I was more than a little curious by now because this advertiser was using same re-direct service that I used. I tried a couple of my links and wouldn't you know it, I got "site not found" page also.

I found out a little later that re-direct service had some server problems. They were working on problems but re-direct service was apparently a sideline business for them so it would be fixed - whenever.

Needless to say, I wasn't happy. I scrambled around and changed my links as quickly as I could.

How many sales did I lose? Could have been only a few. Could have been a lot.

How much aggravation did it cause me? A whole bunch, believe me.

You've heard old saying, "You get what you pay for"! Well, I certainly did. "FREE" can still be a good thing if you're just getting started and want to "test Internet waters" before you invest a lot of money.

However, if you have an Internet business and plan to make a profit, "FREE" isn't way to go.

Remember - "You get what you pay for".

7. To find out how to design your web site to fit your visitors needs and wants. This will increase time your visitors spend on your web site.

8. To find out what kind of non-related products or services your customers would buy. This will help your business easily move into a different market.

9. To find out how to better price your products. This will help you sell your products or services at at a price that will pull most orders.

10. To find out where your potential customers spend their time while online.. This will inform you where to market and promote your products.