Ebay novice

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Probably a stupid question. If I am interested in a "Buy it Now" product do I still have to register on ebay or can I deal direct with the seller ?

If you deal directly with the seller outside of ebay, then you won't have any of the comeback that you get from using ebay if the deal doesn't work. Having said that, I do deal off ebay with a seller who has an ebay shop that I have bought things from a number of times - that way she saves fees, and she gives me a discount. Ultimately it is a question of trust - it's up to you whether you are willing to risk your money with that seller, because you have to pay before you receive the goods.

I'm happy to transact via ebay but as this is probably a one off do I need to register as a buyer ?

don't think you can buy without being registered, sorry.

no that's fine , just wondered . How complicated is it ? Can you buy straight away ?

You can register and then buy straight away I think, though you might need to register with Paypal to actually pay, depending on the seller's terms. It's not hard but they've changed it since I first registered.

ok have registered and done Buy it Now but want to send cheque and have had to email for address. Does she get my full registered details via that email ? How long do I have to send it ?

The seller will email back an address to send your cheque. They will probably ask you to confirm addresses you want it posting to. You have 7 days (usually) to pay.

Forgot to say - remember when you send your cheque to say which item it is for - just print off the ebay page, and confirm your address at the same time. Items will be sent as soon as the cheque is cleared.

ok got her details , cheque ready to post and have emailled to say it will posted by tomorrow - is that all I need do ?

Yes, simple as that. Now just wait for the item to arrive, then leave feedback

Thanks, had a reply seems all is well

ok, parcel arrived yesterday , left feedback is that it ?