The recent Apple iPhone announcement has everyone wanting to upgrade their cell phones. That makes right now one of the best times to think about an iPhone trade-in for the most cash. No matter what kind of smart phone you have, you need to think ahead about the best times to buy and sell.

Tip #1: The best time to sell your smart phone for the most money is before a new product announcement. Once the announcement has been made, you may not get quite as much money for your phone unless it is still in high demand. The same concept applies for selling your Samsung phone.

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Tip #2: Buying a pre-owned device can save you a lot of money versus buying a brand new one. Look for deals on gently used iPhones and other devices.

Gazelle has an affordable selection of iPhones, Samsung phones, iPads and more. Every device goes through a 30-point inspection and is backed by a 30-day guarantee return on all products. There’s no risk involved!

Tip #3: Newer models are worth more than older models. These days, smart phones are considered old at around the 2 year mark. Get the most money for your phone when you sell them before they turn 2 years old, and preferably while they are still under warranty.

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Tip #4: Pre-owned smart phones are a smart choice for kids. You can buy the smart phone your kid wants, at a price that will make your budget happy.

Kids want the latest gadgets, too. They promise to never drop them (ha!), never lose them (double ha!). Even though I believe their promises are sincere, I am not ready to pay a lot of money for a kids phone. Gazelle is the place to go to shop for budget-friendly Cell Phones for Kids. They have all the trendy smart phones kids want starting at $159. I really like their age-specific product recommendations.

Tip #5: The condition of your phone counts. Besides age, the condition of your phone is important when you go to sell it. If you took good care of your phone and it has no damage or cosmetic issues, that will give you a selling advantage.

Tip #6: You can probably get more money selling your phone through an online service than selling locally. Websites like Gazelle allow you to trade-in your old phones towards competitively priced new phones. You can visit their site and lock-in a price. On the other hand, if you try to sell to a local buyer, they may haggle your price down.

Tip #7: Shop around. So many factors go into getting the best prices on smart phones, making them impossible to predict. Take the time to research your options and shop around for your best options.

These are a few of my favorite tips for buying and selling old phones and devices. I hope you find them useful! Please share your best tips for getting the most money out of used devices with us in the comments below.

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