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sarasmith3269 · Sep 23rd, 2009, 08:18 AM

Originally Posted by karmenzsofia

Honestly? I wouldn't have done it. A lot of scammers "seemed to be so nice" until they take your money and run or send you a trashed or fake item. Sending a check or wiring money is the best, surest way to lose that money. And giving away personal info (like a phone number when the person already has your name, address and email is bad idea.

I truly hope you got lucky with a decent seller and will have no problems. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.

I havent sent any money, and will for sure not send any money until they shoes arrive and are confirmed authentic.

The lady does have my name, and phone number but not my home address (office only). Im not sure what she could do with that? Please let me know so that I will be on the look out.

more_CHOOS · Sep 23rd, 2009, 08:25 AM

I really don't see a downside for you. Regarding her knowing your info, wouldn't she need to know where to ship to? I don't think you gave out personal information about yourself, so you should be fine. I mean if you purchase thru eBay, wouldn't the seller know your info anyway (ie address and phone number)?

Minimouse · Sep 23rd, 2009, 09:40 AM

I can't see how you can lose since you're not out of money. This way you get to see the shoes and if you like them, you pay for them, otherwise you send them back. If anything, it's the seller who's taking an enormous risk since she doesn't know you and therefore has no idea about your trustworthiness. I hope they turn out fab.

Sep 23rd, 2009, 08:25 AM	#17
more_CHOOS I need a 2nd job... Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 2,450	I really don't see a downside for you. Regarding her knowing your info, wouldn't she need to know where to ship to? I don't think you gave out personal information about yourself, so you should be fine. I mean if you purchase thru eBay, wouldn't the seller know your info anyway (ie address and phone number)?
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Sep 23rd, 2009, 09:40 AM	#18
Minimouse Member Joined: May 2007 Location: The Oil Capital of the World Posts: 3,758	I can't see how you can lose since you're not out of money. This way you get to see the shoes and if you like them, you pay for them, otherwise you send them back. If anything, it's the seller who's taking an enormous risk since she doesn't know you and therefore has no idea about your trustworthiness. I hope they turn out fab.
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