About John's Treasure Trove:
I became an unlimited Bookoo member 15 years ago. Over that time I've sold a couple thousand items, covering almost every category. Occasionally I post things for other family members but mostly what I have now are thing I own. I try to be as detailed as possible. If there is ever more you need to know about something, please feel free to ask. Having done this for a long time, I've learned some valuable lessons. Those lessons have made it necessary for me to implement some safety policies. I always meet people at a public place that's local to me; unless what I'm selling isn't something I can lift into a car. That's rare though. I also require a phone number, because I find that talking to someone on the phone (not texting) does a few things. Most importantly, it adds a layer of safety to a meet, if I've talked to someone 1st. It also helps to make sure the buyer has a clear understanding of what they're buying; since surprisingly, a lot of people don't read the words in the ad before responding. I've had many people actually tell me they only looked at the pictures. It also helps me to know how serious someone is about showing up. In the early day I'd been left high & dry without any followup excuse or any communication at all. It can still happen but a lot less when you can talk to someone before hand. I'm all for clear communication. If you decide not to come after making arrangements, I have no problem with that. Things happen. I understand. All I ask is that you let me know so I don't waste time & gas. I'm usually willing to negotiate on most things. I will usually do bulk sale discounts too. If you're buying from me, I don't really need to know where you live, so there's no need to tell me your address. Some folks include that & I don't know why. A phone number is good enough. I can usually work around your schedule, although I prefer to meet during the daylight hours; for safety reasons mostly. Thank you for your patience & understanding.
