AvailableStraight answers for people selling stuff online
Practical advice from Available!™ for selling with less chasing, fewer flakes, and more committed buyers. No fluff. Read one before your next sale.
- Sep 2026 · 8 min read
How to avoid scammers on Facebook Marketplace
The scam playbook is smaller than you would think. Five patterns, all running on the same trick: pushing you to release the item or share your address before the money is actually in your account. Here is what to look for, what to say, and what actually closes the gap.
- Aug 2026 · 6 min read
Do I owe taxes if I sell stuff online?
Stripe, 1099-Ks, and what happens when you sell your stuff through Available!™. The straightforward version, and the difference between getting paid, getting a form, and owing tax.
- Aug 2026 · 7 min read
How to stop chasing flakes on Facebook Marketplace
The "is this still available??" loop is not your fault. Five moves that turn casual askers into committed buyers, without giving up the audience.
- Jul 2026 · 6 min read
Why buyers ghost on Facebook Marketplace (and what actually works)
Ghosting is not personal and it is not a character flaw. It is a rational response to a platform that rewards browsing and punishes commitment. Here is the underlying mechanic, and the three fixes that actually change behavior.
- Jul 2026 · 7 min read
How to sell furniture online safely (without inviting strangers over)
Most safety advice online is written for the seller who is worried about getting scammed on price. The real risk is the person who shows up at your door. Here is how to handle both.
- Jun 2026 · 8 min read
Downsizing checklist: what to sell first (and what to just donate)
When you are moving to a smaller place, the emotional load of getting rid of things is way heavier than the logistics. This is a practical, low-guilt order of operations.
- May 2026 · 9 min read
How to run a garage sale in 2026 (real checklist)
The old advice is still mostly right. What has changed is that a lot of your buyers will find you on their phone, and card payment is table stakes now. Here is the current playbook.