Buying an Item Advertised on Iwanta.net 1

What types of ads are found on Iwanta.net?. 1

Where are the advertisers on Iwanta.net com located?. 2

Am I buying merchandise from Iwanta.net?. 2

Do any of the services or merchandise on Iwanta.net come with a warranty or guarantee?. 2

Are any of the vehicles certified?. 2

What areas do you cover?. 2

Placing An Ad. 2

What types of ads are available on Iwanta.net?. 2

What items may be advertised with a “Run ‘til It Sells” photo or classified ad?. 3

How long will my ad run?. 3

What is the deadline to place my ad online?. 3

Why do the online categories differ from the print categories?. 3

How much do ads cost?. 3

When does my ad go “live” online?. 4

Will my online ad run in Iwanta.net & AutoGuide CSRA magazines?. 4

How do I renew my ad?. 4

Will you remind me to renew my ad?. 4

How do I change or cancel my ad?. 4

Do you guarantee that my ad will be successful?. 4

What types of payment do you accept?. 4

Is my credit card information secure?. 4

What is your refund policy?. 4

What is the best way to photograph my vehicle or item(s) for sale?. 5

What if I do not have a digital camera or a scanner?. 5

Do I have to register to place an ad on Iwanta.net?. 6

Register on Iwanta.net 6

Why should I register?. 6

Commercial Advertisers. 6

Whom should I contact if I need assistance in placing a commercial ad?. 6

Registered Users or Subscribers. 7

Why are the phone numbers not visible?. 7

General 7

Who is Iwanta?. 7

Where can I find copies of Iwanta & AutoGuide CSRA magazines?. 8

 

 

 

Placing an Item Advertised on Iwanta.net

 

·         What types of ads are found on Iwanta.net?

Iwanta.net has more employment, general merchandise, pets & livestock, real estate, services and vehicle ads in the CSRA (Central Savannah River Area) and within a 75 mile radius of Augusta, GA than any other website or print publication.  Private parties, franchise & independent car dealers and businesses advertise with us.  In order to assist you in finding the car, merchandise or service you are looking for, we have searches by year, make & model for cars, and keywords for everything else.  We do not accept personal ads, nor ads selling or promoting overseas pharmacies, companies or adult material.  Free ads are for private parties and not for dealers, real estate agents, apartment buildings, commercial property, vacation rentals, collectors, farms, breeders, kennels, flea markets, businesses of any kind or those who buy, sell, and/or trade for a profit on a continual basis. Upon running the 5th ad of a particular type of item in a given year period you are deemed to be a business and must pay the commercial ad rates. Category restrictions are as follows: Vehicle categories are for drivable vehicles only - all others belong in the Parts & Accessories category. IWANTA is not responsible for crimes committed with firearms purchased through IWANTA advertising. All applicable laws, including but not limited to Federal, State & Local laws should be adhered to. IWANTA does not advocate or disagree with the sale of firearms. IWANTA assumes no obligation for accidental errors or omissions in advertising. IWANTA reserves the right to edit, condense, or omit ads at the publisher’s discretion. No part of this publication or website may be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. Policies: It is the responsibility of the advertiser to check his or her ad the first printing or appearance on the website. IWANTA will not refund advertisement costs for errors beyond the first printing of the incorrect ad. IWANTA can assume no responsibility for failure to insert an advertisement.

 

·         Where are the advertisers on Iwanta.net located?

Most of the advertisers, both private party and commercial, are located in the CSRA (Central Savannah River Area) and within a 75 mile radius of Augusta, GA.  Iwanta.net, Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines are the industry leaders in connecting buyers and sellers with our vast array of effective classified ads. 

 

When browsing the ads in any category, you can supply your zip code and sort the ads based on the distance from your location.

 

·         Am I buying merchandise from Iwanta.net?

NO - Iwanta.net, Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines are online and print advertising media, which bring together buyers and sellers. Iwanta.net, Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines do not own or sell anything that is advertised.

 

·         Do any of the services or merchandise on Iwanta.net come with a warranty or guarantee?

Warranties or guarantees provided by the sellers may be available for the services or merchandise on Iwanta.net.  In some cases, extended warranties may be purchased from third parties.  Iwanta does not directly provide any warranties or guarantees.  To find out more information about a warranty or guarantee options, please contact the seller.

 

·         Are any of the vehicles certified?

Many of the vehicles for sale are certified by the dealer selling the vehicle.  To find out more information about a specific vehicle’s certification, please contact the seller.

 

• What areas do you cover?

We have approximately 700 locations where you can find Iwanta & AutoGuide CSRA magazines.  We cover the CSRA (Central Savannah River Area) and within a 75 mile radius of Augusta, GA.

 

 

Placing An Ad

 

·         What types of ads are available on Iwanta.net?

Free ads are for private party and not for dealers, real estate agents, apartment buildings, commercial property, vacation rentals, collectors, farms, breeders, kennels, flea markets, businesses of any kind or those who buy, sell, and/or trade for a profit on a continual basis. Photo ads and classified (without photos) ads are available to private parties.  All ads will run for the number of weeks specified when placing an ad.  There is an option for “Run ‘Til It Sells” photo and classified ads available to private party advertisers only.  Certain restrictions apply to “Run ‘Til It Sells” ads.

 

What items may be advertised with a “Run ‘Til It Sells” photo or classified ad?

 

“Run ‘Til It Sells” photo or classified ads are available to private party advertisers only.  Any type of service or on-going business activity is considered to be a commercial advertiser and does not qualify for a “Run ‘Til It Sells” ad.   A “Run ‘Til It Sells” ads may not be used to sell multiple items in a single ad.

 

When placing a “Run ‘Til It Sells” ad, the content of the ad (except for the item’s price) may not be modified online once the ad has been place.  You must call the office to make the changes to the content of the ad description.  All “Run ‘Til It Sells” ads are subject to approval by Iwanta.net and may be rejected at their discretion.

 

How long will my ad run?

Photo ads appears online (with up to 4 photos) and in Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines for at least one week (depending on when the ad is submitted).  Classified ads appear online and in one or both printed publications from one week or longer (depending on the ad option chosen).

 

“Run ‘Til It Sells” photo and classified ads appear online and in Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines for four weeks.  After the initial four weeks, you may renew, for free,  your “Run ‘Til It Sells” ad every four weeks for as long as you need to sell your item.

 

·         What is the deadline to place my ad online?

All ads submitted online between Monday and Friday noon will be included on Iwanta.net within 24 hours.  Ads submitted online after Friday noon will appear on Iwanta.net no later than Monday noon.

 

Ads placed online by the deadline will appear in that week’s issue of Iwanta and the next issue of AutoGuide CSRA (published biweekly).  The deadline is:  Sunday 6:00 p.m.

 

• Why do the online categories differ from the print categories?

The website categories allow easier browsing for the user in a website environment with different category navigation and the ability to search.  Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines have more categories to fit the parameters of a reader-friendly advertising publication.  Every item in Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines will appear online.  Likewise, all items advertised on Iwanta.net will appear in one or both magazines depending on the ad package selected.

 

·         How much do ads cost?

Private party classified ads without photos are free.  Private party Photo ads begin at only $40, and run for two weeks online and in Iwanta Classifieds and AutoGuide CSRA magazines.  Other packages run in both Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines.  “Run ‘Til It Sells” photo ads (available to private party advertisers only) begin at only $150.00, and run online and in both printed publications (depending on the ad plan selected) as long as you need to sell your item.  “Run ‘Til It Sells” photo ads must be renewed every four weeks.

 

Most ad packages available online will appear in Iwanta magazine, AutoGuide CSRA magazine and on Iwanta.net for maximum coverage.

 

·         When does my ad go “live” online?

All ads submitted online between Monday and Friday noon will be included on Iwanta.net within 24 hours.  Ads submitted online after Friday noon will appear on Iwanta.net no later than Monday noon.

 

Ads placed in by Sunday 6:00 p.m. will appear in the next issue of AutoGuide CSRA (published biweekly) and that week’s issue of Iwanta.

 

·         Will my online ad run in Iwanta & AutoGuide CSRA magazines?

To gain the most exposure for your ad, most of the paid ad packages available online will run in both Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines.  Depending on the options chosen, the ad may run in one or both magazines.

 

·         How do I renew my ad?

Any ad placed online may be renewed by logging in to My Account, and going to the specific ad in My Ads.

 

·         Will you remind me to renew my ad?

YES – We will remind you to renew your ad at least 72 hours before your ad expires.  If you provided your email address when placing your ad you will receive email renewal reminders before your ads expire.

 

·         How do I change or cancel my ad?

Most ads placed online may be modified or cancelled by logging in to My Account, and going to the specific ad in My Ads.

 

Any changes to Run 'Til It Sells or some photo ads must be made by calling the office. Changes and cancellations made between Monday and Friday noon will be effective online within 24 hours.  Changes and cancellations made after Friday noon will be effective no later than Monday noon.  Changes made by Sunday 6:00 p.m. will appear in that week’s issue of Iwanta & the next issue of AutoGuide CSRA magazines.

 

 

·         Do you guarantee that my ad will be successful?

Although we strongly believe that Iwanta.net, Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines offer the best advertising value in the CSRA (Central Savannah River Area) in Augusta, GA., we cannot guarantee results.

 

·         What types of payment do you accept?

We accept MasterCard, Visa and American Express for ads placed online.  We also accept cash, checks and money orders if you are visiting our office.

 

·         Is my credit card information secure?

Using your credit card at Iwanta.net is completely safe.  We use an advanced encryption technology that safeguards your personal information and ensures your privacy as it travels over the internet.  We also maintain a certificate with Thawte that serves as an electronic substitute for your signature.

 

·         What is your refund policy?

We are not responsible for errors made by customers. If you make an error in an ad placed online, you may correct or modify your ad by logging in to My Account, and going to the specific ad in My Ads.  Likewise, you may cancel any ad placed online by going to My Ads in My Account.

 

We do not issue refunds for ads.  If we make a material error in your ad, we will give you a credit toward the purchase of future advertising.

 

·         What is the best way to photograph my vehicle or item(s) for sale?

If possible, please use a digital camera to get the best quality photo for both online and print.  A plain background such as trees or a wall will work best.  Photos taken with film may be scanned and uploaded, but the online photo quality may not be as good as digital photos.  Please do not stand too close to the item that you are shooting.  

 

If you are photographing a vehicle, the best shot of your vehicle is a simple 3/4 shot taken with a digital camera.  See the examples below:

·         What if I do not have a digital camera or a scanner?

If you are unable to upload a photo of your vehicle to Iwanta.net, we offer several options. 

 

(1)     You may bring your vehicle to our office Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.or Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and we will take a photo for you at no additional cost.

 

Our office is located at 725 E. Martintown Road, North Augusta, GA  29841.  Map driving directions to our office using mapquest.com. 

 

·         Do I have to register to place an ad on Iwanta.net?

YES - We need to be able to communicate with you if you are placing an ad on Iwanta.net.  Registration is quick, easy and free.  Registered members have access to several advanced features:

 

Sellers can place and pay for ads which will appear on Iwanta.net, as well as in Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines.

 

Sellers may renew, modify the price, or cancel ads online.  If you provided your email address when placing your ad you receive email renewal reminders before your ads expire.

 

Buyers can save ads that are of interest for longer than the current internet session (in My Saved Ads in My Account).

 

Registered members may participate in online promotions and are entitled to receive email updates on new developments at Iwanta.net.

 

Go to our Registration Page to register now!

 

 

Register on Iwanta.net

 

• Why should I register?

Registering with Iwanta.net is quick, easy and best of all FREE!  Once you become a registered member, you will have access to several advanced features:

 

REGISTERED USERS/FREE SUBSCRIBERS will be able to view ad in their entirety!  This includes all contact information.

 

BUYERS can save ads that are of interest for longer than the current internet session (in My Saved Ads in My Account).  This enables you to do thorough comparison-shopping for as long as you need to find the “item”.  BUYERS ARE NOT REQUIRED TO REGISTER.

 

SELLERS must register in order to place and pay for ads online with our simple and user-friendly online ad placement form.  Sellers may also renew, modify the price, or cancel ads online.  If you provided your email address when placing your ad you receive email renewal reminders before ads expire.

 

ALL REGISTERED MEMBERS may participate in online promotions and are entitled to receive email updates on new developments at Iwanta.net.

Go to our Registration Page to register now!

 

Commercial Advertisers

 

• Whom should I contact if I need further assistance in placing a commercial ad?

 

We welcome inquiries from businesses.  Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA advertising professionals are eager to design a customized package of targeted online and print advertising for you.  Businesses should call our office at 803-279-0009 or email ads@Iwanta.net.

 

Iwanta.net, Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA are the CSRA’s premier sources for classified ads.  We offer superior customer service and generate better response than any other advertising source.  That is why we have more CSRA (Central Savannah River Area) in Augusta, GA.  businesses and private parties advertising than any other website or print publication.

 

Registered Users or Subscribers

 

·         Why are the phone numbers not visible?

Since we are a subscription website, and our magazines, Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA, are paid publications we only allow our free subscribers the ability to view ads in their entirety.

 

General

 

·         Who is Iwanta?

Iwanta was founded in 1974 as the CSRA’s premier classified advertising publication for vehicles, merchandise, businesses and services. Today, Iwanta.net, Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines are the CSRA’s premier advertising source connecting a wide variety of buyers and sellers. Our ad categories include employment, general merchandise, pets & livestock, real estate, businesses services, vehicles, and much more.  New issues of Iwanta Classifieds magazines circulate every week on Thursday morning.  New issues of AutoGuide CSRA circulate every other week also on Thursday morning, and Iwanta.net is updated daily Monday through Friday.

 

Iwanta is a member of Target Media Partners, one of the largest and fastest growing independent advertising publishers in the United States. For more information about Target Media Partners, please visit www.TargetMediaPartners.com.

 

·         Where can I find copies of Iwanta & AutoGuide CSRA magazines?

Every week, a new issue of Iwanta magazine may be picked up in numerous locations. We have approximately 700 locations where you can find Iwanta & AutoGuide CSRA magazines.  We cover the state of CSRA (Central Savannah River Area) and within a 75 mile radius of Augusta, GA. .

 

Iwanta and AutoGuide CSRA magazines are located in racks at most Quik Stop, Circle K, Golden Pantry, Wal-Mart, Amoco, Winn Dixie, Kroger, Kwik Shop, Bi-Lo, and other participating convenience stores, gas stations, restaurants and car washes.

 

If you would like to find an outlet in your area, call our office and we would be happy to direct you to the closest location.