4) Use an Escrow Service

For higher priced items you should consider an escrow service. An escrow service acts as a middleman between buyer and seller to ensure a fair transaction.

The escrow service holds item and money until buyer has inspected and approved goods. Only then does it release money to seller.

The only downside is that it will cost buyer extra to use this service. However, it is something to bear in mind when buying more expensive items.

5) Complaints/ Fraud Protection

Most online auction sites have a complaints' procedure. For example,if you're unhappy with goods or you have not received them, Ebay operates a fraud protection program. For more information go to : http://pages.ebay.com/help/community/fpp-guide.html

FlipShark has a useful site on internet auction scams. www.flipshark.com/scams/ebayindex.html

The US Federal Trade Commission has a useful guide for buyers and sellers on internet auctions which has relevance to other countries. www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/online/auctions.htm

To sum up, most buyers and sellers on internet auction sites are honest. However, if you use above tips, you should not fall victim to auction fraud.

© 2003 John Lynch

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