11-10-2006, 08:44 AM
Quote:So youre looking for a notebook and want to get the most for your money. One of the best places to get a great deal on new or used notebooks is eBay. However, when you try to find a bargain on eBay, you run the risk of being scammed. Here are some scams you should keep your eye out for to make your purchase on eBay safer.
The Obvious Fraudulent Listing
Frequently, scams can be easy to spot because the seller exudes certain traits that scream fraud. These are some characteristics of eBay listings that are blatant scams:
* The sellers name is a random string of letters, e.g. xtrfdsgr.
* The seller is selling from a foreign locale, e.g. Hong Kong and Sweden, but ships internationally
* The selling price is much lower than MSRP...
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