Exhaustive Narrative of Facts
Initial Context
A man stated that he has several items for sale in Marketplace and that they were about to expire. He wanted a message drafted for an application where he could share his Marketplace items, including the links. He asked whether it was advisable to publish his contact details and what the relevant policies were.
Application Identification
An application was shown. It was identified as Nextdoor, which is used by communities and neighbors to post items, services, or announcements. In Nextdoor, people usually publish in a friendly and clear tone. The platform allows interested people to send private messages. It was noted that it is not recommended to post a phone number or exact address for security reasons, and that it is best to use the app’s private messaging or links.
Later, another application was shown. It was determined that the items were not listed on Facebook Marketplace but on Marktplaats, a buying and selling platform commonly used in the Netherlands.
Messaging Drafts
Different drafts of a message were proposed for Nextdoor, always including links to the Marktplaats listings.
- The drafts consistently opened with a greeting such as “Hola vecinos 👋.”
- Early versions mentioned that the items were about to expire, but this was later corrected when it was clarified that the listings were not expiring.
- Messages emphasized that the items were in good condition, the seller wanted to get rid of them quickly, and prices were not fixed.
- Interested buyers were encouraged to propose a price and contact the seller through Nextdoor or Marktplaats.
- The drafts contained itemization with bullet points and links.
Tone and Options
It was suggested that the tone could be:
- Informal and neighborly, in line with Nextdoor’s community style.
- Direct and urgent, emphasizing that the seller wanted to get rid of the items quickly.
Two alternative phrasings were discussed: one longer, with details, and one short and urgent.
Language Considerations
The seller asked which language to use. It was explained that in the Netherlands, most people on Nextdoor communicate in Dutch, so Dutch would increase visibility and trust. English or Spanish could be added for international neighbors, but would likely result in fewer responses. The recommendation was to publish mainly in Dutch, with an optional closing line in English/Spanish to reach more neighbors.
Listings and URLs Provided
The following items were listed with their Marktplaats URLs:
- “Zwarte spijkerbroek W32/L32 – gedragen – Denim Department” with the note “Bieden.”
URL: https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2294152386?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller - “Comfortabele jeans, gedragen maar netjes” with the note “Bieden.”
URL: https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2293173983?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller - “Comfortabele grijze jogger – maat L (Livergy)” with the note “Bieden.”
URL: https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2292442439?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller - “Organizer met jumper wires – Elektronica set” with the note “Bieden.”
URL: https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2292441275?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller - “Tristar stoomstrijkijzer 2000W – Als nieuw, krachtige stoom” with the note “Bieden.”
URL: https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2290622960?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller
Translations and Final Drafts
A complete draft was produced in Dutch with all the links. It included the statement that the seller wanted to get rid of the items quickly and that no fixed prices were set. Buyers were encouraged to make offers. The Dutch version began with “Hoi buren 👋.”
An additional line was suggested in English and Spanish: “English/Spanish speakers are also welcome to contact me.”
A version formatted in markdown code was provided so that it could be copied directly into Nextdoor.
Status Updates
Initially, the items were described as “about to expire,” but this was corrected to “not about to expire.” Nevertheless, the seller still wanted to communicate urgency and the desire to dispose of them quickly.
Sources
- https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2294152386?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller
- https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2293173983?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller
- https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2292442439?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller
- https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2292441275?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller
- https://link.marktplaats.nl/m2290622960?utm_source=android_social&utm_content=vip&utm_medium=android_social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons_seller
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