Irish homes are potential goldmines when it comes ot technology lying unused. According to a survey carried out by listings website Gumtree.ie the average Irish household is hoarding roughly €683 per person in dormant tech.
Over two thirds of respondents (67%) admitted to keeping common household items that they don’t need or use anymore, while a further 20% confessed to being hoarders.
However, it is not always sentimental reasons that stop people from uncluttering their homes; 12% of respondents said they don’t know how best to get rid of their items and 26% said they considered selling their clutter don’t know how to get a good deal.
Gumtree.ie campaign manager Tara Benson said: “There is money to be made and space to be saved by selling unwanted everyday items. Ultimately, what you might not want or use anymore, someone else could put to good use. There are so many misconceptions out there about the value of general goods. Many people think that old kettles, sporting equipment and DVDs are worthless – but it couldn’t be further from the truth.”
The website has set up the Gummies Guide at Gummies Guide http://guide.gumtree.com/ to provide practical tips, videos and advice to buying and selling online.
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