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I Tried Brigham City Classifieds Advertising — Here’s What Actually Worked

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I’m Kayla, and I live in Brigham City. I sell stuff. I post local gigs. I hawk cookies before Peach Days. I’ve tested our classifieds, a lot. You know what? They work. Not perfect, but pretty dang good.

If you’d like every gritty detail of my week-long trial, my full journal lives here: I tried Brigham City Classifieds advertising — here’s what actually worked.

Where I Posted (and why I kept going back)

  • KSL Classifieds: Fast for cars, appliances, and baby gear. Feels local, because it is.
  • Facebook Marketplace + “Brigham City Classifieds” groups: Big audience, quick replies, some flakes.
  • Craigslist Utah: Slower here, but good for tools and odd parts.
  • Box Elder News Journal classifieds: Old school, but steady for services (think lessons, lawn care).

I also picked up a few headline-writing tricks from HuntMads, and those tweaks helped my posts pop up higher in the crowded feeds.

I bounce between them. Sometimes I use two at once. It depends on the thing and the season. Before Peach Days, people shop like mad. After? It slows down a bit, like the peaches are gone and folks go back to school. Before you craft your next post, skim these pro tips for creating listings that sell on KSL Classifieds—they helped me tighten my titles and photos.

Real Ads I Ran, With Real Results

  1. Whirlpool Washer — Sold Same Day on KSL
  • Title: “Whirlpool Washer — Clean, Works Great — Brigham City”
  • Price: $140
  • Photos: 7 (close-ups, model tag, inside drum)
  • What happened: 12 messages in 3 hours. One no-show. Sold that night in the Walmart lot by the garden center lights.
  • Tip I used: “Cash only. First come.” I also listed cross-streets and said I could help load.
  1. Peach Days Cookie Boxes — Facebook Group + Marketplace
  • Title: “Peach Sugar Cookie Boxes — Pickup Fri near Library”
  • Price: $12 per box
  • What happened: I posted on Wednesday evening with two bright photos. 14 boxes pre-sold by Thursday lunch. Two porch pickups ran late, but the rest were sweet and quick.
  • What I wrote: “Soft sugar cookies with peach buttercream. Smoke-free home. Pickup near Brigham City Library. Prepay or exact cash.”
  • Little note: People love “local” in the title. And mentioning Peach Days helps. It’s a vibe.
  1. Yard Sale — Multi-Post Strategy
  • Platforms: KSL + Facebook group
  • When: Thursday night for a Saturday sale
  • What happened: About 40 people came. Kids’ clothes at $1 flew. Old books barely moved. I put “Early birds okay at 8:00” and they showed up at 7:50 anyway.
  • Tip I tried: Neon signs at Main and 300, plus the post. Listings matter, but signs still win.
  1. Piano Lessons — Box Elder News Journal + FB Group
  • Ad text: “Piano lessons near USU Brigham City. 30-min weekly. All ages. Open 3 spots.”
  • What happened: 3 calls in one week from the paper. 5 messages from Facebook. I kept 2 new students. One mom asked for evening slots; I didn’t have them, so I lost that one.
  • Cost: The paper ad wasn’t free, but it was fair. For me, the paid print spot added trust. It just felt solid.
  1. Used Double Stroller — Craigslist + KSL
  • Title: “Double Jogger Stroller — Clean — Brigham City/Perry”
  • Price: $90
  • What happened: KSL hit first (5 messages), Craigslist got me the buyer. Met by Smith’s, daylight, quick handoff. I did get one lowball at $40. I passed.

The Good Stuff

  • It’s quick. A clear ad with good photos gets eyeballs fast.
  • It’s local. People know landmarks. “Meet by the library?” Easy.
  • It’s cheap or free. Most posts are free; boosts help if you’re in a rush.
  • People are kind here. I’ve had folks bring exact cash and a smile. Small town magic.

Curious how these local wins stack up against broader online campaigns? I broke down a head-to-head test of today’s slickest internet platforms in this guide: I tested the best internet advertising so you don’t waste your budget.

The Not-So-Great

  • Lowball offers. I got a “$60 now?” on the washer within minutes.
  • No-shows. I plan one backup buyer. Saves my sanity.
  • Scams. If someone asks you to send a code, no thanks. Cash in person only.
  • Slow categories. Books and bulky couches move like molasses.

What Worked Best For Me

  • Post early morning or after dinner. People scroll with coffee or TV.
  • Use 6–8 clear photos. Clean the thing. Wipe fingerprints. It matters.
  • Add local cues. “Pickup near the Library” or “by Walmart garden center.”
  • Give the key facts: condition, age, size, smoke-free/pet home, and if you can help load.
  • Set a firm plan. “Cash only. First come. Porch pickup okay.”
  • Price with wiggle room. I price a tad high and accept fair offers.
  • Repost or bump if needed. Once, a $10 boost on KSL got me 5 fresh messages in an hour.

Little Mistakes I Made (and fixed)

  • I once wrote “Like new” on a scuffed stroller. Buyer called it out. I changed it to “Good used shape” and it sold. Honesty travels.
  • I skipped the size on a dresser. Five messages asked the same thing. Now I measure.
  • I used one dull photo for a fancy mixer. Crickets. New pics with better light? Gone in a day.

Safety Notes I Actually Follow

  • Daytime meetups in public spots. Library, Smith’s, or Walmart.
  • I tell a friend the time and place.
  • No codes, no checks, no shipping. Cash only.
  • If it feels off, I cancel. No item is worth the weird.

One more privacy wake-up call: I’ve watched sellers include way too much “proof” in their photos—sometimes even selfies—that they assume will vanish after the deal. In reality, those images can wind up on public leaked-nudes archives like this where anyone can scroll through compromised shots, a chilling reminder that the internet never forgets and that keeping your classifieds photos PG is the safest bet.

Speaking of sensitive categories, some sellers branch into adult-only listings far away from their home market to keep things discreet. Browsing the structure of sites like Erotic Monkey’s Beaumont hub shows how specialized, review-driven, and privacy-focused those adult classifieds can be—the page breaks down user feedback, screening tips, and rate expectations, which is handy intel if you’re ever considering advertising 18+ services or just want to study the high-privacy side of classifieds.

Costs You Can Expect

  • Facebook: Free for most stuff.
  • KSL Classifieds: Free for many posts; paid boosts exist and can help when you’re in a hurry or in a crowded category.
  • Craigslist: For-sale is usually free; some categories have fees.
  • Box Elder News Journal: Paid, but it pulls steady service calls. Worth it if you’re building trust.

If you’re curious about what a print spot might actually cost around town, this quick rundown of the cost of newspaper advertising in Brigham City lays out typical rates and circulation numbers.

If you’re weighing whether to boost a post or dive into paid display spots, here’s exactly what happened when I put modern ads through their paces: I tried modern ads so you don’t waste your budget.

My Bottom Line

Brigham City classifieds advertising works. It’s fast for the right items, friendly for local services, and kind to your wallet. I’ve sold washers, strollers, and cookie boxes. I’ve filled piano lesson slots. Sure, I’ve met a few tire kickers. But I’ve also met my favorite repeat customer, who now buys a dozen cookies every peach season. Funny how that happens.

Would I use it again? I already am. If you’re clear, honest, and a little patient, you’ll do just fine. And if you’re posting the week of Peach Days, well, post early. People are hungry—for peaches and deals.

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