Why has Audiogon suspended "Wanted" ads?


Audiogon's reasons for suspending "wanted" ads includes safety as a concern, yet only 10 disputes are listed in the "disputes" section and none implies that it began with a "wanted" ad in the text. These ads have always been most useful to me, but clearly do not generate revenue for Audiogon. Thoughts?
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They have worked for me also. That even includes new. I was looking for some cables a while back and a dealer offered me some new ones at a large discount.

It can also be like Priceline.com.. Set your own price. I got a CD player for a friend by listing his maximum price and desired condition. Within two weeks a seller appeared.

I agree that "Wanted Ads" are extremely helpful and useful. I have found equipment on Audiogon because of them. Sometimes, one can't find the piece for which he is looking. It simply isn't listed for sale. Someone within our audiophile community may have that component, or may know where to find it.

I hope that Audiogon reconsiders, and is able to resolve this issue. "Wanted Ads" are a good idea.
Something very negative might have happened we don't know about. They talk about better "safety" in their notice if they bring it back.
Why don't they charge a nominal fee, say $0.50 per ad. if revenue is the main issue?