Bartering for goods may be something of the past, but Commuto is trying to bring trading back, Web-style.
With this online bartering system, you can post a wish list of items you want and put up a list of all that stuff collecting dust in your garage or attic. You'll eventually get automatic notifications whenever someone else posts something from your wish list.
Membership is free, and unlike eBay, it doesn't cost anything to post listings. Transactions don't even need shipping costs.
Mostly books, video games and DVDs are up for trade, but you can also find couture clothing and accessories, furniture and kitchen gadgets. (An espresso machine was up for grabs as of Monday; if you're lucky, it'll still be there.)
Commuto is more local than you might think. The program is still in its early stages, but there are already users in Torrance, Redondo Beach, Gardena, Rancho Palos Verdes and other cities.
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