How to Sell Cassette Tapes

By Thomas King

Cassette tape popularity has declined even further with the introduction of mp3 players.
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The cassette tape was introduced by the Philips Company in 1963. By 1968, cassette tapes had turned into a $150 million industry. The popularity of cassette tapes only increased with the introduction of portable cassette players, such as the Sony Walkman in 1979. However, cassette tape popularity declined rapidly with the introduction of compact discs in the 1980s and today cassette tapes are considered obsolete.

Sell Your Tapes on Ebay

Step 1

Consider selling your tapes on Ebay.
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Create a seller account. To create a seller account, you will need to provide Ebay with a credit card, debit card or bank account number. In addition, you'll have to select the payment methods you will accept (such as Paypal). To create a seller account, click on the "Start Selling" link.

Step 2

Create your listing.
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Create your listing. Once you set up a seller account, you will be given the option to "Create a Listing." Creating a listing involves selecting various seller preferences. For example, you can choose to sell your tapes using an "Auction" method, where your tapes go to the highest bidder, or a "Buy it Now" method, where you designate a certain purchase price.

Step 3

Manage your listing.
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Manage your listing. As you wait for someone to purchase your tapes, it is important to check your account frequently. Often, buyers will email sellers with various questions about the listing.

Sell Tapes on Craigslist

Step 1

Craigslist is another option to consider.
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Go to Craigslist website (See Resources).

Step 2

Click on the state where you want to sell your tapes.
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Click on the state where you want to sell your tapes.

Step 3

Click on "Post To Classifieds".
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Click on "Post To Classifieds," and then click on "For Sale."

Step 4

Click on a category to sell your tapes.
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Click on a category. There is no "tapes" category. However, this is a "CDs/dvds/vhs" category and a "collectibles" category.

Step 5

Fill in the "Posting Form".
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Fill in the "Posting Form" with the required information, and then click "Continue." You will be asked to provide your email address. When buyers see your listing and want to contact you regarding the purchase of your tapes, Craigslist will notify you through this email address.

Sell Tapes at Garage Sale

Step 1

Sell your tapes at a garage sale.
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Pick a date on which to have your garage sale. Most garage sales are held on weekends because most people are not working.

Step 2

Take an ad out in the local paper to advertise your sale.
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Advertise your garage sale. You can post fliers around your town, take out an ad in the local paper, or post a notice on the Internet.

Step 3

Make sure your collection is organized so people can see the tapes.
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Organize your tapes and sit in front of your house on the day of your garage sale.

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