This is an email that I just sent out to my SSWT Subscribers in a rush this morning. I'm pasting it here as well, unedited, to make sure you see it quick...
Last night I sent you an in-depth 3-part review on BANS, which is the latest coolest thing in creating quick niche affiliate sites: http://www.clicknewz.com/bans.htm
(DO NOT ORDER IT!)
If you missed my review, you can still find it on the main page of ClickNewz.com: http://www.clicknewz.com
As you probably know, I am an affiliate for BANS, and so I make a commission on each sale. That is the reason that I ordered the product myself and wrote an in-depth review on it. If at all possible, I like to do that before making the recommendation to others.
(And it's AWESOME - I highly recommend it!)
The reason I am writing you so quickly this morning, and hoping to catch you before you order a copy, is because I have secured a MAJOR DISCOUNT for you!
I wrote to the developers and asked them kindly if they would extend an exclusive Special Offer to my readers.. and guess what? They did!
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If you use the special link above, you'll get $20 off your order, and get your copy of BANS for only $77. You wont find this offer anywhere else - and its only good for the next 24 hours... so grab it while you can!
The $20 is coming out of my affiliate commission. A gift from me to you, and my way of saying THANKS for reading SSWT each week and being part of the growing SSWT Community online.
Note: The special offer ended at Noon EST on 12/6. You may still get BANS by clicking HERE
Enjoy!
p.s. This link is good for the next 24 hours only, and you MUST order via PayPal on this page to get the $20 discount:
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p.p.s. I have a special package coming to you later today, as promised in last night's email. It includes the audio recording of last week's Niche Research webinar, a Transcript & Screenshot document, and a copy of the Text Chat. All free! Keep an eye out for that and learn my EASY 20-Minute Niche Research Method.
* If you are not already a subscriber and you would like to get that download link as well, you can subscribe at www.SelfStartersWeeklyTips.com (but hurry, so you dont miss the email!)
About Lynn Terry
This product is very interesting and I have been eying for it for quite sometimes.
However, I beleive that you need to be an eBay affiliate to allow commission to be earn from ebay. Quite sad as eBay has rejected my application due to where I stay. So I suggest anyone who want to use BANS, get yourself approved first.
You're right Johnny. But let me see what I can find for you on that note, because I remember the BANS User Manual addressed that issue and I am sure I can find more on that as well - and I'll get back to you with more details.
Any idea why your application was rejected, by the way?
And dont feel bad - Dell rejected my app through CJ, and I blog about their products all the time! 🙄
I aim to fix that though 😉
I beleive it is where I stayed - Singapore. This is a common problem with Singapore affiliate. eBay just reject the application. I am not the only one 🙁
I beleive I can join the eBay Singapore affiliate, but it is pointless joining that now.
It will definitely be a good news if there is a way to be pass that 🙂
Thanks
It is so nice that you are being rejected, ha ha 🙂 If someone like you is being rejected, I feel so much better being rejected lor 😛
I bought this product 30 days ago.
Without any promotion the product has just about paid for itself. Very easy to use and POWERFUL!!!
Hi,
I am new to affiliate marketing, but from what i've seen recently I would love to join in on the fun!
I have seen several offers of various ready-to-go niche-site-packages. They obviously differ in quality and content, but being a newbie i can't really tell which is better. My question regarding BANS is once you finish setting up your site, does their package include any tools which help you promote your site, or is that part completely up to you?
One more question (a bit off...) is what's your opinion (Lynn, or who ever else knows) of the Google Assassin membership (DJK) recently released?
Thank you!
LOL Johnny! Yup, I get rejected all the time too 🙄 hehe
Hi Nicole,
I'm not familiar with DJK...
The marketing is going to be up to you no matter what tools you decide to use. That said, BANS *does* offer great support and also a very active members only forum with a traffic section.
See this link for the 10 free marketing methods that I use myself:
http://www.clicknewz.com/633/traffic-tips-for-new-sites/
Thanks, Lynn. I was going to purchase this last weekend, and got too busy. YAY!
Appreciate the great discount.
Lynn,
Thanks for taking the time share your experiences with BANS. I have this on my list of things to do this weekend.
Your reviews are always well researched and thoroughly edited before you post them. So many people post information on the web before it's completely fleshed out. You provide an example of how to "do it right the first time".
Thank you Brian 😀
Hi Lynn,
I've already bought my BANS--some months ago. I have one store up, but because of some personal problems and illness, it's been neglected. I know it still gets hits, so I'm hopeful of getting it better noticed once I install the new version and do some tweaking--and link it to a new website I'm working on.
I can't remember if you have to be an eBay affiliate for the whole deal, or only if you want to get paid for the people who sign up for an eBay account through your store. Ah, man, the first thing to go is the brain! But, yes, this issue is talked about in the manual.
I love their forum. So many people so ready to help!
Seeing your offer on this really boosts my resolve to get back to making more stores. I had a great time with the first. Should be even more fun with the new and improved version!
Oh, yeah, Shaq? Not at 5 little feet, I don't think so! Cold here . . . fingers aren't typing as they ought!
LOL Anita - you cracked me up with that one 😀
Yes, you want to be an eBay affiliate to really capitalize on your new niche store as the site created revolves around the eBay listings. Obviously you can monetize the site in many other ways as well, but you might as well make the commission on the eBay listings too!
Looks very interesting, indeed! My biggest question, though, is how much customizing can you do so that your BANS site(s) are truly unique and don't start looking like cookie-cutters of everyone else's?
I know you've been busy digging into the script, but just wondering how much you've been able to get in to the css to be able to tell how flexible it is (or isn't)?
It is 😀
I am incredibly impressed with it, Patty. Not only can you edit every element, but the code is clean and simple. You can add content pages, edit the pages the script itself generates to add/arrange content, etc. There is no end to the potential with this one!
Definitely not cookie cutter like so many other "site builders" I've seen.
I just ordered BANS. On Step 1 (or 2, can't remember - Add name to memberlist, I did that, which was basically a confirmation, I then went to go to Step 2, to download everything, but I think when I clicked the confirmation email, the page with the download was replaced with it.
Anyway, I accidently lost the download page, so have been unable get back to it. I put in a trouble ticked (over three hours ago). No response.
I was extremely anxious to get started with this, but am stopped cold because I can't even download it. This is very frustrating. I realize it has only been a few hours.
Anyone have any ideas on how I might be able to speed this along?
The developers are in the UK, if that helps. They are very quick to respond to tickets when they are online though, so I am sure you will have no problem getting it resolved ASAP.
In the meantime, I would recommend that you read through my 3-part review if you havent already, and begin selecting your niche/category. That would be the best way to speed things along and get a head-start.
If you havent yet read over the review, you can find the links to all 3 here:
http://www.clicknewz.com/1227/bans-review-part-3-developing-a-bans-site/
Hi, thanks for the great tip. I am a first timer at this type of marketing and I am looking forward to this new venture. I ordered the software through the link you provided but all I got was a receipt. Did I miss something...I didn't get a download link or anything. Anyone else had this happen? I have already emailed them about it, just wondering if I messed up somewhere. Thanks for the great discount!
Hi Kat,
Ellen had the same problem (see the 2 comments above yours). PayPal must be on the blink tonight. No worries - I'm sure they'll get it resolved for you ASAP.
Ellen & Kat - I had what sounds like the same problem downloading BANS and insted of "saving" I "opened" it - suffice it to say I basically lost it - like it sounds like your problem. I e-mailed "Adam" directly from the Forum area in a PM (private e-mail instead of ticket) and he promptly replied and gave me the download link again. I would suggest trying that. They are extremely responsive & helpful.
Sherri
http://www.YourWeddingDayAccessories.com
http://www.WebAffiliateMarketingOnline.com
Terry,
Thanks for the BANS review. I found a way to build a BANS site using free software and a few plug in's.
My website is still being developed so it looks kinda crappy right now ,but I have already gotten sales.
That reminds me I have to get to work on the site today..better get the coffee brewing!
Carlin
Cool Carlin - and congrats on those sales. I have no doubt you could develop a similar site on your own. Heck, I've been developing niche affiliate sites for years now. What I love about BANS though, is how easy and fast it is to have a site up and running - its incredible!
Great work on the site so far though. Perhaps we could exchange links since our two sites are related 🙂
Hi Lynn
I missed the review of BANS. I like your offer.
I have several questions.
1.What does bans offer? website template or content?
2.Does BANS only work on ebay affiliate? I have join ebay affiliate via cj but only ebay co.uk, italy and sweden. I was declined to join ebay.com. Is it still possible to use BANS?
3. Ebay has lots of product. Do I need several domains to promote different items?
Thanks for sharing.
Edy
Hi Edy,
It is a 3-part review and you can check it out here if you're interested:
http://www.clicknewz.com/1227/bans-review-part-3-developing-a-bans-site/
To answer your questions, BANS is a script that allows you to easily create niche affiliate sites based on the eBay affiliate program. You can add as much content & customization as you like, and even monetize it with additional affiliate programs (or even your own products).
BANS does support the UK eBay program, so you would be fine there.
You can create as many niche stores with BANS as you like - you get an unlimited user license with it. So you can create a custom store using a combination of categories, or create multiple stores each using specific product categories.
You could set up subdomains on a general shopping domain name, or you can register unique domain names for each store (which is what I do). At less than $10 each, its a small investment to give your new site its own domain.
i've read your review.
It's great script. I'd like to try it.
Is your offer ($20 off) still available?
Please send me the link.
I think you'll love it! 😀
You can get a $20 discount by using this link: http://www.buildanichestore.com/lynn-terry-special-offer.php
I arranged an extention, so its still good for the rest of the day!
Thank you for answering my question, Lynn. I appreciate the in-depth review.
Hi Lynn,
Is the offer still available 🙂
Unfortunately it was only good for 24 hours. I was able to get an extension on it, but it ended on Thursday at Noon EST. (Although the offer is good indefinitely for Elite Members 😉 )
Hi there!
I´ve read many good reviews about BANS and I really want to try it by myself.
The big problem so far is, that I got rejected as an ebay affiliate! I signed up with cj.com and applied for all the ebay programs listed their (US / UK / AU...), but I got rejected immediately. Actually I´m from Germany, but my website is written in english and has mostly US-based visitors. So there shouldn´t be a problem with getting an affiliate at ebay.com for example?
Has anybody faced the same problems and got a solution for this problem? Please help me if you can!
Much thanks and best regards,
Querblogger
The only thing I know to try is to email their affiliate manager either through CJ or through their site and see if you can get manually approved...
Good luck! 😉