Service sourcing cheap/non-working phones for trade-in programs

The user clearly says they don't need a working phone, just something for a trade-in. This points to a specific issue: getting a low-cost device just to meet the requirements of phone trade-in deals. A service could tackle this by sourcing, collecting, and reselling inexpensive, even non-functional, smartphones of specific brands or series (like Samsung S or Note models). The advantage for users would be maximizing savings on new phone purchases by taking advantage of trade-in offers without giving up a more valuable or functional device. This service would cater to a niche but clear demand for "trade-in fodder" phones.

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[USA-WI] [H] Local Cash [W] Samsung S series or Note series phone

Posted by u/7th-Letter05/28/2025
Long shot here, but does anyone in SE WI have a cheap S or Note series phone? Does not need to work, just need something for trade in.

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