EBay Safety Tips

[Speedah]

^^ I had something similar pulled on me but what do you do if it's not a chargeback but a Paypal SNAD? If this is in the wrong thread, I apologize- just looking for a little elaboration on the safety tip.

[PhilipCohen]

For anyone that is interested, a detailed case study of a blatant shill bidder on eBay, and a comment on eBay’s attitude thereto, at xx please don't post links to it.

[kannewguy]

Check out goofbay.com for seller's history and feedback.

[Concrete_kid]

Hi, I'm new to selling on ebay and have found this thread very interesting. I recently

put a genuine Gucci bag on eBay, it was BNWOT, well used once. I started the bid at .99, thinking this would get lots of bids and draw more interest. Do you think this is a bad idea and may make people think it is a fake. What do people think is a fare starting price, that won't put people off, say for a bag bought for 400?

Thanks

[PhilipCohen]

Unless I am mistaken eBay’s now across the board application of “hidden bidders” has anonymised all bidders and stopped such analysis by Goofbay.

If you don’t know a bidder’s unique ID how can Goofbay now work? You may be able to uniquely identify a winning bidder later on from feedback, but then shills and their principals don’t usually leave feedback, even if they accidently win.

[shinymagpie]

Originally Posted by pakesacul

eBay seems to prefer mypoupertte for authentications. I purchased a fake Dior and they helped. Good luck!

eBay is fine with Caroldiva.com Carol is just fabulous to deal with and gets back to me really quickly. I totally recommend her. Plus if she has preauthenticated an item for you, buyers can email her with the eBay item and she will reconfirm the authenticity of the item. I do this with any bag I sell. Well worth the peace of mind. She also does formal letters for PayPal if you want to claim that an item you have received is a fake.

I think eBay is ok where there are lots of clear photos and the seller makes it clear that they are willing to have 3rd party authentification, such as tpf, caroldiva or mypoupette

[waryshopper]

Really helpful thread.

Never thought about my bank account. I'm going to action this online tonight.
Thanks for sharing the experience.

Waryshopper

[bag stylist]

Question: I gave my bank info to a buyer who wanted to do a wire transfer said she couldn't use paypal. (this is an account only used for e-bay) she hasn't paid and now I'm nervous she can access my funds some how, is this possible?

[PhilipCohen]

No, not unless you gave her your pass word as well.

[jasno_widze]

Originally Posted by Youngbrands

Very, Very Important. Cashier's checks (even issued from a major bank) can be forged, stolen or purchased through identity theft. If you receive one, treat it like a personal check. Call the issuing bank to confirm funds and if you have any doubt, or there are any red flags regarding the transaction, still wait 10 days for the check to clear before shipping the item. I've been selling on Ebay for over seven years and have thousands of sales under my belt. This one got me. Fortunately, I was able to get the item recalled by the USPS minutes before it was delivered. Anyone who needs information on how to recall an item can contact me. I'm now an expert and I had to learn really fast.

Please tell more on how to recall it.

[jasno_widze]

Originally Posted by Concrete_kid

Hi, I'm new to selling on ebay and have found this thread very interesting. I recently put a genuine Gucci bag on eBay, it was BNWOT, well used once. I started the bid at .99, thinking this would get lots of bids and draw more interest. Do you think this is a bad idea and may make people think it is a fake. What do people think is a fare starting price, that won't put people off, say for a bag bought for 400? Thanks

Not a good idea. I am beginner eBay seller too and I put an original 1960s Gucci scarf by Accornero in MINT condition on auction starting from 0.99. I got loads of observers but very few bidders. Sold for just over 10!
Yes, they did think it was fake and they were wrong. Lucky lady that risked the tener. Oh, well..you live and learn.
So please do not list your theasures from 0.99 until your feedback is higher.

[membertpf]

Where can I see a list of recommended eBay sellers?
Thanks for your help!

[missbanff]

Originally Posted by membertpf

Where can I see a list of recommended eBay sellers? Thanks for your help!

Try doing a search within the brand you are looking for.

[canyongirl]

I just sold a $140 pair of Tory Burch shoes. The buyer just signed up for ebay today and has NO feedback. They do have a confirmed address through paypal, but I am still nervous to ship the shoes. Am I safe?

Thanks girls!!! :)

[shinymagpie]

Originally Posted by canyongirl

I just sold a $140 pair of Tory Burch shoes. The buyer just signed up for ebay today and has NO feedback. They do have a confirmed address through paypal, but I am still nervous to ship the shoes. Am I safe? Thanks girls!!! :)

How did it work out?