I would like to buy things that have a money value based on their actual utility. For example, I think gold is something that is overvalued since the shiny, soft metal doesn't have so many practical uses to justify its value. The second criteria is that the value of the thing would not go down much over a span of about 30 years, even if the economy went in the tank. Thirdly, I've a preference for commodity-like items that can be sold without much work.
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posted by ErikH2000
on May 11, 2012 -
40 answers
My husband and I own a small house, and were originally planning on moving early next year. We got some good news over the holidays and I am now nearing the end of the first trimester of my first pregnancy. We'd still like to move, but is it easier to do this while I'm pregnant or should we wait until the baby is 6 months old?
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posted by smalls
on Feb 15, 2012 -
34 answers
We want to move. We've decided to stay in Omaha. I found a house that is a REAL bargain. So I need you, dear mefites, to help me measure the pros and cons.
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posted by wwartorff
on Dec 21, 2010 -
16 answers
I'm strongly considering putting in a offer on an income-restricted HDFC coop apartment in Brooklyn. I just straddle the income limits for 2009, but am well below it for 2006, 2007, and 2008, and the agent has assured me that won't be a problem, given the board an lawyer for this building (meeting the spirit of the regulations, if not the letter). I can afford to put down a large enough down payment so my monthly costs end up being slightly less than what my rent is now (with significantly more stability in cost from year to year). So I'm pretty sure this makes sense for me, but my only question is: is this a mistake in terms of eventually reselling the place?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 22, 2010 -
3 answers
I am looking to buy a used car for cash from a local (CA) private party, not a dealer.
What do I need to know?
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posted by exceptinsects
on Aug 3, 2009 -
8 answers
I've sold three used cars and one motorcycle. At least three times I've had people call me and offer to pay me X dollars (a reasonable, though lowish, sum) sight unseen! They don't even want to hear it run! What's going on here? Are they just nutjobs?
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posted by scratch
on Apr 24, 2009 -
14 answers
Wanted, an RSS reader optimized for Craigslist and Kijiji. Willing to program myself, if necessary.
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posted by Chuckles
on Oct 9, 2008 -
9 answers
As a new eBay seller, I need a return policy. What's a sensible one?
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posted by Miko
on Feb 24, 2008 -
21 answers
What's the best strategy for buying new laptops and selling old ones? I usually buy a new computer once every five years or so and then sell my old one. Say I spend $3000 for a new one and sell the old one for $300. Would I be better off buying a new one every year and selling the old one each year? In other words, would I get more for the old one that it would make up for the depreciation in waiting five years?
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posted by moedym
on Feb 14, 2008 -
17 answers
I got my hands on a near-complete series of film magazines (1970s-1990s) while doing an internship in college. They're great to have, but I need some extra cash right now. I looked on EBay, and I see a few people selling single issues of this magazine with some success. Is there a market for selling the lot and if so, how much can I expect to make?
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posted by sswiller
on Feb 13, 2007 -
8 answers
OK, we FINALLY got an offer on our house (after 4 months on the market) and we can't decide if we should accept.
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posted by SheIsMighty
on Aug 27, 2006 -
22 answers
