Advice on Buying/Selling

A bit of advice if buying or selling online.

1. Do NOT use bank to bank transfers, wire transfers or the "Gift" option in PayPal. Buyers will lose protection if you do.

2. Sellers should to ship all items fully insured and with a tracking number. If issues come up with a buyer and you don't have a tracking number or the item isn't insured, you are opening yourself to potential trouble.

3. Take a screenshot of the ad that describes what you are buying or selling. The seller may delete the ad once the item is sold. Keep copies of all correspondence, records and proof of your agreement and a copy of the full description of the item.

4. Get to know who you are buying from. Make sure to talk on the phone if possible before agreeing to a purchase unless you already know the other person. If you have a "bad feeling" about a transaction, go with your gut feeling. Always ask for detailed photos of the item.

5. Keep in contact with the buyer or seller. Buyer or seller anxiety caused by lack of communication after a deal is entered into can easily be remedied by good open communications.

6. Please remember that this is only a method for forum members to help each other. It is YOUR responsibility to safeguard yourself from problems.

Stay Safe
Spider