[Arctic Fox]

TOTV Classifieds has turned into a WalMart web site

Around half of the postings are from "Carl" offering cheap tat that he obviously gets shipped in by the container-load

Everything is "BRAND NEW-STILL IN SEALED WRAPPER"

I thought this facility was to help Villagers sell unwanted items to fellow Villagers; not to act as a flea market?

[ColdNoMore]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

TOTV Classifieds has turned into a WalMart web site

Around half of the postings are from "Carl" offering cheap tat that he obviously gets shipped in by the container-load

Everything is "BRAND NEW-STILL IN SEALED WRAPPER"

I thought this facility was to help Villagers sell unwanted items to fellow Villagers; not to act as a flea market?

Trying to dictate who/what can be sold on this site, is the first step down a very slippery slope.

Who exactly would be tasked with reading every post and determining whether the item, or seller, is appropriate to be posted?

And no, I have never bought or sold anything here....and am definitely not 'Carl.'

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore2

Trying to dictate who/what can be sold on this site, is the first step down a very slippery slope.

Who exactly would be tasked with reading every post and determining whether the item, or seller, is appropriate to be posted?

And no, I have never bought or sold anything here....and am definitely not 'Carl.'

I agree, it would be hard, however, the appearance given is that a seller with so many "new" items, still in plastic, is actually running a business, and using this site for free advertising.

[ColdNoMore]

Originally Posted by photo1902

I agree, it would be hard, however, the appearance given is that a seller with so many "new" items, still in plastic, is actually running a business, and using this site for free advertising.

I understand what you're saying.

Maybe a rule that everything sold here must be 'used' could be instituted, which would certainly reduce the chances of folks like this Carl dude from operating a business?

[redwitch]

And the administrators normally catch on quite quickly and put a stop to the businesses unless they pay to be sponsors such as The Prof (who I believe is Carl if my memory is working).

[Rango]

If no one buys his stuff he'll go away. Most "new" stuff I've seen for sale can be had cheaper from a store + you get a warranty.

[Phanatic Luvr]

Huummmmmmm, maybe he or someone he lives with is a compulsive buyer / hoarder.

[jnieman]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

TOTV Classifieds has turned into a WalMart web site

Around half of the postings are from "Carl" offering cheap tat that he obviously gets shipped in by the container-load

Everything is "BRAND NEW-STILL IN SEALED WRAPPER"

I thought this facility was to help Villagers sell unwanted items to fellow Villagers; not to act as a flea market?

Possibly a $20.00 minimum for items posted would be a help.

[N44125]

I would have thought that our covenants would not allow us to run a business from our garage. It appears that Carl, aka The Prof might be in violation of said covenants. Would not want to be his neighbor...driveway must look like a Walmart parking lot.

[juneroses]

If someone's posts annoy you, consider using "Usercp" (in the orange menu bar near the top of the page) and add them to your Ignore List.

[justjim]

Sometimes I can't believe some of the items put up for sale on the classified ads. Some of them I want to say give them/it to a charity or thrift shop or to someone who might be able to use it. Finally, the trash is collected twice a week in The Villages. As mentioned a good option is to opt out.

I imagine the Ads here are a big job to monitor. If you have something "worthwhile" the time and energy to sell, this forum is an excellent venue.

[Arctic Fox]

Originally Posted by juneroses

If someone's posts annoy you, consider using "Usercp" (in the orange menu bar near the top of the page) and add them to your Ignore List.

Thank you, juneroses - I wasn't aware of this facility

[Arctic Fox]

Originally Posted by justjim

If you have something "worthwhile" the time and energy to sell, this forum is an excellent venue.

Agreed - I have bought and sold a lot of stuff on it over the years (not bought and sold the same stuff, I hasten to add)

[CWGUY]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

Agreed - I have bought and sold a lot of stuff on it over the years (not bought and sold the same stuff, I hasten to add)

Did you see the "USED LIGHT BULBS" for sale a short time ago?

[ColdNoMore]

Originally Posted by CWGUY

Did you see the "USED LIGHT BULBS" for sale a short time ago?

Someone going to that extreme, may very well be having some very serious financial issues.