Monday, February 9, 2009

Use online classifieds not newspaper classifieds

By Jack Keppe

It does not matter what you are looking to do, sell a product or advertise a service the Internet is a far superior choice over the old fashioned newspapers. The web is getting stronger and stronger by the day and it is where you want to advertise or post on. There are many reasons why you will want to use the web for posting or advertising such as national exposure, a broader base that is reached and regularly updated and the fact that in most cases you can post for free.

With the classifieds online, unlike the newspaper your ads or post can be easily updated on a daily or regular basis. This feature is great for those who need to constantly update their ad to stay ahead of the competition. If you are advertising a product for sale you can easily change the items description to make it more appealing to your target market, a great feature. A hidden benefit is the ability to post your ad numerous times throughout the week allowing your ad to show on tone of searches.

Another benefit to using online classified ads is the ability for it to be seen by a broader audience. Millions of people are searching the Internet on a daily basis. That same group will soon become your audience and potential clients or buyers of your product. When you advertise in the newspaper it only touches it's circulation base and those who pick it up at the local convenient store or newsstand. When it is seen by the online browser they can also respond to the ad right away via email and pay through the Internet and make the purchase quicker and easier.

Perhaps the best benefit of online classifieds is the fact that you can usually find a website where you dont have to pay to promote your service or expose your merchandise. Most newspapers charge for your ad to be published and it is locked into the paper for a week or more. If the ad is locked in you cannot remove it and risk-having people still calling you after the product is sold or the position filled.

The Internet is a great world that has been able to make the business world easier to compete in. Using the Internets ads are a superb way to get your product promoted or your service advertise for next to nothing on most sites. As most of us have grown up fans of the newspapers they are great for news and the funnies, but not always great for small ads in this fast moving world of today. Posting online is a much better way to get in the face of those who need your attention. - 17943

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