How to put together a good ad

Here are a few tips for advertising something 

Title

The title is your ad in just a few words

• Include what’s most important e.g name of item, colour, size, brand name

Content of ad

Select your county, nearest area and price - many buyers will only look at ads in their area and price range.

What to put in the description

Explain clearly what you are advertising in a few sentences.

Details to include:

• type of item
• what it looks like
• make/model/brand
• information from product spec
• colours
• material/feeling/texture
• the condition it is in
• size and measurements
• what comes with it
• box/packaging
• age
• warranty details
• original price
• new/unwanted gift/unused/second hand
• faults/scratches/issues you are aware of

Other details:

• Are you open to negotiation?
• Times you’re available to be contacted.
• Texts or no texts/private numbers.

Remember

Buyers want all the information in front of them before contacting a seller.

Giving enough information means less questions from buyers.

Photos and video

Upload photos (from your phone or camera) that show clearly the item you’re selling, e.g. close-ups and views from different angles. 

Upload a video to show the item in use to have a better chance of selling it quickly.