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Audiogon seller's question

It has been a long time since I've sold something on Agon. I still buy quite often here, but usually sell on US Audiomart. That said, I have recently listed a relatively expensive pair of speakers and just received an offer through Agon. The buyer just joined and of course has no feedback. So it will for sure have to be Paypal, but no F&F. What is Audiogons role in protecting either the seller or the buyer these days? I would like to have a phone conversation for such a transaction, but I know that's not going to be allowed.

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jetter
3,033 posts
 

@lalitk 

You are absolutely correct; I was looking at it from the wrong angle.

PayPal F&F is the right way to go for the seller.

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carlsbad2
1,602 posts
 

Just to help a bit here: some people in this thread are confusing seller protection and buyer protection.

Jerry

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ozzy62 OP
3,130 posts
 

Looks like it’s not going to matter. The guy ghosted me after I accepted the offer. 

br3098
994 posts
 

It used to be easy to sell here, the other audio sites or on eBay. I'm talking 10+ years ago or so. Now it's scammers or unscrupulous buyers galore. I will only sell if the buyer pays via PayPal F&F, Venmo or direct bank transfer. I understand that buyers are often uncomfortable with that. But it's my gear and I've been doing this a long time and maintain a stellar reputation on all the platforms I sell on. I'm no longer interested in accepting all of the risk. I always assure the buyers in writing that I will refund them 100% if the gear arrives damaged or non functional. That hasn't happened in a long time because I know how to pack gear, including creating new boxes and packing if necessary and limiting the shipping carriers I will use. If it sounds a little controlling, it is. Because it works and creates happiness for me and the buyer.

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bubba12
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We are at a stalemate because as a buyer I will never do Paypal Friends and Family. I can see all your past sales and believe you are PROBABLY legit but no way am I paying that way. For speakers I generally would like a local sale so I can hear them anyway.

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