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Selling Tips - Pricing Your Items To Sell

Another selling tip for all you ‪#CubaDotMy‬ users! Remember to always put in a realistic price in order to attract more buyers.

Online pricing affects your listing’s search visibility, whether it sells, and for how much it sells.

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Make sure you include a price
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Have you ever wonder whether or not to start putting classified online ads but still unsure if you are putting it up the right way or vice versa, then you should think again the possibilities there are lots of common mistakes that everyone will tend to do. So it is better to know how to do things right and don’t make so much mistakes and getting yourself repeating the errors over and over again. Always keep in mind that even the smallest mistake appear in this business might mean you will not get any response any sooner or worst scenario would be no response at all.

By all means, Cuba.my has continuously share some useful tips and info for all viewers and we are generous to share more to help users. Herewith the list of some of the common mistakes mostly everyone would tend to do when it comes to online classified ads, the 3 main common errors are:

Common error #1 No proper contact information
It is utmost to make sure you always have the right contact information included inside your ads. Otherwise, you can be more than just having empty hope of not getting a single respond. The least you need to include besides your valid contact number is your email address. Being cautious to prevent unwanted disturbance it is a good prevention but it is always better to give some not-so-confidential data such as email so that people could contact you at times you are not available to answer calls.

Common error #2 Insufficient description
The next common mistakes when it comes to classified online ads is the description provided. Many people don’t give enough description to the services or products offered that leads to a half past six understanding to people who might have interest there and then. So the most important thing to be done here is having full layout and information about what you have to offer and because by these mean will attract people’s attention and therefore generate profit for you.

Common error #3 No Image or visual info
The last common error usually occurred was when you dismiss images, pictures or photos of the products or services that you are offering. Research done stated that people do not pay attention towards any online ad unless they can see something that can fulfil their eagerness to know more. Unless you are asking people to put a blind faith on you, probably you will miss this important part – the truth is you are not going to sell anything out without a picture!

Cuba.my believes that the greatest way to reach people also points out a fact that online classified ads should be posted carefully. Make sure you stick to the above mentioned requirements and don’t miss any detail because every single one is more than important. Keep in mind that when you are selling something you need to give your best and make the ad perfect and informative as well – this is the safest and at the same time surest mechanism that will ensure the quick sale of your products or services. By avoiding these 3 main common errors, we trust you have a clear view on what to be done the right way!

We hope these info helps you understand better and if you are looking for best classified sites then don’t forget to visit www.cuba.com.my!

Online classified advertising is a popular, effective and a free marketing resource for online promotions & commerce activities. However, not all online classified ads are created equally. Have you ever posted an ad online but your post sits there with no response? Or perhaps you’re not getting the replies you were expecting. No worries, that happens sometimes. Why not try your luck here in Cuba.my. We could guide you on some tips and effective methods to create and post your ads.

=> Grab the attention of your viewers with a booming title/headline
Is your title/headline noticed by others? In case you’re not, try using key words or phrases that may catch the viewers’ attention. When crafting your ads title, be descriptive with keywords that specifically relate to your ad. Enhance your title so that viewers will read further on what you have to offer. Avoid using lengthy title/headline to ensure your viewers put interest to your ads at a quick glance. Highlight important variables that will immediately take hold of interested individuals.

=> Describe your item well with an accurate and specific description
Not everything can be lumped in your headline. Describe and be specific on your ads. The more details you can provide, the better the quality of buyer you will attract, and the fewer calls and emails you will get requesting additional information. Share the details of your ads within the correct description field inside the classified ad. Include all the variables that would be of value for potential and interested individuals.

=> Include pictures or related photos to attract attention
A picture is worth a thousand words. This saying is especially true online, but only if your snapshot is in good quality. Everyone is all drawn in by a picture. Make sure the image is clear and well lit. With the plethora of classified listings available online today, we want to give you every opportunity possible to stand out from the crowd. One way to do this is to use images of your product, business, or promotion to provide the viewers with a feel for what your ad is about and why they should click on it to learn more. However, not all pictures are created equal. Avoid image that is too small, too dark or blurry as it won’t create as much buyer interest.

=> Price your item reasonably and realistically
When viewer looks at classified ads, they are looking for a significantly lower price. If your title/headline says it all and the photo is clear, like those retail stores, sometimes the reason you ad stays on the market is the price. Be sure to list it at the current market value. Remember that viewers are looking for a deal! Be realistic and reasonable with your pricing to encourage potential individual to contact you about your products or services. Set a price that makes sense in the current economy. If possible, provide an equitable starting point for negotiation or sale of your promoted listing.

=>Spread the news
Online advertising is all about telling your community of what you have to offer so tell everyone you know! This is one of the reasons why you should try posting in Cuba.my. Send out an email and Facebook, Google+ and Twitter your friends, telling them where you post your ads and provide the link. The more people know, the higher chances of likely a buyer will be found. Once you have a potential, be sure that your contact details provide for quick and easy methods of communication with you.

Always bear in mind that all bargaining are just like a traditional garage sale, some items sell right away, while other more unique pieces may take a little time. Have patient and be ahead updated. Cuba.my hope that you manage to generate some splendid ideas on posting your ads via us. Good luck and happy selling!

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Human creates/produces wastes everyday. When things become unused, worn out and unwanted, we just wanted to ditch that bunch of dumps away. It’s our habitual to get rid off stuffs that seems no value to us but little that we know, some stuffs that we wanted to throw away has a second grade value. Well of course we don’t usually get back the same value on money spent earlier but if there’s a buyer, there’s definitely a sale coming on.

It seems amusing watching the neighbors or passer by stroll by and stop, digging through the pile of dumps you've threw and collect some free loot . Well, unless of course no one wants your old castaways if there’re no value sentiments in it. Then it's a shameful waiting for the scornful shakes of the garbage men's heads comes for collection.

Actually, you can benefit yourself out the clutter around the house. Why not trade your unwanted items into cash rather than dumping these money-making ‘trash’? Nowadays, second hand items are valued to people who can’t afford brand new purchases, people who loves collectibles and those who wanted more functional stuffs.

There’re lots of platforms or marketplace via online for you to post up your used goods that might interest some buyers. Or perhaps you, yourself are looking for items within your budget - used/second hand items are mostly cheaper and affordable. You can advertise almost anything you had in mind – cars, books, clothes, gadgets, homes, and the lists go on.

There are lots of ways you can make money from, depending on the items offered, how much you're expecting to get and how much effort you're willing to put into your trade. Plus, with recent miraculous shifting in development, we don’t just sell second hand or utilizable stuffs. Even a running business is salable but of course you don’t sell a lifeless trade/company.

Take a short trip back to the older years - garage sales, consignment shops, antique stores, auction houses and junkyards are the famous places where unwanted stuffs always end up to. Perhaps you are the type that kind enough and big in generosity, you might just as well donate your stuffs to the needy. Back then charity wasn't all about fame and money. Well, that’s the condition like previously.

So, it is enjoyable to get some cash for the clutter you no longer want. But out of the junks or trash you wanted to get rid off, please make sure the condition of the items are usable and you’re not selling garbage.

The most important issue is that you get the right channel for your offerings. As in Cuba.my, we help you getting things done in the simplest way. If you intend to sell or buy, just post up your request and let us do the ‘magic’. Choose Cuba.my as your stand to sell/offer/promote. Money doesn't just drop from the sky or out of nowhere. You can turn your ‘trash’ into cash now - with decent action.

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If you’re not selling a brand new item, your buyers don't expect it to be 100% perfect, flaws are okay.

An honest, accurate description of your item’s condition increases buyer satisfaction, helps you build a loyal customer base, and promotes positive feedback ratings.

A simple guidelines below:

Clearly identify your item as refurbished, a demo, or opened throughout your listing.
Use a 5-star or 1-10 rating system, indicates the item condition level.
Clearly describe wear and tear, flaws, defects, malfunctions, missing parts or accessories, and any other imperfections.

Read the article below to get some ideas

Classified ads have been around for a very long time. Even the cave men had them. Back in those days the ad may have looked like a stick figure with a bow and arrow and may meant “selling good bow with one arrow, cheap.” Now we have internet and free classified ads. These ads are much more sophisticated than print version ads. They include pictures and have a decent amount of text to describe your product.

Placing a free classified ad is easy. There are just a few things to think about and a few things to do before making your ad visible to the entire civilized world. These are common sense starting points before writing your free classified ad.

Who are you targeting with your ad? This is important. Is your target audience a man or woman, boy or girl, old or young?

What you are selling. If you are selling multiple items be specific. Posting an ad for an estate sale is not going to do you any good if you don’t let your public know what you are selling. The what if the sale also goes back to the “who.” If you’re selling girls bikes you’ve got the who as well as the what.

When are your items available? When is the best time for a customer to come and look at them and maybe buy them? Post the time in the ad. If you’re putting a telephone number in your free classified ad put the best time to call. It’s a good idea to ad a pm or am after the time.

Where can your customer come and see your items. It’s not necessary to put an address in the ad. It’s probably not advisable to put an address in. But it’s easy to say something like “near the Sentul on Jalan Sentul Manis, in Any Town, call for instructions.

How much money are you expecting for your items? If you feel that you’re not going to budge on the price just ad the words “priced to sell” or “firmly priced” to let your customers know that there will be no negotiating.

When placing a free classified ad it is helpful if you type the ad in a word processor before submitting to the free classified ad site. Most free classified ads do not have spell check and a lot of credibility will be lost if you misspell a word. Just about all word-processing programs include spellcheck.

Don’t use texting lingo in an ad. What works well on a phone as an instant message doesn’t look so hot when posted for weeks or months. It is a good idea to write your classified ad on a word processing program and then copy and paste your text into the free ad. This way you’ll be able to spell check. This will also give you the advantage of being able to submit the same ad to different free classified ad sites. If you post a professional looking and sounding free classified ad you’ll get professional results.

Always be truthful in your ad. If the product has a major defect, explain the defect in the ad. There is nothing more frustrating for a buyer than driving a half an hour to look at an item that looks nothing like the description in the ad. By leaving important details out of your free classified ad you are wasting both your customer’s time and your time.

You first have to put yourself in their shoes, and get inside their heads. What are their needs? Their desires? Their fears? Their concerns?

It is a lot easier to deliver what the client wants in your product or service than it is to guess or assume. If you identify your clients need, you will then be able to simply deliver that to them, saving you both time, money and improving the experience.

Below are some guidelines:

Writing an effective title
Make a clear, compelling first impression by writing a great title for your item.
Writing an informative description
The description is your opportunity to provide buyers with more information about the item. Be sure to use complete sentences and correct spelling and grammar.
Better photos sell better
Great photos can help you sell more! To maximize your visual appeal, include multiple item photos as often as possible.

Examples of titles and descriptions

Example 1

Apple iPhone 5 (Latest Model) – 16GB – White & Silver Smartphone

A slim and stylish design makes the Apple iPhone 5 lightweight and easy to carry around.
- Phone is 4 months old and in great condition.
- Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
- Comes with charger and screen protector.
- Up to 480 minutes of talk time
- 4-inch Retina display with a resolution of 1136 x 640 pixels
- Packed with great features!

Example 2

Portal 2 XBOX 360 – Original, Never Opened

- Portal 2 is a great first-person action game! Test your ability to think and act creatively as you use the wormhole creating portal gun to produce your own path through otherwise sealed surfaces and across the open spaces of the game. Oh, yeah!
- Game comes in the original box with instructions.
- Break the laws of physics in ways you never thought possible.
- The item is new and was a gift - I'm selling it because I already have it!

Please see my other videogames by clicking View seller's other items. Thanks for your interest!

Example 3

Levi Strauss Women's Medium Red Leather Jacket

Up for sale is this beautiful red leather jacket. This jacket is pre-owned and shows some wear around the cuffs, but is still in great condition – no rips, stains, or holes. Kept in a smoke-free environment. Loaded with swagger! Rock this jacket out on the town with your black jeans and moto boots!

Size: Medium
Color: Burgundy red
Fabric: leather
Lining: cotton

Very easy, right?

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