A tip for the somd.com classifieds

[vraiblonde]

If you're trying to sell something in the classifieds, take an extra second and make sure the item is spelled correctly. Potential buyers often search for items of interest and if your item is not spelled correctly it will not come up in the list of results.

 

[PrchJrkr]

If you're trying to sell something in the classifieds, take an extra second and make sure the item is spelled correctly. Potential buyers often search for items of interest and if your item is not spelled correctly it will not come up in the list of results.

What's BigBlueGums trying to sell?

 

[Popster]

FWIW, when buying I often search for common misspellings. Once in awhile you will be the only one bidding/inquiring about an item and will get it at a fantastic price. I got a brand new All-Clad saute pan with lid for $20 this way.

 

[PeoplesElbow]

Also it helps if you call it the correct thing. I can't tell you how many radial arm saws I have seen on Craig's List called a Table Saw, Radio Arm Saw, Radio Alarm Saw, etc.

 

[vraiblonde]

FWIW, when buying I often search for common misspellings.

That's a good idea. Some folks, however, are quite creative when it comes to spelling.

 

[getbent]

I like when they post the pic also. It's not that expensive to do that is it?

 

[vraiblonde]

I like when they post the pic also. It's not that expensive to do that is it?

You get one pic free per ad, then they're $1.95 for each one after that.

 

[getbent]

You get one pic free per ad, then they're $1.95 for each one after that.

Sounds like a deal! Wish more people would utilize that.

 

[vraiblonde]

Sounds like a deal! Wish more people would utilize that.

A lot of them, if they're just selling a general merchandise item, don't have a pic but I, too, like to see a photo. Makes the ad look better, #1, and it's nice to see the item.

 

[GURPS]

That's a good idea. Some folks, however, are quite creative when it comes to spelling.

works on ebay as welll