Go Second Hand and SAVE MONEY!

Get a New Years resolution you can keep…

With memories of the festive period fading fast, we are all left with the same subdued bank balance after a period of excess. But don’t let that worry you, here at Freeads we have the answer!

Simply switch to second hand for the month of January and see how much you can save!

What will I find?
- Up to 10,000 second hand gems for under £25!
- Free stuff from other Freeads Freecyclers
- Grab a bargain in YOUR local area before it goes to someone else!

Why is it so great?
- Save money and ease your bank balance back to health
- Do your bit for the environment by choosing second hand!

So to get a resolution you can keep, join us at www.Freeads.co.uk and choose second hand!

After much blood, sweat and tears and following extensive user feedback we are please to announce some big improvements to posting ads on Freeads.co.uk.

Our goal throughout the redesign has been to make it faster & easier for you to post ads on Freeads.co.uk. We have therefore shortened the Post Ad process to 3 clear and simple steps meaning that you can place an advert in just 60 seconds!

We hope you like the new post ad process and will find it faster and easier to use. We have tested the process as thoroughly as possible, however, as with all major site releases it is possible that there will be a few bugs which we have missed. If you have had any problems posting an advert or have any further suggestions or comments to help us make further improvements please let us know via our contact form or by leaving a comment on this blog.

Many Thanks and don’t forget to post an ad,

The Freeads Team

Join the Freeads Club…Interact with over 1 million user online!

From free stuff fanatics to bargain hunters to family pet searches to volunteers looking to help out in their local community, Freeads.co.uk has a home for every type of community, so read on to find one that will be perfect for you!

6 ways to join a Freeads Community:

1. Join the “FREE STUFF” community on Freeads:Browse 1000s of unwanted treasures being given away for free and connect with 1000s of users wanting your old junk! Find a Freebie Online or place a Free Stuff Ad!

2. Join the “COMMUNITY” section on Freeads: Find events, charity fundraisers, organisations, meet with musicians in your local area and much more…- Browse “Community” or place a “Community” ad.

3. Join the “BUY & SELL” community on Freeads:Find over 100,000 items for sale including used cars, pets, mobile phones, computer games, collectables and more…- Browse “Buy & Sell” or place a FREE “Buy & Sell” Ad: http://my.freeads.co.uk/placead/1/buy__sell

4. Become a Fan of “FREEADS ON FACEBOOK”Join the Freeads community on Facebook.com/freeads.co.uk and share your freead with your friends, meret 1000s of like minded people!- Follow Freeads on Facebook.com/freeads.co.uk

5. Join in and Tweet on “UKFREEADS on TWITTER”Tweet your ad on Twitter (use hash tag #ukfreeads) and share your wares with our loyal Twitter community as well as all of your Twitter friends!- Follow “ukfreeads” on Twitter.com.

6. Read The Freeads BlogGet great advice, seller and buyer safety tips and learn how to sell better online to make more money!- Read the Freeads Blog: http://blog.freeads.co.uk

The Freeads Team

So, you’ve decided to give a puppy a new home and are thinking about getting a puppy from a Freeads.co.uk member. But, how can you ensure that you don’t buy from an irresponsible breeder or puppy farmer and end up having to deal with the emotional and financial turmoil that they can cause?

To help you avoid puppy farmers the RSPCA recommend calling the breeder before visiting with a prepared list of questions to help you assess the quality of a breeder. We’ve drawn up a selection of questions that you should try to ask as soon as possible:

• Can you see the puppy’s parents? It may not be possible to meet the father but you should at least see the puppy’s mother.
• Will the breeder take the puppy back if you are no longer able to take care of it.
• How many dogs does the breeder own and how often are they bred?
• Is the breeder KC registered? If they are ask to see their certificate when you visit.
• Have the puppies been socialized with other dogs and animals? Read the rest of this entry →

Unfortunately, we have recently become aware of scams targetting Freeads users selling items using Paypal. As part of our ongoing efforts to protect our users we have put together this short guide to selling with Paypal on Freeads.co.uk.

Firstly, the best way to avoid fraud on classified sites is to meet and exchange goods for money face to face. However, we know that this is not always possible and Paypal can be a safe & secure alternative payment method. There are, however, ways that fraudsters can try and exploit Paypal to part you from your cash or your property.

The most recent scam that we have seen involves the fraudster targetting sellers of high value goods and asking them to send them abroad. They then send emails pretending to be from Paypal informing the user that they have been paid and asking them to ship the item. Once it is shipped, the item is lost. With this scam in mind we have put together our top 5 tips for safer selling using Paypal:

1. Do not send an item unless the money is in your account. Money received via Paypal should appear almost instantly in your account – emails claiming that the payment has been made when you cannot see it in your account are probably fake.
2. Watch out for fake emails. Remember, emails from Paypal will always greet you with both your first and last name. If you are ever unsure about an email you believe is from Paypal – contact Paypal customer services
3. Be very wary of requests to send an item abroad – particularly if the sellers Paypal account is located in the UK.
4. Send items to the buyers “Seller Protection Address”. You can find this by clicking on the “Details” tab in your account history.
5. Insure your goods – that way if they go missing you are covered.

For more information and tips on using Paypal safely and spotting the fraudsters check out Paypals safety tools.

Happy Selling,

The Freeads Team

3 GREAT reasons why YOU should place a FREE ad TODAY!

Whoever you are and whatever you post on Freeads.co.uk, we think that every type of user can find a great reason to post a Free Ad. Whether you are a family  offering kittens for adoption, a car dealership or one of our tribe of free stuff advocates, there is a great reason for everyone to get on board!

So, place an ad today or read on to find out why posting Freeads.co.uk is great for EVERY type of advertiser!

Read the rest of this entry →

Search thousands of items from UNDER A FIVER and get great deal!

With around 9,000 items placed on Freeads.co.uk every day you are bound to find something that matches your taste AND budget! Plus, right now we have nearly 3,000 items for under £5, and over 2,000 free items!

What will I find?

• 1000s of cheap homewares, gardenwares, collectables, leisure items and much more

• Cheap stuff in your local area – search the treasure trove of online car boot style stuff today!

Why is it so great?

• It’s cheap, so you can use your money elsewhere.
• Find your own treasure in someone elses junk!
• It’s much easier than going to a car boot sale!
• Buying second hand is GREAT for the environment!

So don’t delay – check out our cheap stuff under a fiver, under a tenner and our free stuff today!

Happy treasure hunting!

And don’t forget that you can also raise some money yourself by unloading your unwanted items. Simply  place a freead online now – FOR FREE!

In line with the car and van buying advice we did last year, we’re now going to share our motorcycle and scooter buying advice.

What to do Before Buying

There are as many different kinds of motorcycles or scooters to choose from as there are people buying them. When you make the decision to buy a new motorcycle or scooter you should consider the following factors:

• Finances
• Physical Locations Driven In
• Environmental Impact

You will also want to take into account what features and accessories a motorcycle or sooter has to offer, for example:

• Number and Type of Seats
• Storage Space
• Performance

The most important factor to take in when considering a motorcycle or scooter is how safe it is. You’ll want to find out if the vehicle has been in any accidents, and find out what the overall safety rating is. Read the rest of this entry →

Continuing our advice series, here is our buying advice related to items in our second most popular category on the site: motors.

What to do Before Buying

There are as many different kinds of cars or vans to choose from as there are people buying them. When you make the decision to buy a new car or van you should consider the following factors:

• Finances
• Family Size
• Physical Locations Driven In
• Environmental Impact Read the rest of this entry →

Have you ever wanted to know how to get hold of new stuff on Freeads before anyone else?

It really is simple – here is a 3 step guide.

1. Simply browse to your location (e.g. Guildford)
2. Navigate to your chosen category, or perform a search (e.g. Free Stuff > Household, Search: “Sofa”)
3. Click “Receive new alerts by email” at the bottom of the listings

Easy!

Any questions? Contact us here…