Why doesn't Audiogon have some guidelines?

Maybe adding "sale pending" isn't as soothing as a fresh clean ad is to some sellers but isn't it the right thing to do. Potential buyers read through these ads ready to spend their money and they don't want to waste their time and hope on something which is no longer available. If I see an ad which I am interested in and it is labeled "sale pending" I will continue to watch that ad. If I respond to an ad which is pending and not labeled "sale pending" it raises a flag for me to beware of this seller. Just something that grates on me.

Gary: I add "sale pending" until it is a done deal. For more popular items I have received emails following this update and always reiterate with individual emails, later on, confirming that the item has definately been sold. It's reasonable to put yourself into a purchasing "mind set" when selling items (this way most will do well with their selling ventures). Sometimes the number of emails (in this process) can be a bit of a burden (or so it seems), but "hey" you are communicating with other hobbyist's (just like in the forums), so set back and enjoy these follow ups. I have met some very nice people (through this process) even though the item ended up not being available for them. The member that I recently sold my SET amp to (due to a forced down sizing) even offered me first dibs if he decides to move on (granted that I get our finances together again:-), I mean really, what a class act. Lot's of very nice people involved in this hobby (JUST PLACE YOURSELF IN THE BUYER'S POSITION WHEN RUNNING ADS AND THINGS WILL CLICK".