Top 4 Trades of August

At the beginning of each new month, we like to go back and see what the Top 4 Trades were from the previous month. This way, we know what our clients are looking for and how trade is helping them in their daily lives.

The Top 4 Trades from August were:

Solar Panels

Looking to make your business or home a little more green? Have you considered solar panels in the past but were unsure because of the cost? Well, we wanted to let you know that you can get solar panels using your trade! That’s right! Save that cash and use your trade and go green a little easier!

Tools

Do you still have a mile long project list? If the answer is yes, then you should make sure you have all the tools you need or see if you need to upgrade any of your tools. Instead of checking out your local home improvement store first for new tools, check out the IMS Marketplace or contact your Broker! We might have what you are looking for, and it would be on trade. So you can use that saved cash on something trade can’t get you.

Janitorial Supplies

Now more than ever, we understand the utmost importance of cleaning our work environment clean and sanitary. If your business budget is tight, get your janitorial supplies on trade and save your cash for other important matters.

Magazine Advertising

Magazine Advertising may be pricey - averaging $500 - $20,000 spending on the publiciation (local vs national) the size of the ad, and if it’s color or a negotiated multiple-ad rate - but it’s easily one of the most effective forms of print advertising. How’s that? Well, 62% of readers take action after seeing an ad in a print magazine and 60% of magazine readers will spend at least 30 minutes reading each issue. This last point is key because the average time a person spends on a website is roughly 15 seconds. You’re lucky if you can get them to stay for a minute, a miracle for 3 minutes. If you want to save some serious cash and tap into the power of magazine advertising, contact an IMS Media Specialist today!.



Isn't it amazing what trade can do for you?

If you are looking for something specific, don't hesitate to contact your IMS Broker today!

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