to a certain address but does my item come first?? or do i have to send my money first??
2007-03-26 06:29:24 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Credit
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2007-03-26 06:31:55 · answer #1 · answered by Edgar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ebay seller should have in his listing what the expectations are. Generally, yes -- you do have to pay in advance prior to receiving the item. You might send a certified check or money order (for tracking purposes)...but yes they will probably want to ensure that the check clears before sending you the auctioned item.
If you will be continuing to use Ebay without a credit card -- I would encourage you to do several things. Before purchasing an item -- what is the approval rating of the seller (I ONLY purchase if approval rating is 99% or above), how many items have they sold previously (See Ebay feedback from buyers) a lot or a few items, review some individual buyer's feedback comments (are there consistent problems, only great comments). For the most part Ebay can be a great and honest experience...but there are some very convincing dishonest people. Working with checks and cash is very difficult on Ebay for the seller and the buyer, and usually incurs a long delay (for receipt of checks and clearance of funds). That is why "Paypal" is encouraged (and it has some conflict dispute resolutions features also for buyers and sellers having disputes).
I hope your purchase goes smoothly. Definitely do some homework prior to future purchases.
2007-03-26 14:04:54 · answer #2 · answered by C. M. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You send the money first. Once the seller receives your payment, the seller should ship your item. Make sure that you have a record of payment. If you send a check, you'd have the carbon copy or your bank's record. If you send a money order, you should photocopy the money order (with the number) so that you have proof that you sent payment. If the seller doesn't ship the item, you can complain to eBay and send in your photocopied payment as proof that you paid.
I'd suggest paying through Paypal if you have a bank account. Paypal offers extra protection for most buyers.
2007-03-26 13:30:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to send the money first...my advise is to send payment via paypal you dont need a credit card to set up an account but you will need a checking or savings account. This way if the item you paid for is never recieved by you, you can get your money back from paypal and paypal will go after the seller
2007-03-26 13:32:52 · answer #4 · answered by Invisible Pink RN 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to send the money first. just check the sellers feedback to make sure his reputation is good and it will all be OK. i have bought and sold hundreds of items on eBay with no problem.
2007-03-26 13:33:46 · answer #5 · answered by SKYDOGSLIM 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to pay first!!
If you have concerns about that, check the sellers rating to see how reliable they are. It shouldn't be a problem. But you always pay before you get an item!
2007-03-26 13:32:37 · answer #6 · answered by Nasubi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send postal order crossed that way you will get your item quicker and yes course you have to pay first
2007-03-26 13:33:09 · answer #7 · answered by Andrew R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to pay for it first. Then they will send it as soon as money is received.
2007-03-26 13:32:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'v got to send the money first !!
2007-03-26 13:32:18 · answer #9 · answered by nicemanvery 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
send a money order and once the seller recieves your payment , he will ship. I would make sure they have good postive feedback (the # next to their user name) to make sure they are legitimate sellers and wont rip you off
2007-03-26 13:32:12 · answer #10 · answered by Wizard of Ahhs 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You send the money first (good luck)
2007-03-26 13:31:48 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋