Help & Suggestions
For assistance placing your ad online, or for further rate package options,
call (918) 583-2121 8:00 am to 5:00 pm CST, Mon - Fri.
You may also place your classified ad in The Tulsa World:
By Phone:
(800) 897-3557
or (918) 583-2121
8:00 am to 5:00 pm Mon - Fri, CST |
*By Fax:
(918)-583-3550
Fax Deadlines:
3:00 pm CST Mon - Thurs
for next day publication.
3:00 pm CST Fri
for Sat, Sun, Mon publication. |
*By U.S. Mail:
Tulsa World
Classified Advertising Dept.
P.O. Box 1770,
Tulsa, OK 74102-1770
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* Please include proposed ad copy, the intended dates of publication, complete name and address for
billing purposes, home phone number, and a daytime phone number if different. A Tulsa World sales representative
will contact you to confirm the ad's schedule and cost prior to publication.
Suggestions for writing ad copy that "SELLS"!
Imagine you're the buyer. As a buyer, what would you want to see mentioned in the ad for an item you're
interested in buying? What would make the item stand out from the rest? Enhance the ad with visuals: boldface
type, a border, even an Attention-Getter graphic.
Remember:
- The more features you include, the clearer the image readers will have.
- Keep abbreviations to a minimum-too many may confuse readers.
- Include the price. If you don't, readers may assume you're asking more than you are. If the price is flexible, say so by adding "negotiable", or "make an offer."
- Include your phone number and the best time to call.
AD WRITING TIPS:
- Avoid Unusual Abbreviations: Too many abbreviations can confuse the reader. Have your ad read back to you by another person to make sure it is correct. Often times when heard from another persons mouth, it can be determined if your ad is clear and concise. Avoid abbreviations for make, model, type of animal (i.e. golden retriever dog, Siamese cat) or products, etc.
- Check Your Ads: The most effective way errors can be avoided is to check your ad for mistakes. Please check your ad the first day it is published, and report any errors immediately.
*Tulsa World will not be responsible for errors after the first date of publication.
- Carefully consider the item(s) you are selling while entering a description. Remember to include great selling points such as usage, miles, hours, age of item, etc. when writing your ad.
- Always include pricing in your ad.
- Don't forget to include your phone number, email or home address.
- Exposure is the key to selling your item(s) quickly, so choose wisely when determining where (print and/or online), how long your ad runs and additional options available!
