter what the plan is. Travel

Luggage is always a pain to go shop for, but most pieces last a long time and don’t get damaged very easily.

Helpful search terms include – “luggage,” or “suitcase”

Beach

Whether you’re traveling or doing a “staycation” – hitting the beach on a beautiful day is always a great idea. It’s an even better idea to come prepared with a with a sweet setup! Check out what we found - Speakers

Because there’s nothing like listening to some tunes while watching the waves go by under the sunshine.

Search for “wireless speaker,” or “Bluetooth speaker” to find what’s available nearby.

Umbrellas

This is for an extra layer of protection after sunscreen – because sometimes you want your own spot in the shade.

A simple search like “umbrella” should do the trick!

Sunglasses

There are tons of awesome sunglasses people around you are trying to get rid of in all different styles and colors. Check these out:

Picnic

Even if you’re just planning a simple picnic, you’d be surprised to see what’s around you to make your time that much more relaxing.

Picnic bags make carrying those treats around really easy

Some even come with all the essentials!

Whatever adventure you decide to choose for summer, be sure to check Close5 first before spending a premium on items you’ll only use a few times.

Introducing the new Close5 Website!

We’re delighted to announce that we’ve given our website a makeover to give you a way to both explore and make offers directly on www.close5.com!

And that’s not all we’ve added - check out the new website features below.

Make offers on the web and in-app!

Message Center – check your messages on both desktop and in-app!

Manage your profile

Take a look to get familiar with all of the new features. We’re always looking for feedback, so let us know what else you’d like to see to make your local shopping experience as fun and easy as possible.

Need Close5 help or have feedback? Email us at [email protected] any time.

Close5: Buy & Sell Locally. Download Now!

- The Close5 Team

Happy 4th of July from Close5!

We wanted to wish everyone a happy 4th of July from all of us here at Close5!

While everyone is sure to be having some sort of celebration, we thought we’d take a look to see if we could string together some local treasures to help out with this weekend’s festivities. Take a look at what we found! For the patio

Simple searches like “patio furniture” and “outdoor furniture,” are a great start to seating everyone comfortably. Check out these items:

For the BBQ

What better way to enjoy your new patio furniture than to grill some food on a nearby BBQ?

Helpful searches to help you find the right grill are “BBQ grill,” “BBQ utensils” There’s a wide choice of grills available, check some out below:

For being Patriotic

When you’re getting the family together for the BBQ, the kids will be full of energy. Here are some things you can find on Close5 for them this weekend with simple searches like “4th of July” and “American flag” to get them excited about decorating or wearing the red, white and blue!

We hope you found this helpful while looking for ways to bring everyone a smile this weekend. Use Close5 this weekend to celebrate with those around you.

Share with us any tips you think we missed on Facebook or Twitter! Need Close5 help or have feedback? Email us at [email protected] any time.

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The information contained in this article reflects the personal opinions and recommendations of the author based on his or her own experience; you should do your own research before purchasing any item on a classifieds platform.

Happy Earth Day! Clean Living with Close5

Close5 was created with our environment & reducing waste in mind: Why purchase that item new when you’re neighbor has just what you need but isn’t using it? Re-selling used and unused items to reduce waste is great not only for your wallet but the environment. However, there’s so much more that can be done to reduce our carbon footprint:

Use Less

Buy electronics with a good energy star ratings and make sure to unplug electronics when not in use. Additionally, you may consider air-drying your clothes on a clothes-line. Even if you just air-dry a few articles of clothing, a smaller load dries faster in the dryer with less energy. Just be careful not leave darks or delicates in the sun for too long.

Choose food & products that use less packaging and consequently have a much smaller footprint from using less energy to produce that packaging. This will help reduce your amount of waste and you won’t have to take out the trash as often. Win-win!

Find more eco-friendly alternatives of transportation, such as public transit, carpooling, or go zero-emission by riding your bike or walking.

Upcycle

Some of the most unique items we see on Close5 are items that have been restored and given a totally different purpose. Have a beat-up side table that’s about ready to be tossed? Turn it into a four-poster bed for your furry friend instead! You can use Close5 to sell the items you no longer want to creative upcyclers, or purchase pre-loved items to give them new life & purpose.

Do It Yourself

A lot of energy is wasted on producing chemicals and plastic for each bottle of all-purpose cleaner on the store shelves. Instead of reaching for a new bottle, consider making your own: An old spray bottle, 1 part vinegar, 10 parts water and 2 - 3 drops of dish soap is all you need. You may even add a few drops of your favorite essential oil for a fresh clean scent (our favorite is Sweet Orange). The best part is that it’s great at degreasing, kills bacteria just as well as the store bought brands, and it’s much safer to use around children & pets.

Compost

Composting is a simple way to add nutrients to depleted soil and reduces landfill waste by diverting kitchen & yard waste. Items that can be composted include: food scraps, leaves, grass clippings, coffee grounds, tea leaves, newspaper, wood chips, dryer lint, and much more.

How are you going to reduce your carbon footprint and live with less waste this Earth day?

Close5. Buy & Sell Locally.

Top Tips for A Successful Exchange with Close5

So you’ve bought or sold an item on Close5. Congratulations! You’re now onto the fun part – getting your cash or your new item. We’ve observed our fair share of deals on Close5 and listened to our users’ feedback in order to compile this list of best practices for a stress-free meetup.

Before Meeting Up

Agree on payment Make sure you’ve agreed on the price, and method of payment, whether it’s cash, electronic payments, check, etc ahead of time.

Keep your personal information private Public profiles help you get information about the buyer or seller, while chat works just like texting – No need to give strangers your phone number, address or email.

Bring a friend to the meetup If you’re feeling uneasy about meeting a stranger, bring a friend. You’ll feel more at ease and have twice the fun!

Meet in a public place Always meet in a public space during peak hours when there are plenty of people around. Since we discourage meeting strangers at your personal residence to complete a transaction, here are some of our favorite places to meet:

Police Station – Users can meet outside a police station, and more stations now encourage this behavior by posting “Safe Selling Zone” signs outside the building. Contact your local Police Station for more info.

Coffee Shops – Big chain shops are prevalent on nearly every corner, have high traffic during business hours and outlets to test any electronics you may be purchasing.

Shopping Mall – Malls often have high traffic throughout the day, surveillance, and security guards for your comfort.

Libraries – It might sound odd, but public libraries typically have high traffic during business hours and tend to have a security guard on duty. Plus, who doesn’t love a good read?

Grocery Stores – Two for one errand! Complete your meetup and take care of your grocery shopping.

If you’re selling larger items that make a meeting in public difficult, be sure to bring your items outside before your buyer arrives. Not only will it make you both feel a bit more comfortable, but it’ll also make the transfer to their vehicle that much easier. It wouldn’t hurt to have a friend or family member with you, either. Not only can they keep you company while you wait, but they can help you move the item if necessary.

Meeting somewhere else and worried about trying out your new item? Read our blog on what to do when you can’t test an item at a meet-up.

At the Meet Up

Be punctual Time is valuable to everyone. When arranging a meeting, do your best to stay in contact with the buyer or seller and make the agreed-upon time.

Use sound reasoning If something doesn’t feel right or is too good to be true, trust your intuition.

Make sure you’re getting what you agreed upon

If you’re buying something, make sure you’ve inspected the item and it’s as described.

If you’re selling something, always ensure that any electronic payments went through by checking your PayPal, Venmo or Cash account directly, and count cash carefully.

Remember! All sales are final. Consider if you’ll be truly happy with your purchase, as once you walk away with item in-hand, that's your agreement that the item is as expected and at a fair price. If you’re not happy, consider walking away from the deal.

Hopefully, these tips & suggestions help make the buying and selling process that much easier. You'll likely discover that it's kind of fun and most people you meet are pretty cool. It just takes a few sales to get the hang of it.

Share with us any tips you think we missed on Facebook or Twitter!

Need Close5 help or have feedback? Email us at [email protected] any time

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Declutter your home, declutter your mind!

Would you believe that a whopping 37% of Americans are ashamed by the clutter in their home? Well, it’s true. A recent study found that an estimated 50% of Americans have clutter in their life, while 2% actually avoid having visitors in their home altogether because of their clutter-related issues. That’s why today we’re talking about Spring Cleaning to declutter your home and your mind!

Start Small

If you’re already feeling overwhelmed with the daunting task ahead, start with a single room, a closet, or even just that junk drawer we’re all too ashamed to admit to. Once you’ve conquered one, do your happy dance and move on to the next because you’ve got this!

Keep, Sell, Donate, Toss

With 4 boxes, create piles of items you wish to keep, sell, donate or toss as you go. How do you decide what box an item belongs in? Well, it will mostly depend on your feelings of the item, how often you use it and it’s condition. But, here are some starting points to help you on your journey to a clutter-free home.

Keep

When deciding what to keep, choose to keep only the things that spark your joy or are used frequently. If you have several keepsakes & mementos from loved ones, remember the sentimental value may not be in the item itself. If you’re storing mementos in the closet where they can’t be enjoyed daily, consider documenting the item with a nice photograph so that you can always look back at the item even after it’s gone.

Sell

Sell items that are still in great shape and have value left in them. When deciding whether to sell, ask yourself, “Is the money I would get from this sale worth my effort to sell it?” If the answer is yes, take out your smartphone, snap some photos and list it on Close5!

Donate

When it comes to donating, you should plan to donate those less valuable items that still have a bit of life in them but that you no longer use. Again, ask yourself if the time & effort to sell this item is worth the money you would get. If the answer is no, it’s time to donate it. If you don’t already have a favorite charity that like to you donate items to, do your research so you can feel good about where your items are going and how you’re helping your community. Keep in mind that you can also give away items for free on Close5!

Toss

Plan to toss the truly old items that no longer have value or much life left in them. But remember, some truly old and damaged items can still be recycled and may not be suitable to dump in the trash. Check with your local waste management provider to make sure you’re disposing of electronic waste, batteries, and hazardous waste appropriately.

We would love to hear your process for decluttering! Share your tips with us on Facebook or Twitter.

Email us at [email protected] any time for any Close5 questions or issues.

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Bring Your Own Brightness to Spring - Lamp Shade making with Close5!

Looking for a way to spruce up your living room or bed room for the Spring? Today we’re going to show you how you can create your own lamp shade covers that will dazzle the eyes and inspire your friends to pick it up as well. The best part about it – it’s super easy! This is a preview of our final product -

So without further ado,

First prepare the materials, you will need:

- Big ball of Yarn - Elmer’s Glue - An inflatable ball - Bowl for glue - Tub for holding the ball - Water (~1 water bottle worth) from your sink is fine. Helpful Hint - this can get a bit messy, we had glue all over the place and our shirts were stuck together at one point. Make sure you wear some sort of covering, maybe a plastic garbage bag to act as a poncho.

Time: Prep- 5 minutes Process- 30 minutes Post- 2 days (drying)

Step 1 Blow up your inflatable ball. Ours is 11”.

Step 2 Pour your glue into the bowl you’ve prepared.

Step 3 Add water until the mixture is neither too thick nor too thin. For Elmer’s glue it’s about …

Step 4 Draw a small circle on top smaller than the light fixture. Draw one for the bottom if you think you’ll forget.

Now that we are done prepping, let’s get our hands dirty! Step 5 Place the ball of yarn into the bowl of glue mixture and take a string of wet yarn out to begin wrapping the ball.

Step 6 Keep wrapping the ball…

Step 7 Now that we’ve finished wrapping the ball with yarn and leaving two openings (one small, one large), it’s time to pour the rest of the mixture on the ball for a little bit more hold while the ball sits on top of a tub.

Step 8 Now it’s time to let it sit on top of tub and dry for 2 whole days…

Step 9 After it’s completely dried, find the opening and deflate the balloon. If you don’t plan on keeping it, feel free to poke a small hole and let it deflate.

Step 10 Take out the deflated balloon and insert the light fixture and add the light bulb. You’re all done!

We hope you enjoy your time with this one, we sure did. This is also a great way to use Close5 as your storefront if you want to start selling these in your area. Please do send us your photos after you’ve tried – would love to see what you all come up with!

How to Build a Vinyl Record Stereo System at Home on a Budget - Part II

Amplification

In part one, we discussed audio source - in this installment, we’re going to talk about amplification. Once you have your audio source, you will need to amplify the sound. Record players produce audio at the phono level, which is much quieter than normal level. A phono pre-amp can bring it to line level, which is the level required to output sound with speakers.

There are two common ways of amplification:

A home theater receiver that has a phono preamp.

A phono preamp that’s built into the record player, or standalone as a separate unit. If you have multiple audio sources like a record player and an HDTV that’s connected to a video game system, set top box, cable receiver, etc., then a home theater receiver is your best bet. Home theater receivers have inputs for multiple different sources and many can amplify your record player, which will convert Phono to Line level (aux).

When shopping for a receiver, verify that the receiver or record player has a phono preamp. If it does not, you will need an external standalone phono preamp. The way to verify if the receiver has a phono preamp is to look for an input called “Phono.” If the receiver has one, the receiver usually has a preamp installed if there is an input for RCA cable and a spot for a ground wire.

Some effective search terms on Close5 are “receiver,” “stereo amp,” or “home stereo.”

Great questions for sellers are

· “How many inputs does the receiver have?” – You will want at least 3 or 4 for all of the audio sources you may want to connect to your stereo

· “Does the receiver have a phono input and/or pre-amp?” – If it doesn’t have a phono preamp, you will need a standalone phono preamp to operate. It may be most cost effective to move on to a receiver which has it, rather than buy a separate phono preamp.

With your receiver, you can connect all of your audio sources separately or through your TV. Everything connected by HDMI goes to your TV and your TV outputs sound via RCA or digital audio cable (toslink) to your receiver. If your TV only outputs in digital audio cable (toslink), you will need your receiver to accept that input or an external converter accessory.

Once you connect all of your audio sources to a receiver and your record player is amplified through a phono preamp, the last step is to connect speakers.

Speakers

After reviewing audio source and amplification, we’re going to cap off this series with a discussion on speakers. The key to speakers is choosing the right type of speakers and the placement. There are multiple configurations, but the easiest is a 2.1 setup. 2.1 would mean two speakers, one on each side of stereo, and a sub woofer. The most common speakers are floor standing speakers or book shelf speakers. Bookshelf speakers are good for a smaller room or apartment. Floor standing speakers are better bigger rooms.

When shopping for speakers, use search terms like “bookshelf speakers”, “floor standing speakers”, “tower speakers”, or “home theater speakers”

Setup tips: You will connect your speakers via speaker wire to your receiver in the left speaker or right speaker output, and your sub woofer to the sub output. Some receivers can accommodate more speakers like 3.1, 5.1, or 7.1 configurations for more channels or surround sound.

Speaker placement is extremely important. You will want speakers to be at the same height level as your ears while listening. Floor standing speakers have the speakers elevated to have a direct line to your ears. Bookshelf speakers can be places in various positions, but the best spot is a similar height as your ears.

Recap

Now you see how easy it is to build a vinyl record stereo system at home on a budget! The winning formula is Record Player + Receiver + Speakers = Awesome stereo. Breaking into the world of home stereo systems can be confusing, but after you set up the basics, you have the flexibility to upgrade piece by piece. The deals are out there on Close5, now go find them!

The information contained in this article reflects the personal opinions and recommendations of the author based on his or her own experience; you should make sure to do your own research before purchasing any item on a classifieds platform.

Discover the Creative In You - Succulent Potting with Close5!

Spring is right around the corner and easy care succulents are the perfect choice for those who want to add color and a breath of fresh air either indoors or out. While a basic plant pot will do the job, part of the fun of succulents is how versatile the choice of container can really be. Thanks to the succulents’ nature, these plants don’t need a lot of soil or ground contact to thrive, and that opens up a world of possibilities.

Materials:

1 Glue (Wood Glue or Rubber Cement)

1 pot of Succulents (Variety recommended)

1 Xacto Knife (for carving pages)

1 Pair of Scissors (to cut plastic liner)

1 Book (Hardcover, with over 350 pages)

1 bag of rocks/ pebbles (1-2lbs)

1 sheet of fairly thick plastic to line the book with

1. Choose the page you’d like to cut out from, preferably leaving at least 350 pages for carving. Be sure to turn to a unique page if possible :)

2. Glue the pages for carving together.

Tips:

* Do NOT use Super Glue! It will take forever and the chemical reaction is not pleasant.

* Use the bag of rocks/ stones to hold the pages down while you do it.

* Use a brush to spread the glue for more efficiency

* Rubber cement dries the fastest, but Wood Glue and Rubber Cement both dry clear.

3. Allow the 350+ pages to dry.

4. After the pages are dried, even if not ALL of the pages are glued together you can start the next step. As long as most of the pages are glued together, you can add more glue to it later. Leave about 0.5”-1” on the margins before you begin. You can use a pencil to draw out the margins if you want to be precise, or you can cut out only the words on the page of the book is usually a good measurement. Carve pages out from the top and take out the center

Tips:

* Take about 5-10 pages out at a time for efficiency. Do not attempt to take out the entire chunk at once; it will only break your margins.

* You can cut a line about 2-3 inches in the center (imagine a tissue box opening) and use that to pull out your page centers.

5. After all of the pages are carved and pulled out, you can apply more glue if needed.

Remember to glue the pages to the cover if you carved through all of the pages. DO NOT carve the hardcover

6. After the pages and cover are glued and the center of the book is empty you can start lining the book. Find your piece of thick plastic and place it over the empty center and press. If the lining covers the depth of the center and is sticking out, that should be fine. We used the bag that was holding our pebbles for the lining.

7. Start pouring a thin layer of rocks/ pebbles in the carved section, just enough to cover the bottom.

8. Take out your succulents carefully one by one. Begin by digging around in the soil with your fingers until you can feel the roots. Dig around the roots until the soil is loose and pull out the succulent from the root. DO NOT pull from the top!

9. Place the succulent in your desired spot, add soil, and then press the soil around the root to stabilize the succulent.

10. Repeat until you have finished placing all of your succulents in the book.

11. Now you can accurately determine how much plastic you will be using, and you can trim off the excessive edges. Remember NOT to over cut, leave about 0.25” sticking out so you can use your rocks/ stones to hold it down. If you over-cut, you will need to line it again because the purpose is to prevent water in the pages.

12. Carefully add pebbles/stones around the bottom of the succulents.

13. Apply glue to the edge of the plastic sticking out (under and on top), and it should stick the plastic to the pages and allow pebbles/ stones to be glued on top.

14. That’s it! You are all done!

It's that easy! While there might be some tough spots, there are some workarounds we shared with you so you don't have to endure the pain. We hope that you found this useful and decide to build your own. You can find a lot of the materials right on Close5 in your area. If you decide to build one, please be sure to send us the final product and we'll add it to our growing user album!

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How to Build a Vinyl Record Stereo System at Home on a Budget: Part 1

We’re going to show you how to build your own vinyl stereo system in three easy parts. Here’s part one, stay tuned for part two and three!

In a world of Spotify, iTunes, Bluetooth, and streaming, analog is making a comeback. Instead of playlists and song choice algorithms, people are now listening to full-length vinyl records for a simpler way of consuming their music. While it can be daunting to get set up, this guide will help explain how easy and quick it can be to build an awesome stereo system that plays vinyl records.

Stereo systems are set up with

A. Audio Source

B. Amplification

C. Speakers

Audio Source

In part one of this saga, we’ll address the audio source. This generally is where your music comes from. There are two types of audio sources; analog or digital. Vintage record players are almost all analog. Present day HDTVs are almost all digital - in this guide, we’re going to set you up for two: a vinyl record player and HDTV.

When deciding on a record player, some of the best deals are vintage record players that are second hand on Close5. Unbeknownst to most, audio technology from the 50’s through the 90’s, still produces excellent performance. When you go into the Close5 app, some useful search terms are “turntable” and “record player.” In my experience, the best values are mid/higher-end brands that produced quality record players like Technics, Panasonic, Sony, JVC, Pioneer, etc.

Some examples:

Here are some questions you can ask the Close5 seller to make sure the unit is working and you’re at ease heading into the purchase. Be sure to ask the seller on Close5 if they can demo the record player to verify that everything is working. Some good questions for sellers are

· “Can you demo the unit for me?”

· “Does it have a phono preamp?” – determines if you need to buy a regular receiver or one with a phono preamp built in

· “Does it have 33.3 and 45 rpm speeds?” – determines if you can play normal 12” LPs (33 rpm) and 7” singles (45rpm)

This and that -

Some units in worse shape may need some easily replaceable parts. All record players use needles and older record players may need a cartridge replacement. Belt-driven record players eventually will need a belt replacement also. These replacements are very easy to do and the cost of the parts plus the record player is still much more affordable than buying a brand new record player.

Check back in a couple days when we’ll go into part two – amplification.

Feel free to drop us any questions, we’re happy to help!

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Introducing the Close5 Thanksgiving Sweepstakes!

We love giving back to our users, so here’s your chance to get your device upgraded for the holidays.

Get started

How:

List an item to sell or make an offer.

That's it! You’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win and we’ll take care of the rest

When:

Sweepstakes will be live from November 1st - November 30th

Prize:

The Fancy Schmancy Apple iPhone 7

Winner will be notified via email. Happy Buying & Selling! - The Close5 Team

Get started

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Celebrate A New Way to Communicate!

We’re excited to announce our all-new, much-improved messaging! Now, chat freely & see the deal through from start to finish…all from one place.

As easy as sending a text

Have a question on an item or want to move straight to purchasing? Contact the seller with a private message – No more waiting around while your offer is reviewed.

Never miss out on a sale

Even if others are interested in the item, rest assured that the seller can see & consider your offer. And Sellers, never worry about having to re-list your item if the sale doesn’t work out — It’s always available to buyers until you say otherwise.

Goodbye Comments

Previously, buyers had to ask a public question before moving to private chat. Now, all communication happens within messaging, where you can later submit your offer & seamlessly see the deal through.

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What to do when you can’t test an item at meet-up?

At Close5, we always recommend that you inspect any items prior to purchasing. However, you may come across a situation where you might not be able to fully inspect the item in the limited time of your meet-up to look for potential issues, say if the item is too bulky to transport to a neutral place or requires more time to thoroughly test. Here are some ideas to help you determine if the item is in good condition:

Ask for a video of the product in use

Ask them to have a video of the item in good working order available at your meet-up. A video demonstrating that the blender blends will ease your mind going into the transaction.

Ask the seller if it is in good working order

Sure, you can’t verify that they will tell you the whole truth, but you may be surprised at how forthcoming people can be. Try rephrasing the question a few different ways during conversation and see if you get a different answer.

Ask the seller why they are selling it

Maybe they have multiples of the same object, maybe they are moving, maybe they are renovating – check out their Close5 profile, as it may verify what you have been told.

Ask for valid warranties and original receipts

When it comes to purchasing high end items such as a TV, video game console, or washer & dryer you can request an original receipt or the serial number. This will allow you to verify the authenticity, any valid warranties, or even check to see if the item is reported lost or stolen.

As all sales are final, we strongly encourage you to meet in public places with electrical outlets, such as your local coffee shop, to test your purchases thoroughly. When you’re unable to fully test an item, you may be taking a risk that may not pay off in the end. By utilizing some of the methods mentioned above, you can feel a bit more comfortable with your purchase in the event that you may not fully inspect it.

Happy buying!

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