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#481
V0N1B2 said:
I can't speak for @hotshot, but I assumed you were Linda's competitor since 21 out of your last 28 posts in the last two years have been about one particular seller. Either that, or you had a bad transaction, things didn't go in your favour and you're determined to ruin her. It seems like a lot of time devoted to slamming one seller on eBay.

I don't know what to say, I've bought maybe five things (all under $100) from Linda in the 13 years I've been an eBay member, and all of my experiences were good. She ships in a timely manner, the items arrived as described, and she answered promptly when I had additional questions. I'm not sure what else I can expect from a high volume eBay seller.

Has she sold fakes? Apparently, according to some here. Let's be honest, you're buying something basically sight unseen from some person selling their used goods on the Internet. It's up to every buyer to do their due diligence, regardless of platform/venue. The thing is, it's not my job to police eBay or troll the Internet looking for fake purses. I have a real job that I get paid for, and if y'all excuse me, I need to get back to that :flowers:
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In all honesty, I doubt that most ebay sellers couldn't and wouldn't consider themselves "competitors" of someone with nearly 3/4-million feedbacks and over 150,000 current listings! And if we were competitors, I'm guessing we wouldn't have much spare time to post here on TPF, be it offering advice, authenticating or just editorializing about our experiences.

My own issue with Linda is that there have been times when her listings have come up for authentication and the items have been such obvious fakes that it doesn't take someone with expertise in the brand to recognize them as such. I certainly wouldn't go through her (nearly) 300 Coach, 22 Dooney and 61 Uggs listings looking for fakes but when those brands come up and listings show a supposed "professional" authentication, I do look at some of her other items.

@V0N1B2, you say, "Let's be honest, you're buying something basically sight unseen from some person selling their used goods on the Internet. It's up to every buyer to do their due diligence, regardless of platform/venue." And you are absolutely correct. But it's also up to the seller (especially one with a LAW DEGREE) to make sure her items are legal to sell!

Keep in mind that this isn't just a one-time mistake, as indicated by a search of authentications here on TPF, on the ebay boards and in her feedback.

Just as we discuss PITA buyer BBL candidates, one need not be a competitor to express opinions about another seller that we might want to avoid.
 
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#482
V0N1B2 said:
I can't speak for @hotshot, but I assumed you were Linda's competitor since 21 out of your last 28 posts in the last two years have been about one particular seller. Either that, or you had a bad transaction, things didn't go in your favour and you're determined to ruin her. It seems like a lot of time devoted to slamming one seller on eBay.

I don't know what to say, I've bought maybe five things (all under $100) from Linda in the 13 years I've been an eBay member, and all of my experiences were good. She ships in a timely manner, the items arrived as described, and she answered promptly when I had additional questions. I'm not sure what else I can expect from a high volume eBay seller.

Has she sold fakes? Apparently, according to some here. Let's be honest, you're buying something basically sight unseen from some person selling their used goods on the Internet. It's up to every buyer to do their due diligence, regardless of platform/venue. The thing is, it's not my job to police eBay or troll the Internet looking for fake purses. I have a real job that I get paid for, and if y'all excuse me, I need to get back to that :flowers:
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I have been very open and honest about the fact I had a HORRIBLE experience consigning with her. I have several issue with her company. She either knowingly or unknowingly sells fake bags, items described as new or without flaws come in filthy condition, and she is so disorganized she loses items consigned to her. I am not the ebay police either but participating in the buying and selling of counterfeit items is vile. You have purchased maybe $500 worth of items in the last decade? You have no skin in the game. She is selling fake items on the largest resale marketplace in the world and I will not turn a blind eye to that. The person I fear for the most is the uninformed buyer as they are the ones who might purchase something and never realize it is a counterfeit item. As for trying to "ruin" her...maybe pop her name into google. She has ruined herself with her unscrupulous business practices and her lack of attention to detail. As for my devotion to this thread...it really only takes a moment to post something. I am lucky to not be so personally or professionally overwhelmed that I cannot take a breather to warn others!
 
#486
Keep in mind that this store is also not just "Linda." There is a staff. While I'm not defending anyone, it's likely that some of her staff are the ones creating bad listings. I wonder if Linda herself even plays much of a role in the business at all anymore. In all my dealings with Linda's Stuff--messages, purchases, questions, etc.---I have always had a different staffer sign the mail, and never once has in been Linda.

That said, all my experiences were positive. I did once receive a damaged item where the condition wasn't mentioned in the listing, but I was promptly offered a refund and when the item was relisted, the damage was added to the description.
 
#487
I recently bought a pair of high end jeans in my normal size. They were way off, by at least 2 sizes. Either they'd been tailored or shrunk badly in the wash. I know the designer well and their sizing is usually tts. I called and spoke to Linda, she answered the phone herself. She was super nice and told me to return them for a refund. It was my first time returning anything to her, and first time an item didn't match the description. I'm sorry for everyone that's had issues with her. I haven't as of yet. My only complaint with her is getting additional information on an item before bidding, is impossible. I never get an answer when I've asked questions.
 
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#488
I have purchased two items from Linda's Stuff on ebay. One before I ever knew that there was a thread like this on PF. First time, I bought a beautiful vintage Coach bag at a wonderful price. The bag was even better than described. The second item was about ten days ago. It was a NWT Michele watch. Since I live very near Linda's Stuff, I called and made arrangements to pick it up in person. First, the watch was beautiful and exactly as described. Second, arranging pick up was incredibly easy and everyone I spoke with or met was terrifically nice. Last point, the offices are nicely appointed, clean and modern. But---the stuff sitting around!!! Bins of shoes, clothes, bags--all sorted by maker / designer. Bins everywhere! Further up this thread people speak of having consigned items lost while in the possession of Linda's Stuff. I can really believe it. There must have been more organization to the bins than I could see. My husband was with me and kept nudging me as I craned my neck in every direction to see all that I could . Lots of people, lots of merchandise. I can see how things can go wrong. Overall, I'd buy again but doing your due diligence when buying from a retailer this big is a must.
 
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#489
Hi everyone, I spotted a Cartier item on Linda’s Stuff and the numerous average and bad reviews give me hesitation. Plus they state it has scratches. Since the pictures are not neat I don’t know what to do... I asked pictures and they said they were asking for more details and get back to me.
To be continued I guess...
 
#490
Thejewelryblonde said:
Hi everyone, I spotted a Cartier item on Linda’s Stuff and the numerous average and bad reviews give me hesitation. Plus they state it has scratches. Since the pictures are not neat I don’t know what to do... I asked pictures and they said they were asking for more details and get back to me.
To be continued I guess...
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Give them a chance to handle your request... That seems fair doesn't it?
 
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