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Fobo

Sell to people nearby.

Y CombinatorSummer 2011AcquiredConsumerHome and PersonalE-CommerceLocation-based

What they do

Problem

Selling used consumer electronics locally is slow and hassle-filled with uncertain pricing and payment.

Solution

A mobile local marketplace app that guarantees an upfront price and payment and sells devices quickly.

Who it's for

Consumers who want to sell used consumer electronics to nearby buyers.

Founders

Ryan Mickle

Founder

Product leader, user researcher, marketer, teacher, learner, writer, and recovering marathoner. I take ideas to launch, fast. Built Brokerkit, from idea to launch in 6 weeks, profitability in 3 months, and acquisition in 18 months. Built consumer marketplaces Yardsale and FOBO (YC S11), both of which had users and sales within 2 months.