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Buyer / Seller Tips

Promote Your Classifieds on Twitter

by Michael on July 10, 2009

Did you know you can promote your classifieds across your Twitter network? It's easy. The contact form  of every classified ad has a small "Add This" button. Just click on the "Add This" button and select Twitter to log in to your Twitter account and easily publish your classified on Twitter — including a simplified web link.

The "Add This" feature also allows you to post your listings to Facebook, MySpace and other social networking sites. Questions or comments? Click here to give us your feedback.

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What Makes a Good Photo?

by Nicholas on April 23, 2009

Adding a photo to your classified increases the effectiveness of your ad. But is your photo helping? These tips will help you take a better photo. A good photo:

…Has plenty of light. Park your car in the sun. Take a picture of your home with a blue sky.
…Has sharp focus. Push the camera button half-way to auto focus, then click for crisp detail.
…Shows one item. There should be one item in the frame, with few distractions and a plain background.
…Uses the rule of thirds. This photo (top right) of a pug puppy is a perfect example.

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Opportunities for First Time Home Buyers

by Michael on February 11, 2009

The Wall Street Journal today highlights some good news for at least some folks in this housing market. Those who sat on the sidelines as housing prices skyrocketed now have the chance to take advantage of this buyer's market. First-time home buyers make up a larger percentage of buyers now than they did a couple of years back. Click to read the article.

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