People using the cost of living crisis as an excuse to make daft offers?

[thebiggestdog]

I’m about to move in with my partner and will be renting out my house, so I need to sell some of my furniture. I’m getting some work done before I rent it out, which gives me a bit of time before the house needs to be empty, so I’m not in a rush to get rid of everything.

I’ve been posting items mostly on Facebook Marketplace, and honestly, some of the offers I get are pretty funny. Just to clarify, I’m completely fine with people making offers and I’m not easily offended. I’ve accepted loads of offers in the past, but AIBU to think they should at least be somewhat realistic?

For example, I have a sofa that I bought only 4 months ago for £900, and I’m selling it for £300. I don’t have kids or pets, and I’ve hardly used it, so it’s still in great condition with no stains or marks. A guy messaged me offering £110 and acted like he was doing me a huge favour by saying he could pick it up the same day. Then there was a bundle of home accessories, like various photo frames and ornaments from Next, M&S, etc. I listed about 14 items for £10, and some woman offered me £3 😆

I know that people are struggling with money a lot more now because of inflation, but, a photo frame or ornament isn’t exactly a necessity in my opinion, so using the cost of living crisis as a reason to make silly offers isn’t going to wash with me. Am I heartless? 😆

I don't get why it bothers you.

Someone makes an offer.
You accept it, or ignore it.
Simples

Trying to understand what's going on in someone else's head, and why they've made the offer they did, is impossible without knowing theor back story.

What you suggest as a price has no relevance to what they think its worth.

If it irks you so, list things as "offers above" and "no haggling"

I sell antique and vintage jewellery. When someone makes a silly offer and tells me they can only afford X because they are on a budget I am tempted to tell the to spend their funds on essentials rather than something as frivolous as jewellery. It may look pretty but it wont feed you or keep you warm.