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Founder of ShopBroker, on a mission to revolutionize local commerce -- making it safer and more rewarding for communities across the GTA and beyond.

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Why Local Beats Online Shipping: The Case for Neighborhood Commerce

Discover why buying and selling locally is better for your wallet, your community, and the planet. The case for neighborhood commerce in 2026.

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Product Updates

We've Been Listening: January Platform Updates

Easier payment setup, password sign-in, Flex+ delivery, and more. Here's what we built based on your feedback since ShopBroker 2.0 launched.

Toronto Local Marketplace Guide: Buy and Sell in the GTA

Toronto Local Marketplace Guide: Buy and Sell in the GTA

Buy and sell locally in Toronto, Mississauga, Vaughan, Brampton, and across the GTA. Discover how ShopBroker makes local commerce safe and simple.

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Declutter Your Home in 2026: The Room-by-Room Selling Guide

Turn your New Year decluttering into cash. This room-by-room guide shows you what sells, how to price it, and how to list items without leaving home.

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The Complete Guide to Pricing Your Items: Sell Faster, Earn More

Learn proven pricing strategies that help items sell faster on local marketplaces. Plus, discover Price Genius - AI-powered pricing that does the research for you.

Your Safety Guide: How We Keep Every Transaction Protected

Your Safety Guide: How We Keep Every Transaction Protected

Discover how ShopBroker's payment protection, verified delivery, and privacy features make local buying and selling safer than ever. Your complete safety guide.

Direct Messaging Guide: Buy & Sell Confidently | ShopBroker

Direct Messaging Guide: Buy & Sell Confidently | ShopBroker

Learn how ShopBroker's Direct Messaging helps you ask questions, negotiate prices, and build trust before buying — all while keeping your personal info private.

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New Year, New Listings: Why January Is the Best Month to Start Selling

January is peak selling season. Learn why post-holiday demand creates the perfect conditions to list items on ShopBroker and turn clutter into cash.

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Announcements Featured

We Listened. We Built. Meet ShopBroker 2.0!

ShopBroker 2.0 is here — now live in 7 Canadian cities with Google sign-in, real-time delivery tracking, a public marketplace, Community Stars rewards, and much more.

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Keep Your Main Bank Account Separate (Here's How)

Want to keep marketplace earnings separate from your main finances? Open a free account in 10 minutes. Here's exactly how.

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We Did It! ShopBroker Wins Innovation Award for Sustainability Impact

We're thrilled to share some exciting news with you! ShopBroker has been recognized with the 2025 Sustainability Impact Award at Trend Hunter's Innovation Strategy Awards, part of the Future Festival World Summit. When we started building ShopBroker, we had a simple mission: make it possible for

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The Payment Partner You Already Trust (You Just Didn't Know It!)

Hey ShopBroker community! We've heard your questions about Stripe, and we're excited to share why this partnership makes your local transactions safer than ever. Ever wondered who handles the payment magic when you order from Skip The Dishes, shop on Shopify, or book through Expedia? Meet

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Welcome to Our Growing Community: Your First ShopBroker Feature Update

Hey there, ShopBrokerers! (Hmm, might need to brainstorm some better options here. ShopBrokerians? ShopBroker-ites? We're open to suggestions.) I am excited to welcome those of you who just completed our user testing to our Community Digest. Your enthusiasm for what we're building here in Vaughan has

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ShopBroker Launches in Vaughan: Your Complete Guide to Getting Started

ShopBroker is officially live – and Vaughan, you're first! After months of development and testing, we're thrilled to announce that ShopBroker is now open for business in Vaughan. If you've been waiting for a safer way to buy and sell locally, your wait is over.