Sell your old mobile phones for cash

March 26, 2009 by DMT
Filed under: Money Making Tips 

Make a few pounds by getting rid of your old mobiles! For any old contract or PAYG phones taking up space in your drawers - you can turn them into cash.

Old mobile phones can be converted into cash through online brokers.

Old mobile phones can be converted into cash through online brokers.

If you have an old phone in your drawers - you can turn it into a few pounds by recycling. There is a booming business in recycling phones, and companies will often pay decent rates for your old phone.

How it works:

If you have a working phone (that turns on and off, and can be reused) you can often sell it to the highest bidder. There are a number of companies that will try and attract your business, but i find the comparrison sites best for finding the best price. Also take into account whether or not you have to pay for postage yourself, this can save you a few pounds.

How to sell your phone in 5 steps:

  • Visit mobilephonerecycling.com and punch in your phones make and model
  • Scan through the results and go to the site which pays the highest fee for your phone
  • Sign up online with the recycling firm and send your details - they will often post out a self addressed envelope. If you dont want to go through the affiliate site, just Google search the company and repeat the process.
  • Wait for the jiffy bag to arrive, and post your phone to them (often you dont need to send a charger or SIM card)
  • Wait for the company to check the phone, and if eveything is ok, you will receive a check in the post!

Its as simple as that really!  Along with my post on making money from eBay, you can quickly turn some of your junk items  into cash!

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