Unlocked phone by Friday
East Austin - prefers battery health above 85%
Local reverse marketplace
Post a need. Get local offers.
Create a request, receive offers from local sellers, compare your options, and choose the best match before arranging details directly.
Buyer-led requestsSeller offersPayment arranged by users
SSeller offer preview
Clean device, case included, available tonight.
Best matchPhones & tabletsHome essentialsAuto partsLocal servicesKids & babyEvents & giftsPhones & tabletsHome essentialsAuto partsLocal servicesKids & babyEvents & gifts
Sample request categories
Local demand, organized around what buyers actually need
Preview categories show how buyer demand can be organized once marketplace activity is live.
Phones & tablets
Unlocked devices, repairs, accessories
Home essentials
Furniture, small appliances, decor
Auto parts
Tires, batteries, trims, tools
Local services
Setup help, repairs, moving support
Kids & baby
Strollers, cribs, gear, toys
Events & gifts
Bundles, decor, last-minute finds
Sample buyer requests
Buyer requests give sellers a clear starting point
Demo request cards show the public-safe information sellers can review without exposing exact addresses or direct contact details.
Demo preview
Need a clean unlocked iPhone 14 Pro
Phones & tablets - East Austin area
Example activity
Looking for a compact dining table
Home - 10 mile radius
Offer comparison preview
One request, several seller offers, one clear next step.
Buyers compare price, condition, availability, approximate location, and seller context before selecting a seller. Other valid offers can remain available as backups if a selected deal fails.
Demo preview
Buyer request: iPhone 14 Pro, 256 GB
Good condition, local pickup preferred, East Austin area. No exact address or direct contact shown.
Shortlisted
Verified seller preview
$395- Good condition, 87% battery health
- Available tonight
- About 4 miles away
- 4.8 rating
Selected preview
Local shop preview
$420- Very good condition, case included
- Pickup tomorrow
- East Austin area
- Verified business
Chat unlocks after seller selection. Backup offers are not shown as deleted in this preview.
How Hocalist works
A simple path from request to seller chat
Buyers post what they need, compare seller offers, choose who to continue with, and coordinate the item payment directly after agreement.
01
Start with demand
Buyer posts a request
A buyer describes what they need, where they are looking, and the budget range they have in mind.
02
Sellers respond
Local sellers make offers
Sellers respond with relevant details, availability, condition notes, and any questions before the buyer chooses.
03
Chat after choice
The buyer chooses a seller
Chat opens after selection so both sides can confirm timing, condition, meetup details, and how payment will be arranged.
For buyers
Stop searching every listing. Let sellers come to your request.
- Describe the exact item, budget, and nearby area that work for you
- Compare seller price, condition, availability, and context in one place
- Choose a seller, then confirm details and arrange item payment directly
For sellers
Respond to real buyer intent with focused offers.
- Find buyers who are already looking for specific items
- Send targeted offers instead of broad ads to uninterested shoppers
- Use planned seller tools for visibility, reputation, and offer tracking
Seller plans and credits
Built-in plans for sellers who want better request visibility
Plan cards are previews while pricing, limits, and credits are finalized. Seller billing stays focused on profile tools, offer activity, promoted placement, and request visibility.
Starter
For sellers preparing a profile before wider marketplace launch.
Coming soonstarter preview
- Create a seller profile
- Preview selected local requests
- Send limited offers when access opens
- Basic support
Pro Seller
For active local sellers who need more buyer-request visibility and offer tools.
Coming soonpro preview
- More buyer-request visibility when launched
- More monthly offers when limits are finalized
- Verified seller badge eligibility
- Seller profile enhancements
Local Business
For shops and teams managing higher-volume local offer matching.
Coming soonbusiness preview
- Higher buyer-request visibility when launched
- Team/business profile planning
- Advanced seller tools preview
- Priority placement options planned
Safety and coordination
Clear steps from offer review to buyer-seller agreement
Hocalist supports request discovery, seller offers, buyer selection, and chat. Buyers and sellers can inspect, agree on details, and arrange item payment directly with each other.
Read safety guidanceHocalist keeps discovery separate from item payment.
Buyers and sellers handle item payment directly after inspection and agreement.
Common questions
Clear answers for buyers, sellers, and reviewers
A simple summary of buyer requests, seller offers, account billing, and payment arranged by users.
What am I paying Hocalist for?
Seller plans pay for seller tools, profile features, buyer-request visibility, credits, promoted placement, and related seller services. They do not pay for buyer-to-seller item purchases.
Does Hocalist process item payments?
No. Hocalist helps buyers and sellers discover, compare, chat, and coordinate. Item payment is arranged offline between buyer and seller.
Can I cancel my seller plan?
Seller subscriptions can be cancelled according to the account billing terms shown during the seller plan flow.
Are seller credits refundable?
Unused credits or promotional fees are reviewed according to the seller product purchased. Used credits and consumed promotional placements are generally not refundable.
How do buyers receive offers?
Buyers post a request with the item, approximate area, budget, and useful details. Relevant sellers can then respond with offers for the buyer to compare.
When does buyer-seller chat open?
Chat opens after the buyer selects a seller so both sides can confirm condition, timing, meetup details, and how item payment will be arranged directly.