Trading In Your Old Gadget Is Quick and Easy

If you got the newest version of your favorite gadget you may be wondering what to do with the old one.

If you have a friend or family member who would love your hand-me-downs then you have an easy solution, but if you’d like to use your old device to help pay for accessories or to get some cash in your pocket, many retailers will happily pay you in cash or trade for your tech.

You could sell it on eBay or Craigslist for higher prices than what these trade-in programs will offer, but most of us find the ease and straightforward process from a reputable retailer to be the more attractive route. There are several websites that will offer you cash for your devices, but below are some of the retailer programs that I’ve had experience with.

• Best Buy: This is both an online and an in-store option for your used electronics, video games and even some musical instruments. Be sure to read all of the details before bringing items to the store.

• Verizon:  Selected phones and tablets from all cellphone providers are eligible for trade-in. A quick form will give you an appraisal offer.

• Gamestop: Gamers know that their games and systems are always in demand from this , which offers incentives to frequent traders.

• 2nd and Charles: This new store in the former Borders location in Woodbridge is a great way to recycle not only your tech (including video games and movies) but also books and vinyl records. The wide selection of used books and other goodies mean that your trade-in dollars go far.

• Amazon: Trades are easy and the offer includes the shipping costs. Electronics, books and videogames are covered and the amount is credited as a gift card to Amazon.