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[DixieDangle]

I'm considering buying something (approx $800 CAD) from the classifieds forum but cant purchase in person due to border closure. Any advice?

 

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[Gator]

Look at the seller's activity. If they are a "known commodity", then it should be obvious. If they only have 9 posts, think twice lol. 

 

You should be protected by using Paypal, but make sure that the transaction is processed as a purchase, not a gift to friends and family. I bought a pair of downriggers from a guy down South (not on this site), and after my complaining and they're providing every excuse in the book, I was finally sent an empty box. It took months of jumping through hoops, but I got my money back.