ake items abound on eBay,
and it takes much effort Many sellers will use pictures
not to be duped by scammers from manufacturers that do not
who peddle these wares. There represent the item they are
have been many painful stories actually selling; buyers should
relating how a seemingly ask the seller for actual
legitimate item turned out to be pictures of the item. If the
either fake or defective. seller balks, buyers should
refrain from bidding. Collector's
It is possible, however, to avoid items, autographed memorabilia,
these scams if one is careful and and historical artifacts are
vigilant. Buyers should be wary common items that are
of any purchase over eBay, and misrepresented on eBay.
should take steps to ensure the
authenticity of the item and to Authenticate
make sure the item is in
reasonable condition. Familiarize yourself with the
various bodies that certify
Be Vigilant respective items. For example,
reputable merchants of
Buyers should take the initiative autographed sports memorabilia
by doing plenty of background should include a COA (certificate
research. They must learn as much of authenticity) from a trusted
as possible about the products third party. Counterfeit or
before bidding on them. If the misrepresented items should be
seller provides pictures of an reported to eBay. When buying on
item, they should not be taken at eBay Motors, one may have an
face value. Comparison of these inspection service double-check
pictures with the real item helps if the seller is accurately
in this regard. representing his automobile.
Look at the Feedback Buyers should make sure they have
read the entire product
One should analyze the feedback description on its eBay listing.
rating of a seller. Analyzing Things to look out for are
feedback is another helpful disclaimers, damages, current
exercise to prevent scams. item condition, years of use, and
Sellers who have an established others. If this information is
history of credible sales are not specified, it would do well
usually helpful and professional for the buyer to contact the
to deal with. Negative feedback seller regarding such.
should be a red flag as to
whether one should pursue a trade The Price Theory
with the person. The same thing
applies for those who do not have If the price for an item is too
feedback ratings at all. good to be true, it probably is.
Auctions that carry outrageously
Buyers must be careful however, low prices should be taken
since it is possible that a skeptically.
scammer has hijacked an account
that has positive feedback.
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