How To Write a Classified Ads

Discussion in 'General Marketing' started by tameem, Aug 4, 2010.

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    Hello All,

    Writing your own copy for a classified ad is easy. There are so few words you need to use that you don't have to worry about being a writer or a professional in advertising. You are your own expert in selling your product. The selection of words is the most important aspect of classified ad copy. You need to choose precisely, by not skimping on words to save the cost in the ad. The best way to prepare copy is to first write about your product or service at length.

    Go ahead – list all the benefits. Scrutinize the features and write them down. What sticks out? What is so great about your product? What can it do for the reader who will take the time to write for more information? How can your product help? Will it show how to earn money, does it offer self-improvement, can it help accomplish something appealing and significant? Choose a heading that points out the most significant aspect or feature of your product. Follow up with a few words or details, and finish with a request to write for more information. The best word in a classified is "free," but you must follow up with something free.
     
    tameem, Aug 4, 2010 IP
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    lyardson Well-Known Member

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    thanks for your information. can I get a list of some sites.


    thanks,
     
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    Excellent information. This helps.
     
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    http://www.backpage.com
     
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    Don't forget that there are regional classified ads sites. Like if you're in western Canada then you should use www.buysell.com.
     
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