Why not more dealers take trade ins?


Our hobby is definitely an amazing hobby! I know some of us would like to demo or probably purchase new gear but with the economic uncertainty this days, it could be a challenge. I know many audio sites represent a great outlet to save some hard earned$$. I want to help my dealer when I can because they also have employees and payroll responsibilities. My question is, why not more dealers accept trade ins? Wouldn’t that be a win win situation for dealers and audio enthusiasts/Audiophiles? 
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A dealer here will sell your used item for you on Audiogon when you buy the replacement from them. They take the photos and place the ad. You get the funds, minus all Audiogon fees -- the dealer doesn't take a cut. The gear often sells for more when offered by a dealer, so it's a good deal all around.
Hi,
There are so many places to buy and sell used equipment.
All depends from dealer, store traffic and unit. Normally a trade in is a very nice profit biz but nowdays can become something of a piling stock plus some warranty and after sales service is dealer's responsibility. 

They have to test it, store it, provide a minimal warranty, have someone market it, have it sitting around for months, etc. etc. all the while competing with all the internet venues.

Sounds like a great business plan to me.

The question is, why do you think they should take trade ins?
when I sold Audio, some of the trades we took in sat for a few years. When a dealer takes in a trade, it takes away from their profit on the new item and they don’t recoup their money until the trade is sold as well. It seems like a lot of Work and time to make your profit.  I ever refused a trade, but I would give a very low price for it if I knew the piece was a dog.