[OT] How Does Craig's List Derive Money for Its Service?

Sep 09, 2009 6 Replies

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Michael

They charge $25 for job postings. Not sure if they charge more for other services Michael

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Yep, I understand they have no fees. If so, how do they survive?


They charge $25 for job postings. Not sure if they charge more for other services

Michael

Money from their real estate business.

You can\'t have a sense of humor, if you have no sense!

Investment from e-Bay (a 20 percent -- I think -- shareholder).

They invoke a fine when some idiot posts to the wrong category.

Michael

How about worker wanted category? For example, want someone to mow my grass or whatever?

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