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Comment by bhouston

Been using Marketplace for 5 years with probably +100 items sold. Scammers in my experience usually exhibit these traits:

* They have a new account, and have no Marketplace reviews.

* They want it shipped and will pay extra for shipping. (While some real sellers will want it shipped, most will come by to pick it up.)

* They do not try to low ball you or even negotiate. (Facebook sellers are notoriously cheap.)

* There is a sense of urgency and very responsive to messages. (Most Facebook sellers are not instantly responsive as they have a life.)

I have also seen scam sellers appear as well. They sort of do the same thing:

* The price for the items are amazing, a steal.

* They always ship, often for free. You can never pick it up.

* They are very responsible to any messages.

* The account is new.

parent bhouston 2 years ago

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