Best way to arrange for payment on sales through this site?

[wwirth]

Hi. I am new to selling my equipment. Can someone tell me the best way to handle a sales transaction. In other words, how to not get taken... Thank you.

[DanielStone]

Paypal, or direct bank transfer. However, if you're dealing locally, cash in hand is best
Ship via a reputable, fully insured(unless you like tempting fate) carrier. Fedex, DHL, USPS, UPS, etc.
Keep your buyer informed about shipping, shipping details, etc.
Over-describe things. I've always found it better to over-describe than try and "hide" something and hope they don't see it.

-Dan

[wwirth]

Great help! Thank you!

[AlterEgo]

Hi. I am new to selling my equipment. Can someone tell me the best way to handle a sales transaction. In other words, how to not get taken... Thank you.

when I was using a certain (brand) equipment the website/forum dedicated to it had (still has) a feedback system where upon each transaction seller & buyer can leave a description of their experience... so you can in many situations do a research (in addition to googling the buyer's name, etc) and cross reference who leaves what kind of feedback... pity that LuLa does not have such capability

example of my ratings :

[Jan K.]

I saw a seller here accepting paypal gift or "friends"... which is a no-no, if you want paypal protection and against paypal rules.