How Cruz Trade Works
Santa Cruz neighbors trading skills, renting tools, and getting things done — together.
Post what you offer
List your skill, set your rate (hourly or per project), and add photos. Takes 3 minutes. Your listing goes live immediately to neighbors in your area.
Get discovered locally
Neighbors searching your area see your listing. The more detail and photos you add, the more bookings you get.
Show up and do great work
Once a booking is confirmed, show up and do great work. Mark the job complete when you're done — no paperwork, no invoicing.
Get paid — no awkward asks
Funds are released automatically once the job is marked complete. Payout hits your bank account in 2–5 business days. No invoicing, no chasing clients.
5–8% fee — only on completed paid transactions
You're protected — dispute resolution if anything goes wrong
Build reputation — reviews grow your local business
Trade/barter — offer skills or items instead of cash
READY TO EARN IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD?
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