Back to the original topic....
If you have an issue with your limit on "conversations" AKA PMs, step up to the GOLD membership.
Don't be a cheap ***...you stated that you have things to sell. You'll be bringing in money to cover it. Wouldn't you think it is the right thing to do? To give a little back to the place that allowed you to reach a wider audience than you'd see at a garage sale?
I'm no advocate for taxation but this is a matter where advertising here to make some money without chipping in a bit is a selfish thing to do.