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anyone give me advice please quickly...

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shhhh · 07/08/2008 14:12

I have sold something on ebay (only about £11) and I stated it was payment via paypal. The buyer has emailed me to ask for my address and I have told them payment is via paypal no cheques (mainly as it prolongs the sale and means I need to go to the bank..wait clearance etc..)

The buyer has emailed back saying the weren't doing cheque BUT wanted to pay by cash..

What do I do..? Feel a bit pushed into accepting cash and obviously if fake notes etc I would know before I posted the item...BUT anything else I should be aware of..? should I just do it..?

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AnAngelWithin · 07/08/2008 14:13

tell them they must send it recorded delivery and then take them to the bank to be checked before you post the item? Also, tell them that they are sending cash at their own risk!

shhhh · 07/08/2008 14:15

but surely its up to them how they send it as if its lost on route to me thats not my issue..?

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AnAngelWithin · 07/08/2008 14:17

yes but they might then say that you have kept the money and not sent the item if it gets lost? if its recorded then they and you will know its arrived safely!

WelliesAndPyjamas · 07/08/2008 14:19

do they actually want to post the cash or turn up on your doorstep?

shhhh · 07/08/2008 14:23

post it....

Ah you have a point angel..

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EachPeachPearMum · 07/08/2008 14:36

DON'T let them send cash- you have no way of proving you didn't receive it, unless they come to your house, which is not ideal either.
Point out the bit of yuor auction where it said 'paypal only' and tell them nicely that if they don't hav paypal, they shouldn't have bid, as those are your terms. Give them the date you expect payment by, and tell them you will relist after this date (and file non-paying bidder report).
GL

pokeydot · 07/08/2008 15:42

i agree with each that was the terms if they didnt read it or thought they could change your terms thats there fault

shhhh · 07/08/2008 19:32

eachpeach...what about cash if sent as anangel said...recorded..to prove it was sent and received..?

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cornsilk · 07/08/2008 19:35

why can't they send a postal order with insurance?

ImnotMamaGbutsheLovesMe · 07/08/2008 19:36

Stick to wanting paypal.

It is easier.

shhhh · 07/08/2008 19:40

well an email he sent but I only just got suggested postal order...BUT im not sure what to do with it and afaik its a lot of hassel...surely cash is easier..?

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ImnotMamaGbutsheLovesMe · 07/08/2008 19:41

Paypal is easier.

LadyOfWaffle · 07/08/2008 19:43

I have asked to pay by cash before when paypal has frigged up or no money is in my account but I have cash etc. If you are worried, get her to send it recorded? Or a postal order?

ImnotMamaGbutsheLovesMe · 07/08/2008 19:45

But if you use payapl and there is nothing in it, it just comes out of your bank account anyway.

If you take a PO you have to go to the PO to cash it.

If they send cash there is a problem if it doesn't turn up and it is not recommended that anyone sends cash in the mail.

shhhh · 07/08/2008 20:30

Hmm, how bizarre...
Just emailed to say its a pita sending cash etc BUT to send it recorded if needed and....................they have just now sent the payment via paypal ....

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EachPeachPearMum · 07/08/2008 21:31

YAY- maybe they were just trying it on?
At least you have your money now

shhhh · 08/08/2008 08:24

Hmm thats what I thought peachpear....
At least its sorted. Thanks everyone x

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