Sometimes you might want to pay a fee to give your ad a boost. Contact Us Throwback Thursday: Fort William 2013 – World Cup Fever, This topic has 13 replies, 8 voices, and was last updated. Collapse Tree Branch Trading During COVID-19. I wish you all the best OP, but based on what I've read on these forums - this usually doesn't end well for the seller. All payment details stay securely encrypted and, if you receive an unauthorised payment for a Gumtree sale, we’ll help you get your money back. I filled out the payslip for them. If you receive any emails promoting these services, please report it to us. All trademarks are owned by their respective owners.OzBargain is an independent community website which has no association with nor endorsement by the respective trademark owners. That was my biggest concern. chiade1234 (More ads from this seller) User since kwi 2010 93878624 Email poster WARNING Gumtree is for cash only, face to face and pickup only. CASH ONLY. An officer from East Belfast says his colleague has been dealing with a … Yeh why put on gumtree if you don’t want cash? This home was built in and last sold on for. See? They definitely can, and it is an extremely common practice if you do a Google search. We endeavour to ensure that the information on this site is current and accurate but you should confirm any information with the product or service provider and read the information they can provide. In future, cash for pickup on Gumtree, ebay for delivery. Nice! If they are serious about the sale, they would accept direct deposit only however again there are many issues with fake cheques that can be spoofed here. Same rules apply though. If you do go through with this, the $50 postage should be used to cover insurance also, to ne fair to buyer. VAT number: 259751759. With a bank deposit, as long as the money is in your account, and not pending clearing like a deposited cheque or something, they can't get the money back. DisabledUser271064 on 24/01/2019 - 11:44 @danb: No, this was years ago, before gumtree. I believe it says something along the lines that you have already viewed the item in person and are happy to pay. Link Removal I tend to have more success on Facebook Marketplace these days but I list on gumtree also. When I found out that this iPhone is iCloud locked I escalated this to Paypal and Gumtree but I was told that there is no longer a Buyer protection offered by Paypal this took effect July 2017. Should I accept PayPal as a payment method on Gumtree? Anyone accepting any other form of payment is asking to be scammed. If you receive any emails promoting these services, please report it to us. I am aware of the classic Paypal scam where they send you can invoice, you pay it, then they complain and buyer's protection covers it and you lose the money and product. 5. According to ING's David Breen, "In the unlikely event that an unauthorised transaction takes place on an ING Direct account, the customer will not be liable for the unauthorised transaction, provided they have complied with the terms and conditions of … Gumtree is a local community site, and we urge everyone to meet in person whenever possible. Meh, just 'cos Gumtree says it don't make it so. Besides eBay (and even that’s risky at times with the way they’ve been known to side in the scammers favour), clearly according to this there is no safe way to sell in my opinion. I have had similar situation, PayPal even sided with me (due to my significant record of honest transactions) , but when it forced back through bank claim, I was then held accountable for PayPal's loss . But because of the pathetic Youth Justice act all they got was a slap on the wrist and a bit of “detention”. $100 below my listing price. If the OP wants to buy something from another state he's entitled to do so and if he does some due diligence there should be no risk. Gumtree is a local classifieds website and ads aren’t reviewed before they go live on the site. Once you've confirmed the payment, the money will appear in the seller's PayPal account. View more property details, sales history and Zestimate data on Zillow. Visit Australia's FREE Marketplace to buy in your local area! Otherwise they can easily dispute through paypal and get funds reversed. By accessing www.Gumtree.com and its related websites, services, applications or tools (Collectively referred to as "Gumtree") you are agreeing to the following terms, including those available by hyperlink, which are designed to make sure that Gumtree works for everyone. I always use bank transfer when posting goods sold on Gumtree. It would be unethical IMO to send for $10 postage no insurance, and just pocket the other $40. Accepting Payment via PayPal and Posting. Ebay is safe to sell online via paypal and you can set your item to "pickup only" if you want to keep it local.. On another note, I hope you haven't just put trust in a windows system wipe if you have any private data on your laptop. Take a video when you are in the post office to show the package before you seal it and give it to the Auspost, just in case. Gumtree Lodge offers Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Durban in 12 luxuriously appointed suites, bordering the Mount Edgecombe Golf Estate. In saying that though, I've purchased a number of items on Gumtree, I typically pay with paypal as it seems to be the preference and I've received the goods and sent the money each time no issue. Even though Paypal claims there is no buyer protection for Gumtree items, there is no seller protection either, so what they do is charge back the payment to you from the … ft. single-family home is a 2 bed, 1.0 bath property. I did end up getting an insurance payout to half the value of the item thanks to my credit card companies insurance. The sq. If an external claim of unauthorized transactions is made (eg. The topic ‘Best form of payment to not get scammed (Gumtree)’ is closed to new replies. I think they meant 'Gumtree = cash in hand'. I'm selling a TV on Gumtree and I just got this msg: "hello would you take 320 now via PayPal and I can collect when you have the cash, thanks" I've never been asked that before so I'm wondering is it a possible scam? Seems to good to be true. If you do friends and family transfer it's a bit more security for you. Don’t Get Scammed By This Fake UBYK Email! If someone wants to buy my laptop/phone/anime collection, they pay cash. are you guys aware of the cost of postal orders? Paypal gift, postal order, bank transfer? I'd NEVER EVER EVER accept paypal as a seller but always happy to use it as a buyer. But I would not be surprised if something in the fine print allows PayPal to still take the $1200 back, if the reverses and takes the $1200 from PayPal company. Once payment is confirmed, item will be shipped out within 1-2 working days (except pre-ordered items which needs about 21-30 working days). If they claim they are having account issues then, as mentioned above, search their seller number online to read previous reviews, or halt the sale until you’ve contacted Gumtree. Safety. Any emails you receive that talk about such systems should be ignored, even if they may have the Gumtree logo. I’ve sent them close up pictures from every angle to show the condition of the laptop to cover my ass for the item “not being as described”, and all communication has been via my Gumtree messages and PayPal email address. @stickyfingers: Wow rough story :( How did the insurance company’s PI investigate you. ING Direct says it is safe to give out your details but it recommends you monitor your account for unauthorised transactions. But the thief pepper sprayed me, grabbed the item (an iPhone) and ran. Always use common sense – If it looks too good to be true it probably is! I should note that I tell them I will not post until the funds have cleared, and I explain how that process works (if it's after their bank's cutoff time, it could take two business days). What sort of laptop is it? Hi, the terms and conditions on Gumtree say PayPal Seller Protection is eligible for items sold on Gumtree, but not buyer protection. The years of albums as : 1973-1985, 1986-1987, 1988-1989, 1990, 1991-1992, 1993-1994, and 1995. I was worried about mentioning it was me at the time incase of being identified so I said I was posting for a friend lol. You can see our top scam warning signs here and read loads more safety advice here; Nah I've been told I can be very intimidating…. Better to lose a sale and still own a laptop than make a sale and end up losing it. PayPal was 100% on my side, believed my version of events (which I had evidence corroborating) . I thought that Gumtree and Paypal offers Buyers protection because its one of the preferred option of payment and buying the item online would be safe. Who the hell buys a laptop without either seeing it, or having some sort of guarantee of getting the money back if it is falsely advertised. They may be talking about being protected against "unauthorized transactions" claim within PayPal. The police caught the thief weeks later after my partner (who witnessed it from the car in the car park), and a bystander gave statements. Maybe not the case if they paid you with a friends and family payment as that's not meant to be used for purchases and offers no protection for the seller. According to Gumtree, cash is the safest way to get paid. The payment terms will be 30% deposit for starting machine production,and 70% rest payment before shipping after the machine finishing. Posted 29th Jun 2015. I chased them as much as I could yelling for help before my eyes closed up but didn’t catch them. PPFF - has no formal protection, however it the payment fund has been a credit or debit card can be reversed by the bank, which ultimately goes through PayPal as a chargeback. in paranoid moments I have made buyers meet me at the bank and paid it into my account with me looking over their shoulder. As long as the payment is sent as Goods & Services and I ship the item via courier (Sendle) with tracking. Find cars, furniture, electronics, jobs, real estate & more for sale across Australia Gumtree also say to be wary of buyers or sellers that ask you to switch payment method, normally to one that has no consumer protection. Think about it. Only ever accept paypal payment if they pay through with friends and family option. The oh I'm away but I would like to buy it can you please give me your bank details bs. Not that desperate. Never compromise. Gumtree for bulky junk, ebay for anything of value. ft. single-family home is a bed, bath property. I typically check the age of the sellers account, see if they're selling also and if the things they're selling looks real, but I've never bought anything at that price. post a cheque? sorry missed the 2nd line of your post, still very surpirsed how much they do cost.. There’s plenty of other laptops available, why mine? Wow didn't know that. Either they pay cash in person, or they pay cash into my bank account. This is why I go into bank branch, if Im doing a bank deposit for payment and make sure account numbers and name match and also leave a note. The best way to accept payment in cash is at a bank, where staff can count the money and confirm it’s genuine ( or check yourself ). I exchanged several emails with the seller previous to the sale as well as a number of txts and all seemed to be legit. It actually marks the paypal transaction with gumtree in it, and they wont offer buyer protection for purchases on gumtree. Hi, the terms and conditions on Gumtree say PayPal Seller Protection is eligible for items sold on Gumtree, but not buyer protection. The 600 sq. Took about 1 - 2 hours at my house. You need to properly shred all unused space with a 3rd party program. I have unlinked it and won't offer it again. Any inspection more than welcome + surely once the money is in your account its yours? Finally, if the buyer pays you via PayPal, you’ll also need to pay a fee of 15p plus 2.6% of the sale price. But I won't do that, too risky, unless I know the person. I was very surprised, and put off paying this way due to it. When I sell or buy something on Gumtree I always meet up as scammers now started to use PayPal and send fake emails. Took longer to get payment but worked out well in the end. Both were very happy to pay the full price but wanted to pay by PayPal and then organise a courier to pick up the goods and whisk them away to an undisclosed address. You can then review the payment request information in the Gumtree app and choose your preferred payment method. I work at Gumtree and as a rule, we always reccommend face to face trading. yes that's why I said …………… "It's costs them to buy it though so you may have to stand the cost yourself in order to get them to do it". I sell a lot of stuff on Gumtree but it's usually cash on collection. Anything to do with PayPal will be a scam. Hi, About 3 weeks ago i bought an item through Gumtree but paid via Paypal (so i have some protection). I don't mean to dig into your personal history but as someone who may be selling some stuff in the future - how would you avoid getting robbed in person again? That's what I did, that way you got nothing to lose. Because if get 1 number wrong in online tranfer, recipient might not return it. 4 four Thunderbolt USB-C It comes with Wireless Keyboard and Magic Trackpad • Find cars, furniture, electronics, jobs, real estate & more for sale across Australia Another way to contact the seller is by phone. Once payment is confirmed, item will be shipped out within 1-2 working days (except pre-ordered items which needs about 21-30 working days). retired mechanical engineer 25 years in the whisky industry The small village of caol ila is a great base to explore Islay, located just 5 mins from the ferry port of Port Askaig and 15 mins from Bowmore - … I don't insist a deposit be actually made in cash, they can do a bank transfer (though about 20% of the time they actually go to a bank branch and deposit actual cash). When you've agreed to the sale, the seller will request the payment in the Gumtree app. Gumtree Rd , Beech mountain, NC 28604 is currently not for sale. I wouldn't touch Paypal payments at all - too easy for scammers to get their money refunded. Including today. Posted 29th Jun 2015. @DisabledUser271064: Bugger, that sucks. Gumtree Manor is a highly recommended property for self catering in De Rust for up to 6 guests visiting the Karoo region.. About Gumtree Manor. I would think you are protected either way since you are paying for the service as a seller. Conflicting Gumtree Advice - Buyer Protection Hi there, On PayPal's website I'm seeing conflicting advice, some pages say "tick for goods" box and you will be covered for any purchase. Ensure payment has been made: police Acting Detective Sergeant Russ Connor warned users of Gumtree and other trading sites not to hand over items until a payment had been fully verified. We previously moved to restrict the sale of items that were in high demand such as hand sanitisers and PPE, and will move to do the same if required. Best way would be something that won't be possible to reverse or bounce. Post an ad, send a message, sell your item, or apply for a job. The topic ‘Best form of payment to not get scammed (Gumtree)’ is closed to new replies. I know you've had a bad experience but I don't think that's very good advice. Gumtree doesn’t offer any sort of buyer protection or payment programs. Cheques and bank transfers can all be reversed weeks later (after they appear to have cleared) if they're found to be fraudulent, and we all know about paypal can take money out of your account for the smallest reason. @danb: No, this was years ago, before gumtree. ENVE AM30 Foundation Wheelset – survives our toughest test! I don't think your issue here is PayPal doing not as described as thats not covered with paypal in gumtree, its more the charge back issue? Like I will do it tomorrow, deposit $320 cash, in the bank branch, but it is for services rendered by my previous cleaner. PayPal might cop the loss themselves though. It just doesn’t seem like there’s any safe way to sell online. Team Rumours Podcast! The other ideas above - payment by bank transfer, or a bunch of tenners stuffed into an envelope and sent to you by special delivery - give lots of protection to you but very little to them. The seller protection is not as solid as you think of. $1100 for a used laptop? You mentioned, you've sent plenty of pictures of the item and it's condition, which is good as that covers you from any false advertisement of the condition of the item as well. PayPal is a Gumtree partner – it’s easy to connect PayPal to your Gumtree account. Gumtree Cottage is situated approximately 15 mins from Bowmore and the main amenities of the island. New sellers have account limits, category limits, and … Yet still at the end of the day, their attitude/policy seemed to be, 'well the bank forced us to give money back, so we are going to take it back from you' . This stunning White C Class AMG Sport Plus has covered 92k miles from new. How Would Someone Be Able to Purchase JB Hi-Fi Gift Cards from Auspost for Half Price or More? and one working on an oil rig!! The seller got to keep the money also with paypal stating it was their mistake to close the case early. Probably acts abit like insurance, getting all the premiums but only a small % make a claim that they need to pay. So in this case they lost money and paid me. End of the day, its risk you want to take especially when you're talking about the $1000s. Basically, Gumtree doesn't have any buyer or seller protection, so doing anything other than face-to-face exchange for cash is asking to be scammed. Make sure you also use the ‘Reply to ad’ button for any communication. @festivalmayhem: He called to arrange an interview with me. Reminds me of a case i raised with them as i bought something on gumtree, the seller sent approx 10% of what i bought, so i raised a case and they closed it without even asking for evidence (i couldnt upload it until they went to the next step), i got them to reopen it and gave them all my evidence, so they went in my favour, i got a full refund, even though i was just asking for a partial refund for the % that wasnt there. On Gumtree, this means being polite and observant when buying or selling. Which types of payment does Gumtree accept? Issue 134. Aus Shares V US Shares V Crypo Property You Investing Post COVID19. full face helmets for sale @ podium motorcycles.they are all in perfect condition!make / size / price :- airoh / xs / sold- scorpion / large / r4 500.00 (bluetooth headset with inner sun viser)- spirit vertex mx series / medium / r1 980.00 (brand new)- shark evo line series 3 /xs / r3 500. According to ING's David Breen, "In the unlikely event that an unauthorised transaction takes place on an ING Direct account, the customer will not be liable for the unauthorised transaction, provided they have complied with the terms and conditions of the account." Our features help you jump to the top of the listings, speed up your sale, or reach out further to your audience. full face helmets for sale @ podium motorcycles.they are all in perfect condition!make / size / price :- airoh / xs / sold- scorpion / large / r4 500.00 (bluetooth headset with inner sun viser)- spirit vertex mx series / medium / r1 980.00 (brand new)- shark evo line series 3 /xs / r3 500. either friends and family or bank transfer if you're selling. However, on another page I see "Note: PayPal Buyer Protection does not apply to payments made through Gumtree. If they deposit direct into your bank account, they cannot get money back at all no matter what. Who knows if he snooped me out too. Was it on the sly or were they upfront that is what they were doing? Latest Stories. They can request that it is reversed by the bank has to confirm with the recipient (you) that it was transferred in error. I found a Nexus 7 for sale locally on Gumtree, and because we live in a small close-knit community (virtually crime-free), I didn't twig when the seller spun … I've been through this many times. Kids these days use Facebook as well but I'm too old to comment on that. Gumtree.com Limited is an Appointed Representative of Compare The Market Limited who is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. F&F can still be reversed if the payment was initiated from a card and the cardholder claims the card was stolen at the time that transaction was made. I am happy to sell locally. If you are going to meet up in person, try to block the person into a corner when you show them the item so you can grab them if they try to run is my only advice I guess. Once you've confirmed the payment, the money will appear in the seller's PayPal account. Nestled in the Klein Karoo, sandwiched between the Swartberg and Kammanassie Mountains, perched 15m above the waters of the Stompdrift Dam with awe inspiring views, this three bedroom timber cabin occupies a truly special corner of our planet. Jonnyblock 16. We had to do photo boards, give clothing as evidence (which I never got back) and more. DisabledUser271064 on 24/01/2019 - 11:44 @danb: No, this was years ago, before gumtree. We recommend using contactless digital payments for Gumtree transactions where possible. ... Data Protection ICO registration number: ZA227007. I'm not sure the case with gumtree paypal method you suggested. Collapse Tree Branch COVID-19 Guidance. It'll be an expensive lesson. Once you've confirmed the payment, the money will appear in the seller's PayPal account. Gumtree Lodge is a 4 star graded B&B offering Mount Edgecombe accommodation in 12 guest rooms.. About Gumtree Lodge. Newsletter Settings, Cut off date for issue 135 of Singletrack is the 25th January - You need to join us by this date in order to receive the next issue. Gumtree and MFC, Nedbank’s vehicle finance division, have launched a digital process to verify cars sold online, which offer consumers additional protection when buying or selling vehicles. He was really nice though, an ex cop. I’m happy with the offer but after I told them my suburb they’ve requested for me to post it and offered $50 (bringing the total payment to $1350) to cover postage to Sydney (from Brisbane). Privacy As a seller, I accept cash only. Maybe not the case if they paid you with a friends and family payment as that's not meant to be used for purchases and offers no protection for the seller. AA 128 Point Inspection Passed with report, Free HPI Certificate Provided, AA Nationwide Warranty included. 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Gumtree doesn’t offer any sort of buyer protection / payment programs So … gumtree is a CASH only transaction place. @DisabledUser271064: Did you get paid through the gumtree app with paypal? I was so annoyed that the seller got to keep the money since she scammed me, but was happy with a full refund. You can then review the payment request information in the Gumtree app and choose your preferred payment method. Fingers crossed it goes well. Period. Never accept anything but cash and in person, even then you make choose to meet them away from home. Latest Stories. If they go in and directly deposit cash into your bank account (at branch, not online transfer) I don't think there is any way they can then take it back . Gumtree said it will always take down a copycat website as soon as it can. I’ve got somebody picking up in person this afternoon for $1,100. I would still tend to side with you are protected since you are paying a fee to be covered for seller protection. Obviously not everyone will be, and there might be genuine people out there who would pay using this method. Could this be the final nail in the coffin of online scammers? I am looking for a KTM Super Duke 1290, 2014 to 2017 model, on a private agreement, down payment option. If someone is insisting on remote payment before seeing the goods, my reccommendation would be to walk away and look for something else, especially if it sounds too good to be true. I guess I’m lucky I didn’t catch them as I found out from the police later that the thief robbed somebody earlier and stabbed them in the leg when the victim grabbed them. How to transition to working in disability care without qualifications? If you're buying, then definitely the goods and services. PayPal is a Gumtree partner – it’s easy to connect PayPal to your Gumtree account. I’m currently selling my old laptop via Gumtree and after a lot of time wasters who never end up showing I’ve had an offer for $1,300. Offers that look ‘too good to be true’ often are, especially if the item needs to be shipped. The insurance company called it “standard practice” but when I asked the PI he admitted it isn’t and they bought him in because it seemed fabricated/planned. Gumtree you always expect the worst kind and generally insist with "in person only" practice. chiade1234 (More ads from this seller) User since kwi 2010 93878624 Email poster Remember to inform your fellow Gummies you’d like contactless payment when negotiating the … You obviously aren't familiar with the scams around the use of paypal on gumtree, paypal offers zero protection on gumtree. Just been defrauded on Gumtree, ... A lifetime in Finance has convinced me that payment for internet purchases should only be made by ... but presumably they will spout data protection… There are plenty other good deals on Gumtree. I’d be more worried about them calling the bank and reporting an unauthorised transaction. Funny that, I’ve already been robbed in person selling from FB Marketplace. Gumtree doesn’t get involved in the payment process, but it does provide a useful guide. You will have to jump through a load of hoops to prove the transaction is genuine and 99% of the time you will lose. Gumtree is a local classifieds website and ads aren’t reviewed before they go live on the site. Can still be reversed if the payment was initiated from a card and the cardholder claims the card was stolen at the time that transaction was made. My partner still gets worried when we sell something online too. If the person can use PayPal than normal payment or gift option but whatever option is used remember to post the dress with a tracked parcel as what people might do is to try and tell You it was lost in the post and open a dispute for a refund, and without any proof of delivery outcome will be in buyers favour. postal order is good because you can go & cash it before sending the goods, It's costs them to buy it though so you may have to stand the cost yourself in order to get them to do it. To be fair, they have PayPal protection as a buyer and it’s not uncommon to buy used laptops on eBay. As a female I would feel super uncomfortable and unsafe if a seller (or anyone)did that. WARNING Do not link Paypal to Gumtree as I have just been scammed by a buyer who opened a dispute saying the item was defective ( it was a plastic figurine and unbreakable and I had photos before and after delivery proving she is not being honest) and Payal have given her all her(my) money back. Visit Australia's FREE Marketplace to buy in your local area! Copyright © 2006-2021 OzBargain ABN: 26 144 073 772, Is My Gumtree Sale Safe? Doctors Refusing to See Particular Patients. This home was built in 2003 and last sold on 9/20/2019 for $175,000. It was interstate and I requested Auspost COD, also the buyer sent $50 to my Paypal account via friends and family to cover initial cost. Meh, just 'cos Gumtree says it don't make it so. Another option, would be get them to have a friend of theirs in Brisbane, pick it up for them, pay cash, and have their friend then send item via post. Editor’s Choice Awards 2020 – Chipps’ Pick, Editor’s Choice Awards 2020 – Andi’s Pick. Gumtree doesn’t offer any sort of buyer protection or payment programs. Only deal with cash when sell on Gumtree :). ING Direct says it is safe to give out your details but it recommends you monitor your account for unauthorised transactions. They didn't in my case, and it was only about $20USD . IME the safest option is to meet somewhere neutral and take cash, or have a chat on the phone to make sure they're genuine (scammers are usually easy to spot) and then take money by bank transfer. Bike in a very good condition. Selling on Gumtree is a win-win situation! I would be worried that I was the one about to be mugged. The company said the buyer made the payment outside of Gumtree’s online payment portal, which allowed him to later dispute the charge successfully. ... Protection bar bags, set. Jonnyblock 16. In short there is no totally safe way, except for cash on collection (and even then you can get mugged/killed). If you’re a car dealer wanting to list vehicles or a business wanting to post job ads on Gumtree, paid subscription packages are available. Should I accept PayPal as a payment method on Gumtree? But of course the scammers ruin it for everyone. Not a good idea. 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