What are the frequently asked questions about Buy Nothing?
This is a dynamic document that answers Frequently Asked Questions sent to the Buy Nothing Project co-founders.
How many people are involved in the Buy Nothing movement?
The entire movement at all levels is led by volunteers, at least 12,500 of us give our time each day to empower giving, receiving, and sharing. Some Buy Nothing communities use our foundational documents as-is, without any edits; we refer to these as Global Standard groups.
Why did the Buy Nothing project document change?
The Buy Nothing Project’s documents change in response to real-world experiences and feedback we receive about the impact of local group leaders’ actions. We have removed the old versions of our FAQs that were meant to answer questions about local groups as they can potentially cause harm to participants.
Can a Buy Nothing group give a gift?
People in a Buy Nothing group can give any legal gift (i.e. following national and local laws), whether it’s an item or a gift of self (service, skill, etc). People can request any legal gift. All gifts have the same value – priceless. People can lend and borrow from each other.
Is it a good idea to buy a new van?
Buying a new van might seem like a good idea to some people, but the truth is, a used van can still be reliable and save you a lot of money. If you are thinking about buying a used van, here are tips to help you find a second van that is right for you.
What did I buy in my Buy Nothing year?
So, it turns out I just completed a “buy nothing year” with clothing—including shoes, accessories, everything. I’ve written a couple progress posts on this topic below:
How can I buy a van from Honest John?
You can also use the Honest John Vans pricing tool and Price Any Van website to get a snapshot of average values Beware of dishonest traders who try and pass themselves off as private sellers to avoid their legal obligations. When calling a private seller, always start the phone conversation with “I’m interested in the van for sale”.
Can you buy a used van from a non VAT registered dealer?
A non-VAT registered dealer or business: If you buy a used van from a trader, private individual or business that is not VAT-registered, you will not be charged VAT on the purchase price. In this instance you are not eligible to reclaim VAT.