Score extra cash with these 4 free apps

As retailers start sneaking Holiday décor onto store shelves, now is the perfect time to reconsider at all the things your have cluttering up your space.

Your “stuff” could make you some extra cash, all from the comfort of your home. Don’t have energy or desire to host a garage sale or haggle with a consignment shop? No problem.

With these four apps, selling your stuff is as easy as uploading a picture, setting a price and clicking to post. Not only will you earn extra money for the holidays, you’ll enjoy your newly decluttered space, which can reduce stress and improve health. It’s a win all around.

Before you sell, be sure to do your research. You may be emotionally attached to your child’s first bicycle, but that doesn’t mean you can sell it for the same price you paid 10 years ago. People are looking for a bargain, so check out a few websites first to get an idea of what’s a reasonable price. If the item is being shipped, remember to factor that into the price. If you can’t find something comparable on a resale site like Ebay, then price it out new on Amazon or Walmart, and cut the price in half.

Lastly, make sure you stage your stuff well. Apps are very visual platforms. The better your sales items look in the app’s feed, the better your chances for multiple offers. Pay attention to the backdrop and lighting.

Here are a few apps doing their best to take on the online marketplace giants of Craiglist and Ebay by focusing on trust and convenience.

Varagesale: Available on iOS, Android and Kindle devices, this free app is pitched as a family-friendly app where a dedicated administrator manages every local community. You can buy or sell anything from jewelry to lawnmowers.

5miles: This app focuses on local buying and selling by using your phone’s location. You can like, follow and connect with people in your area.

OfferUp: This app makes it easy to find what you want to buy or sell by scrolling through images. All communication is done within the app so your personal information is protected.

LetGo: Also focused on local sales and community, this app goes a step further by offering an auto-listing function. Simply point your phone camera at the item you want to sell and the app’s Reveal function will give you the estimated value. It takes the guesswork out of pricing your item for a quick sale.