Boston Globe Take your garage sale to the WebBoston Globe, United StatesBy John Dyer Sites like eBay and Craigslist have been popular among the technically savvy for years. But now, during the recession, anyone looking to clear their attics and basements to raise cash can consider hawking online. Massive pools of …
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