A LIFE FOR SALE

Have you heard about this guy in Australia who's SELLING HIS LIFE ? It's up for bid on eBay, and the auction closes on June 29th. Apparently this guy went through a painful breakup and now wants to start over somewhere else. He plans to walk out of the house with only his wallet and passport in hand, and head to the airport for a destination as yet unknown. Intrigued?

Of course my first thought was "What if this works? Is this something that would help us sell our house in Italy?" I wrote about the woman who sold time shares to her house in Italy to help her with the initial purchase. I think she sold a week or more vacation time in her house, then once everyone had finished their vacations (total time was a year I think), she owned the house free and clear.

I think what might make the difference for this eBay auction, and what may have helped the woman with her timeshares was the national publicity they received. Once network television and the news wires pick up these stories, you just can't put a value on that kind of advertising!

I'm not sure I could leave everything I own in my house...I'd have to take my photographs, souveniers and special mementos with me......but all the 'stuff' could certainly be replaced. I guess we're not quite as anxious to get away from our life in Italy as the guy in Australia. Anyway, it's certainly a unique approach, and if you're interested, just click on the link above. He's including his house and all it's furnishings, his car, and even his friends!