Yeah, you would think for the few $$ it would not even be worth it.
Also, depending on how paypal is set up, you can get a refund if the seller can not provide a tracking number. It is vital to have sent the money in the correct way.
when you send money, make sure you pick "goods" under Purchase, then give a detailed description on the condition, maybe a link, and price. if the seller never sends it, (no tracking number) or have no proof of any kind, paypal will refund the money. it is apart of there paypal advantage thing.
If you send the money as "services" or other, then they assume no tracking number is involved because it is just a payment for an service. Be cautious of sellers that send you an with something other then "good" on it or if they tell you to use something other then goods. I reccomend you ask for their emails and YOU send the money to them, not just pay an invoice.
Services doesn't charge the seller the 3% fee, meaning all of the money is transferred. if the person refuses, offer to pay the extra 3% for him, if he still says no, then don't do the sale as he can just take your money and you can't do anything about it.
if you get ripped off, you open a dispute in the resolution center. if the seller can't provide the tracking information, the money is refunded.... but it takes like a month or so. it is all a matter of setting stuff up correctly. if you are in doubt and the seller is dragging his feet, make sure you open a dispute right away. that forces the seller to do something before you run out of time. you can always close the dispute once you get the item and no harm is done. |