subject: Tips That Will Have You Searching Successfully on Craigslist [print this page] Tips That Will Have You Searching Successfully on Craigslist
You might be thinking "wait, this article is about how to search on Craigslist?" Isn't this something you already know how to do? Sure, you likely know how to do an okay search, but don't you want the best results? Don't you want to be searching for success? If so, here are some helpful tips for you:
Use a Search Tool or Search Site
There are programs and websites out there that help you search Craigslist as well as other websites. These are designed to allow nationwide searches or even statewide searches. Basically, on Craigslist you are limited to searching on city page at a time. This doesn't always work for some people; a Craigslist search tool or search site gives you more options.
Remember to Use These Sites or Programs
So you got lucky and found a free website that expands the search capabilities of Craigslist? Great! Only problem is that you now need to remember to use it. Sounds pretty easy right? It should be, but you might have a habit to break. If you have been searching Craigslist the hard and old fashioned way, it might take some time getting use to. Just remember to use your search program or site that lets you search multiple Craigslist locations at once.
Use Relevant Search Phrases
If you are looking for a Hamilton Beach blender or an office job at a local doctor's office, search for it. By using relevant search phrases, you get relevant results. This means searching for exactly what you want. Now, this may sound like common sense but you may be surprised how many Craigslist users sit at their computer for 10 minutes or more thinking .what phrase should I use?.
Experiment a Bit with Your Search Phrases
Are you reading this right? I just told you to use relevant search phrases, but now I am telling you to experiment a bit? Yep! This covers all of your bases. You may be brand loyal, but a Craigslist poster isn't and visa versa. Instead of writing "for sale Hamilton Beach Blender" someone can write "for sale blender." Don't miss anything; play around with your search phrases because you never know what you will find.
Search with Misspelled Words
As you know from emails, chat rooms, and forums not everyone has 100% perfect spelling and grammar. It means you can find things on Craigslist that others are missing all because of one little misspelled word. For example, sleigh beds are sometimes misspelled as slay beds. Misspelled keywords don't come up in searches unless that search phrase is misspelled too. It may seem weird at first, but give it a whirl.
