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11/04/2017 12:12 pm
Are there any dangers with international sales if using PayPal?
11/04/2017 3:57 pm
That is a choice you will need to make...
As I have posted in the past, PayPal is safe for all United States based payment remittances. Fraud is minimized due to our laws and the authorities who respond to these complaints, including PayPal.
However, most foreign countries do not respond or assist with fraud complaints and PayPal will not help you either. Some individuals in some countries are untouchable. I do not conduct on-line business with individuals residing in specific countries.
Caveat emptor.
11/04/2017 6:17 pm
Lloyd, thanks for the advice and I'll heed it.
12/04/2017 12:53 am
Any time we do business outside the country there is a risk
You would have the same problem if you sent a check or credit card. IMO, it's far riskier to send your cc information. PayPal, at last, puts something of a buffer between you and the seller, keeping your cc info and bank numbers confidential.
If you're dealing through eBay, you also have the feedback to help you decide.
John Kuvakas
Warrenton, VA
12/04/2017 8:46 am
I have been using Paypal since ummm way back in 2000
I think it was.
And I have the utmost respect for the way they do their thing...