question for experienced ebayers

[pixiedustfairy]

I posted my first item on ebay last night. I set up a pay pal account so I could use that as form of payment so I wouldn't have to deal with personal checks or money orders thru the mail. wouldn't you know it, first thing this morning there's a question on the item. "I don't have paypal, can you accept my personal check?"

How do I answer this politely as I know the question shows on the listing.
The item already has 3 watchers so I believe it will probably sell without this buyer. What would you do?

 

[vicki_c]

Did you say Paypal only in your listing? If so, I would just respond with a "no, as stated in the listing, only Paypal is accepted."

 

[uk_wildcat]

It is also now Ebay policy that Paypal is the only form of payment protected and accepted. Just state that you can only accept Paypal and leave it at that.

 

[vicki_c]

It is also now Ebay policy that Paypal is the only form of payment protected and accepted. Just state that you can only accept Paypal and leave it at that.

I did not know that - good info to know.

 

[pixiedustfairy]

Thanks guys, I'll use those statements. Just short and sweet and to the point

 

[eyeheartgoofy]

"Thanks for your inquiry, but the only form of payment I accept is Paypal."

Then post your answer and the question for other buyers to see. That way, the other watchers know you have interest and only accept Paypal.

 

[Kies99]

I never accept a personal check. Once in a great while I'll accept a money order, but It has to be exact amount (none of that "here's more than the price, just send back the difference" scams) and I let them know I won't ship for 7 business days.

It comes down to the feedback. If they have a high count with 99% or higher positive rating, I'll accept the money order.

Again though, never a personal check.

 

[lost*in*cyberspace]

OP - If you are new to selling on eBay, I suggest that you read and understand all selling rules very carefully. It will save you a lot of grief later.