PayPal question

[sniper7]

Don't do it. almost certainly a scam. Why would people out of state be looking for items in other states unless it is a very big item or extremely rare?

And if it is big or rare he would either drive out to get it, or be okay with a USPS money order or certified bank check.

don't ship until it is cashed and CLEARS several days later.

[bulletproof]

As a buyer and seller on ebay. I will only pay/accept payment through paypal. I haven't had that many issues. However, craigslist is a little different story... If someone wants to buy something and have it shipped, I'd make sure you talk to them on the phone first. An email can come from any country, but speaking american english isn't something that can be faked. If they have a US based PayPal account with a Verified Address, I'd say you're gtg. But you can always call PayPal CS to ask about the buyer. There is also a place to add the tracking number of the item being shipped as well. I'd ship with a real courier and not with the USPS, they don't have real tracking or good insurance... Which of course always depends on the value of the item; a $100 item is always covered by default. Just make sure you purchase more if you need it.

[CO Hugh]

Don't do it. almost certainly a scam. Why would people out of state be looking for items in other states unless it is a very big item or extremely rare?

And if it is big or rare he would either drive out to get it, or be okay with a USPS money order or certified bank check.

don't ship until it is cashed and CLEARS several days later.

i AGREE too good to be true. As the quote is you can't cheat an honest man!

[bigun1962]

You have several good suggestions. At th SO where I work you pay with a USPS money order,cash or you wait 10-14 business days for service. USPS money orders are the only way to go.