Lemown Blog
Tips, guides and stories about buying and selling locally in Ireland — from second-hand shopping to selling used furniture.
Best places to buy second-hand in Ireland
A practical guide to buying second-hand in Ireland — from charity shops and flea markets to local marketplaces like Lemown. Save money, shop sustainably.
How to sell used furniture in Dublin
Step-by-step guide to selling second-hand furniture in Dublin — pricing, photos, descriptions, and how to arrange safe local pickup. Sell faster with Lemown.
Local marketplace Ireland: buying and selling near you
Why local marketplaces are taking over from shipping-based platforms in Ireland. Faster, safer, greener — and a chance to meet your neighbours.
Best places to buy used bikes in Dublin
Looking for a second-hand bike in Dublin? Here's where to find quality used bikes locally — from Rebel Cycles to Lemown listings across Dublin.
Buying second-hand in Cork: where locals shop
The best places to buy second-hand in Cork — charity shops, English Market stalls, boot sales, and Lemown listings across the city and county.
How to sell furniture in Galway
A local seller’s guide to selling used furniture in Galway — pricing, photos, safe pickup, and how to reach real buyers on Lemown.
Renting rooms in Dublin: what to expect in 2026
A tenant’s guide to renting a room in Dublin — prices, viewings, deposits, and how to spot legitimate listings on Lemown.
Buying used cars in Ireland: 2026 buyer’s guide
How to buy a used car in Ireland safely — checks, paperwork, prices, tax and NCT. Local car listings on Lemown Motors.
Best local marketplace in Ireland: honest comparison
How Lemown compares to other second-hand marketplaces in Ireland — fees, safety, local focus, and why buying and selling in person matters.
How to sell locally without shipping
A step-by-step guide to selling locally in Ireland without any shipping — pricing, listings, safe meetups, and cash on collection.
Safe ways to buy and sell second-hand
Practical safety tips for buying and selling second-hand in Ireland — spotting scams, meeting safely, protecting your data, and reporting problems.
Tips for meeting buyers safely
How to arrange safe meetups when selling on Lemown — timing, location, cash handling and what to do if something feels off.
How to sell a car privately in Ireland
A private seller’s checklist for selling a car in Ireland — paperwork, NCT, pricing, ads and safe handover on Lemown Motors.
How to sell safely online: the complete Irish seller’s guide
How to sell safely online in Ireland — protect yourself from scams, choose the right platform, price fairly, and hand over the item without stress.
Facebook Marketplace vs Lemown: comparison for Ireland (2026)
Facebook Marketplace vs Lemown — a factual comparison of the two platforms for Irish buyers and sellers based on publicly verifiable features.
DoneDeal vs Lemown: comparison for Ireland (2026)
DoneDeal vs Lemown — an objective comparison of the two Irish marketplaces based on publicly verifiable features. Details may change over time.
Adverts.ie vs Lemown: comparison for Ireland (2026)
Adverts.ie vs Lemown — a factual comparison of the two Irish marketplaces for private sellers, based on publicly available information.
Best marketplace in Ireland: a comparison guide (2026)
A neutral overview of the main marketplaces in Ireland — Lemown, DoneDeal, Adverts.ie and Facebook Marketplace — based on publicly available information.
How to avoid scams when buying second-hand (Ireland, 2026)
A practical guide to spotting and avoiding scams when buying second-hand in Ireland — red flags, safe payments, in-person checks, and how to report bad actors.
Buying second-hand safely: a practical guide
How to buy second-hand safely in Ireland — inspecting items in person, testing before paying, negotiating fairly, and protecting your money.
Selling your first car in Ireland: complete beginner’s guide
First-time seller? Here’s everything you need to know about selling a car in Ireland — paperwork, NCT, pricing, safe handover and the ownership change.
Renting a room safely in Ireland: 2026 tenant’s guide
How to rent a room in Ireland safely — spotting scams, viewing tips, deposits, contracts, rent-a-room relief and choosing legitimate listings on Lemown.
Student accommodation guide for Ireland (2026 edition)
Everything an Irish student needs to know about finding accommodation in 2026 — timing, prices, purpose-built residences, digs, and how to spot scams.
Marketplace etiquette: best practices for buyers and sellers
Marketplace etiquette for Irish buyers and sellers — how to write messages that get replies, negotiate politely, honour meetings and leave fair reviews.
How to write a listing that sells faster
The exact structure of a Lemown listing that sells fast — title, price, description, photos, area, and the small details that double your reply rate.
How to price second-hand items correctly
A practical pricing framework for selling second-hand items in Ireland — depreciation rules, comparable sales, and how to price to sell within a week.
Common online marketplace scams (and how to spot them)
The most common scams on Irish marketplaces — courier fraud, overpayment, phishing links and fake escrow — with real examples and easy defences.
How to meet buyers safely
The definitive guide to meeting marketplace buyers safely in Ireland — timing, location, cash handling, house pickups and what to do if it feels off.
Why buying second-hand is better for the environment
The real environmental case for buying second-hand in Ireland — embodied carbon, packaging, transport and how local marketplaces cut waste at source.
