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Returned goods scam?

muir_steve
Posts: 29 Forumite
I recently sold an item on ebay which the buyer was unhappy with, probably stupidly, i returned a cheque to the buyer with return address details for the goods, however, I have never received the returned goods.
The cheque i sent has not yet been cashed. Am i just being cynical or wd it be a good idea to stop the cheque assuming that i've been duped?
Have already left feedback praising prompt payment etc so cant' leave any more.
Any ideas???
The cheque i sent has not yet been cashed. Am i just being cynical or wd it be a good idea to stop the cheque assuming that i've been duped?
Have already left feedback praising prompt payment etc so cant' leave any more.
Any ideas???
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What are the time scales? Personally I would stop the cheque but that might cost you more than its worth. Always ask for return of goods before refunding payment. Always find out why they want a refund.
I recently had sold a kilt jacket and the GIRL who bought it said it didn't fit thats when I discovered she was a she and not a he. Declined refund but told her to feel free to use my very accurate listing!!0 -
If you assume the cheque has been lost in the post, you will normally not be charged for stopping it for that reason. I presume it has been some time since you sent the cheque.0
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