Is it safe to buy on Gumtree using bank transfer?
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It is possible but according to some other threads it isn't. So who's right?
It is possible but according to some other threads it isn't. So who's right?
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sorted byIf you get scammed, you don’t really have a leg to stand on. I certainly wouldn’t recommend it for expensive items. Paypal always.
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Cheque books had bank details on them for years.
Selling bank payment only.
Buying PayPal only, not gift.
If you've been caught out by a complex and convincing scam which has resulted in you transferring your money into another bank account than you should contact your bank immediately.
The bank can try and recover the funds once they are notified.
Buying something on gumtree would not fall into the category of a complex and convincing scam.
Also states the bank can TRY ........ Hardly a positive statement.
As above cash is King, unfortunately too many scammers using Bank Transfer and then not sending items
Yeah, I’d agree with you, it looks like a scam. Firstly it’s not GumTree it’s Gumtree and there is no Gumtree Market term, plus the wording doesn’t read well.
I also would expect a gumtree logo somewhere. (edited)
Just stopping by as this thread was updated and was having a nosy look.
Saw this post and thought I'd just point out - the link provided by Vjase is for the Australian version of Gumtree. I haven't looked deeply into the subject but I do believe; in the UK; you do get buyer protection as long as you A) have a current UK registered Paypal account and B) you pay using "Goods & Services" (seller sends you an invoice) rather than the "Friends & Family" method.
Now, getting Paypal to cough up on a claim...........that's another story.
But you wouldn't be giving anyone your details, they'd be giving you theirs. Still agree would be madness though
Scammers set up accounts on a regular basis, preparing for far off future cons, knowing established sellers of several years are deemed more trustworthy. When it's time they will load other items supposedly 'for sale' to assist the illusion of being a real seller or trader. Those persuaded by the ruse invariably end up paying for an item, or service, that never existed to be sold.
Yes but that is one of the reasons for banks phasing them out. Any exchange of bank details is fraught with danger. We rely too much on banks or PayPal intervening when we get scammed - this is why bank charges are going up.
Cash when buying or selling, unless from an established business, that way you see what you are buying.
anything else avoid
What has led to your questioning of the integrity of the article? It's clear and unequivocal - worth reading if you require precise information!
i had one guy text me to say i should email him cos he had no credit on his phone