Why can't I post a thread or even reply to a topic in the Design Sales & Offers forum. I don't see anything in the rules about having a certain amount of posts or anything so what's the deal?
I don't think you looked far enough into the rules
These rules pertain specifically to the Offers & Requests sections.
# You must have made at least 5 posts before you can post to this section.
# Advertising is limited to one ad per 5 days posted in the Advertising Forums.
# Members may not intentionally "trash" another user's advertisement thread.
# Members may not criticize or pass comment on another user's advertisement.
# Any attempts to defraud or deceive our members may result in your account being suspended.
Here's an idea. When you can't figure something out, try the 'search' button at the top of the page to see if 6 million people have already asked the same question before you.
Here's another idea. When you see a sticky thread with rules about the forum you are about to post in, read that thread - all of it.
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