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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.Have sold to vairous people with little or no feedback and never had a problem.
I have had problems with people with low feedback, I suspect it's not malicious just that they are unfamiliar with ebay. As long as you have your money in the bank you will be okay But if it's a lot of money (enough that you can't afford to loose it) you must be sure the money has cleared.
I always use paypal for overseas buyers (cashing non uk cheques is a no no). Also make sure your P&P costs are correct - you can charge for packing as well as postage. Plus when you post your item if it's under �28 you are insured if you get a free certificate of posting from the PO (write the full details on the reciept) over �28 I would recommend insurance - loosing a parcel is a nightmare - you will be able to prove to your buyer you posted it. I have had a parcel go missing and Royal mail were diabolical, I did pursue the claim over many many months but as a result I advise buyers that I will not pursue a claim but will furnish them with the paperwork neccessary for them to claim.
If anyone is planning to commit fraud on e-bay they will probably do quite a lot of problem free purchases or sales first to build up a good feedback score before starting the dirty.
Apart from unfamiliarity with the system, you have no reason to fear someone with -no- feedback.
My own e-bay score is very low - I've only ever bought the odd item, but I've always paid by paypal within minutes of the auction ending. Would you refuse to sell to me?
Hi
In my experience eBay is ok! I have had a couple of glitches which were solved by both the seller and (me the buyer) very amicably!
Only recently have I had a seller that said
a) he did not receive the chq
b) he had received it but wrong name on it
c) did i still want the item, if not he would refund me and resell the item
I asked for a refund as the item had been an xmas present and had got it from another place, this was promised, i have not received the cheque refund and the guy is now not a member. eBay dont wnt 2 know
Having been an eBay member for over 4 yrs I would rate eBay but make sure the buyer/seller has viable contact details
Goodluck