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Jayne1 said:
Thanks so much! I just want to sell one thing at the moment, but the new system is making me so hesitant.

I wonder if they lost sellers to this...
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I'm sure they did. With the new law, every site will require your social security number if you sell over $600. Almost all sites have their own payment collection systems now. They don't all require your bank account info, but if you want to withdraw your earnings, it is expedient to do so unless you want to wait for them to mail you a check.

If it is worth it to you, you can open a separate bank account to use with your online selling.
 
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whateve said:
I'm sure they did. With the new law, every site will require your social security number if you sell over $600. Almost all sites have their own payment collection systems now. They don't all require your bank account info, but if you want to withdraw your earnings, it is expedient to do so unless you want to wait for them to mail you a check.

If it is worth it to you, you can open a separate bank account to use with your online selling.
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Yes, back in the day, I opened a separate bank account just for Paypal, so I would use that of course.

Remember when we had to write out our own eBay invoices when we sold something and wait for a cheque in the mail? Then Paypal became such a pleasure to use. I have such a bad feeling with eBay now and was curious if anyone liked the new payment method over Paypal.
 
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Jayne1 said:
Yes, back in the day, I opened a separate bank account just for Paypal, so I would use that of course.

Remember when we had to write out our own eBay invoices when we sold something and wait for a cheque in the mail? Then Paypal became such a pleasure to use. I have such a bad feeling with eBay now and was curious if anyone liked the new payment method over Paypal.
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It has gone smoothly for me. The money gets transferred automatically to my bank account usually the next day. It is easier, not having to set up my own transfers from paypal.
 
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Jayne1 said:
Yes, back in the day, I opened a separate bank account just for Paypal, so I would use that of course.

Remember when we had to write out our own eBay invoices when we sold something and wait for a cheque in the mail? Then Paypal became such a pleasure to use. I have such a bad feeling with eBay now and was curious if anyone liked the new payment method over Paypal.
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whateve said:
It has gone smoothly for me. The money gets transferred automatically to my bank account usually the next day. It is easier, not having to set up my own transfers from paypal.
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I like MP and find that the costs are very similar to paypal. For the most part, I've save a few cents to a few dollars over Paypal.

I love that I don't get an invoice at the end of the month for fees. Instead, fees are taken on receipt of payment and you have a choice of using either bank, PP or pending payouts to pay for shipping labels.

I also appreciate that if I have to issue a refund, whether for a return or a change of mind cancellation, ebay retains just 30 cents,, whereas PP retains the full FVF. (And on an expensive refund, the PP fee can be a substantial loss.)

The only "issue" I had with MP was a case in which a buyer claimed INR. It was an easy win for me because tracking showed delivery but because Paypal and ebay are separate entities, a buyer who paid through PP and files a claim, a dispute comes through as a chargeback.

So although ebay can see tracking and rule in the seller's favor, it can take a week before the "chargeback" is settled. And during that time, the funds are frozen.
 
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Has anyone ever had this tracking update? It looks like there might be a problem with the processing of my package or something? I googled it some people guessed it might be a damaged label? I am sure I taped it up nice and tight. I mean, it left the post office without issue.

I am really worried. I hope the package is okay. My buyer hasn't emailed me yet but I am sure she is confused, too. Kinda tempted to email usps tomorrow. Posh told me to wait 2 weeks if it does not move, then I can reply back.

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Naminé said:
Has anyone ever had this tracking update? It looks like there might be a problem with the processing of my package or something? I googled it some people guessed it might be a damaged label? I am sure I taped it up nice and tight. I mean, it left the post office without issue.

I am really worried. I hope the package is okay. My buyer hasn't emailed me yet but I am sure she is confused, too. Kinda tempted to email usps tomorrow. Posh told me to wait 2 weeks if it does not move, then I can reply back.

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I can't recall seeing the exact same text as you have but I do see exceptions at least once a month and every item has gotten to its destination:
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Naminé said:
Thanks, BeenBurned. Glad to hear that these packages will eventually make its way home. I guess I was just worrying too much. I will wait for a bit and hope for the best. Thanks again for the help!
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You shouldn't worry at all. Since you sold the item on Posh, if the package is lost or damaged, Posh has insurance to cover it. You'll still get paid.
 
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Quick question: I sold a scarf at the end of Jan on ebay and it was delivered on 1-31-22.
I received a message tonight from the buyer asking for “a picture of the signature for delivery.“
Whatever that means as the item sold for about $250 and there was no need for signature confirmation.
Anyway - I sent her a picture of the USPS delivery confirmation stating it was delivered to the front desk at 12:43 pm.
I then went to her feedback page and see that she is IN JAPAN?? How did she buy my item? I have buyer restrictions in place and only US sales are allowed. The package was delivered to Portland Oregon.
 
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MAGJES said:
Quick question: I sold a scarf at the end of Jan on ebay and it was delivered on 1-31-22.
I received a message tonight from the buyer asking for “a picture of the signature for delivery.“
Whatever that means as the item sold for about $250 and there was no need for signature confirmation.
Anyway - I sent her a picture of the USPS delivery confirmation stating it was delivered to the front desk at 12:43 pm.
I then went to her feedback page and see that she is IN JAPAN?? How did she buy my item? I have buyer restrictions in place and only US sales are allowed. The package was delivered to Portland Oregon.
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She probably used a freight forwarder.

1. You're protected if she files non-receipt because you have tracking showing delivery.
2. No signature is needed for <$750.
3. If she were to file SNAD, you would have to respond to the case, but contact ebay (through a PM on their Facebook Ebay for Business) to tell them that this item was forwarded from whatever city she had it delivered to to Japan. You will win that dispute. (ETA: Forwarded items lose MBG.)
 
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BeenBurned said:
She probably used a freight forwarder.

1. You're protected if she files non-receipt because you have tracking showing delivery.
2. No signature is needed for <$750.
3. If she were to file SNAD, you would have to respond to the case, but contact ebay (through a PM on their Facebook Ebay for Business) to tell them that this item was forwarded from whatever city she had it delivered to to Japan. You will win that dispute. (ETA: Forwarded items lose MBG.)
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Thank you. I will make a note of this.
I was wondering if she would file a SNAD if she did not receive from her forwarder in an attempt to gt her money back.
 
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MAGJES said:
Thank you. I will make a note of this.
I was wondering if she would file a SNAD if she did not receive from her forwarder in an attempt to gt her money back.
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If it happens, you're protected.

Here's the link to the policy and scroll down to see the part that I've screenshotted:

eBay Money Back Guarantee policy

eBay Money Back Guarantee covers most transactions on eBay. It means buyers can get their money back if an item didn't arrive, is faulty or damaged, or doesn't match the listing.
www.ebay.com www.ebay.com



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BeenBurned said:
If it happens, you're protected.

Here's the link to the policy and scroll down to see the part that I've screenshotted:

eBay Money Back Guarantee policy

eBay Money Back Guarantee covers most transactions on eBay. It means buyers can get their money back if an item didn't arrive, is faulty or damaged, or doesn't match the listing.
www.ebay.com www.ebay.com



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Thanks for this information. I just sold a scarf on eBay that also went to an address in Portland for a Japanese buyer. I'm guessing they use the freight forwarding company to avoid duty fees.
 
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