Google is a search engine. A search engine can only lead you to links related to your search terms based on its algorithms.
A board is a forum. Real people post on the boards in answer to your questions and posts.
Which of the above do you think will give you more focused and appropriate responses/information?
Of course, the clearer and more detailed (with specifics) your question, the more precise and relevant the responses, particularly on boards like these.
You shouldn’t discard or ignore responses because you don’t like them. What matters is — are they accurate? You could then ask “Is there anything that I can do?” and there’ll be various options… but if none of the options include “Open MBG claim to get refund”, don’t open a refund claim. Denied claims add up and may cause you to be considered a risky buyer by eBay.
Look, almost everyone here will help with advice or suggestions… and even if it’s unpalatable, it is worthwhile considering.
The point at which you make the most impactful choice about your purchase is BEFORE you hit the buy button. Look at padi’s list; it gives you a lot of information that you can use in future because what you should have avoided can just as easily be turned into what you should do in future.
1. Check where seller is registered;
2. Avoid purchasing from sellers with less then 99.5% feedback (there are exceptions but it’s not a bad idea to come to the boards and post an item number for other members to check and weigh in on whether it’s an okay risk):
3. For expensive purchases (esp. where warranty would be desired), buy from Australian sellers who are authorised to sell that item;
4. Expect to pay what the item is worth (because if an item is considerably less than RRP, there’s a reason);
5. Read the description extremely carefully; and
6. Know the T&Cs of eBay’s Money Back Guarantee.
