[mickeymee]

When trading for stamps, how do you know what's a good amount of stamps to send for the coupons given? How would I do a free or BOGO coupon? How about GCs? How do you figure out how much you should pay for a coupon? Or how many stamps? I don't want to offend anyone or get screwed when I'm doing a deal. I'm doing a trade on 2 BOGO Scrubbing Bubbles Auto shower cleaner refill. I don't know how many stamps to ask.

[Kayline]

Good question! Generally speaking, trades are based on 10% of the coupon value. Of course, this is just a starting point; a really hot q would likely be worth more than 10%.

[gltkar]

yep- 10% to start- but if its a BOGO, free or hi dollar Q in demand (on everyones ISO list)- perhaps 15-20%

so - for example- if the Q is for $1 off- and I have 10 of these Qs someone wants -I'd probably charge 2 forever stamps (88 cents) and a SASE --- and more if high demand Q's

If its a free or bogo Q- I would charge 10% of the max value- like the 2 ounce free glade candle Q has max value of $3.49- that would equate to a 35 cent charge per q.

Especially with new members or new traders- requiring a SASE helps to lessen the likelihood of not getting your end of the trade.

[joshmamabear]

coupon worth largely depends on supply and demand. the basic rule is 10% face value. if you go by that, you can just convert the value in cash to stamps, let's say for $1.00 worth, that'll be 2 forever or .44 stamps plus .12 smaller value stamps.

you can just make an offer, it always depends on the other party if they'll accept. with the 10% rule, you're not likely to go wrong but if you want a hot coupon, its always best to offer 15 to 20 percent face value since there's a lot of people competing for these hot coupons.

if its me, I prefer coupon for coupon trade for something that I can use rather than stamps/paypal. I get more savings that way compared to trading for stamps.

HTH.