15 Sites for Promoting Your Local Business

02/27/07 - 10:12 AM EST

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4. Ask.com's AskCity
Ask.com recently launched AskCity, a new local search application and one-stop destination for making plans. On one screen, consumers can map a route, make dinner reservations, purchase movie tickets and email plans to others. Pricing for advertising on Ask.com varies.

5. AOL's CityGuide
AOL's CityGuide specializes in providing local entertainment information to AOL service members. Advertising with AOL allows marketers to target consumers specifically by lifestyle and market.

6. Craigslist
Craigslist gets an estimated 10 million unique visitors per day. With an online classified ad format organized by region or city, Craigslist connects buyers and sellers in more than 300 communities; for the most part, posting on the site is free.

7. MerchantCircle.com
This free site offers a local business listing service that allows you to better manage your online reputation and become more visible in search engine results.

8. Dotster
Dotster is a Web domain registration and hosting company offering a local Web advertising package called "Local Site Promotion." You set your monthly budget and Dotster will make your ad visible on all the major search engines.

9. Local.com
Advertising on Local.com will give you access to their more than 10 million monthly customers. Choose from a free basic listing or pay-per-click options.

10. Froogle Local
Google's shopping search engine allows users to search for specific products by location. It's a great way for users to find retail stores regardless of whether you use e-commerce.

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