Tips for Buying Computers on Craigslist by http://www.motiont.com

Would you like a new laptop or desktop computer? If so, the large price tags attached to new computers may be a huge turn off. If a brand new computer just isn't in your budget right now, consider turning to Craigslist. The online classified website is a great way to find used computers at an affordable price.

If looking to buying a laptop or desktop computer from Craigslist.org, visit the website. Once there, select your state and the nearest city. The best way to find computers is to use the search box on the left-hand side of the page. Search with relevant words, such as computer, laptop, or desktop. You will then get a list of for sale products that meet your search standards.

Right away, you will like the cheap computer prices, but don't get too excited. Before buying on Craigslist, you must read the full product descriptions and then ask even more questions. Why? Some of the computers offered for cheap are damaged or in need of repairs. These repairs can turn an otherwise affordable computer purchase into an expensive one.

What are the common issues a laptop or desktop computer may have? For desktops, the biggest issue to look for is computers sold without the monitors. A monitor can easily cost $200. It is best to buy a desktop computer in one whole set, monitor included. As for laptop computers, you may find computer that have battery or power cord issues. A battery may no longer hold a charge or a power cord is ruined and no longer works. A new laptop battery can cost upward of $150, but a new power cord is much cheaper.

Most computer sellers on Craigslist will outline any problems or damage to their computers right in their for sale listings, but others won't say a word. Protect yourself and ask. Before agreeing to purchase a laptop or desktop computer used, ask if there are any problems with the computer, when it was last used, and how old the system is. Just because it is priced to move, it doesn't mean you are getting the best deal.

As previously stated, you can perform a search on Craigslist.org to find used computers for sale. When doing so, you select your city and state. If you don't mind traveling to find a good deal, look at other city websites too. Right now, Craigslist does not allow you to perform multi-city searches, but you can download the free Craigslist Reader, offered by Motion Technologies, to do so with ease.