[AnneSon]

I know that many people here have used Craigslist in the past, and so I'd like to get your opinion on this matter.

I am selling a gaming laptop on Craigslist (Acer Helios 300). I just posted it tonight, and within 30 minutes I got my first response. This guy wants my phone number so we can text, or talk on the phone. Now, I don't mind this type of interaction. And, in fact I'd rather talk 1-1 with the potential buyer. My huge concern are the scammers who use Craigslist to fish for new emails and phone numbers. I'm also using a gmail account that I made just for Craigslist. Should I give out my phone number, or just stick to email? Also, what about having the person come to my home? Yea, I know that meeting in a public place is idea, but I don't feel like lugging around this gaming laptop. I'd much rather show it in the home than in some busy store like Walmart, or Starbucks. It would be very akward IMO. And finally, I don't want to purchase a burner phone just for this transaction. I don't use Craigslist much anyway.

[Philip67]

Better to go to Starbucks.

[AngelaJohnston]

No, I wouldn't give my phone number or even my street. Yes, I understand that the computer is quite large, but it would be good for the buyer to know as few details about you as possible for your safety. A much better alternative is to use a temporary number in your country to talk to him. For example, I do this when I have something to sell. I usually sell clothes already worn by me that are in good condition, and every time I talk to customers, I use a temporary number, and there is an SMS receive Germany. It is comfortable and safe.