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Back2denali
May 12, '12, 10:01 AM
Planning on making it to my first Megomeet. So how does the trading go on at this thing? Are attendees allowed to bring in backpacks and shoulder bags? Do you wonder around asking people if they have trade stuff? Will I be reduced to wearing a sandwich board with my trade list posted on it?
megoknight
May 12, '12, 10:07 AM
please just wear pants is all I ask :grin:
Back2denali
May 12, '12, 10:15 AM
please just wear pants is all I ask :grin:

Hey, you're not my dad!
megoknight
May 12, '12, 11:46 AM
Hey, you're not my dad!

So your dad has frequent discussions with you on this subject? I guess you'll be easy to spot at the meet. I'll say hi. :smiley1:
Random Axe
May 12, '12, 5:52 PM
There really isn't anything official for a swap meet, just sort of feel your way around. I don't see alot of trades going on at the Meets, but I'm probably missing them. The bottom line is you're coming to the show so you'll come out on top regardless of any deals you could potentially make.
batmanmc
May 12, '12, 9:49 PM
people trade . i do sometimes , buying selling trading. its all good. mike
Megospidey
May 12, '12, 10:06 PM
I've traded there before. Just bring your stuff and if you see something at a dealer's table, barter away. The worst that can happen is they say "no...cash only."
Back2denali
May 16, '12, 12:09 PM
I've traded there before. Just bring your stuff and if you see something at a dealer's table, barter away. The worst that can happen is they say "no...cash only."

Since you brought it up: do any of the vendors take credit cards or are these cash only deals?
EMCE Hammer
May 16, '12, 12:15 PM
Credit card sales are rare - bring cash unless you've got Paypal mobile
Toyman_Chris
May 16, '12, 1:01 PM
Since you brought it up: do any of the vendors take credit cards or are these cash only deals?

I will be able to take credit cards.
samurainoir
May 16, '12, 1:20 PM
Credit card sales are rare - bring cash unless you've got Paypal mobile

I paid a few people via paypal last year rather than running to the bank machine for the umpteenth time.
bleit1701
May 16, '12, 10:20 PM
Trading-Yes

Credit Cards- iffy. I think the Cast A Way guys did once
megoknight
May 16, '12, 10:30 PM
Trading-Yes

Credit Cards- iffy. I think the Cast A Way guys did once

Will you be there with all those wonderfull heads and outfits from ebay?
Merlyn1976
May 16, '12, 10:54 PM
I always bring some stuff...
noelani72
May 21, '12, 10:53 AM
Since you brought it up: do any of the vendors take credit cards or are these cash only deals?


Credit card sales are rare - bring cash unless you've got Paypal mobile

Something I am experimenting with is the ability to swipe a credit/debit card with either my iPhone or iPad.
I signed up for a freebie (no annual membership fee sort of thing) deal:

Accept credit cards with your iPhone, Android or iPad – Square (http://www.squareup.com)

They send you the scanner (that plugs into your headphone jack) for free.
They charge 2.75% per transaction and direct deposit it into your account next day.

Who knows if I will really use it...but I guess it's something to have these days.
batmanmc
May 21, '12, 11:34 AM
thanks chad i just downlaoded it too so i can take creidt cards also . mike
samurainoir
May 21, '12, 3:45 PM
Rather than lugging bags of stuff around, maybe you can just get a table. Leave your stuff on it and let folks know it's available for cash or trade. Easy peezy.
Toyman_Chris
May 21, '12, 6:17 PM
I use Swipe & Square.

Both have ups/downs. Free to use. % of sales. Nice way for anyone to take a credit card.
Back2denali
May 21, '12, 9:27 PM
I'll be sure to make plenty of cash...I mean bring plenty of cash.
drmego
May 22, '12, 6:05 AM
The biggest problem with taking credit cards at a show, especially the meet,
is that it's hard to get signal strength to process the transaction.

Does the Toy and Train Museum have WiFi?

Paypal is a good idea.
noelani72
May 22, '12, 6:26 AM
The biggest problem with taking credit cards at a show, especially the meet,
is that it's hard to get signal strength to process the transaction.

Does the Toy and Train Museum have WiFi?

Paypal is a good idea.

I thought I read somewhere recently where Steve said they boosted the WiFi at the Museum.
In my particular case; I'll have my AT&T 3g iPhone or my Verizon 3g iPad...and WiFi as another option.
Granted, I have to get my run of figures done so I have something to sell... :smiley1::smiley1:
Flynne
May 22, '12, 6:22 PM
For my booth, I'll be taking credit cards with Square on my cellphone. So if I have to go outside to get a signal, I'll do it during a break.