a buying tip

[magage45]

I have recently bought some items which in my view were not up to scratch. I just want to warn buyers to read thoroughly everything about the item before buying. I made a mistake and did not read it properly.

[kopenhagen5]

Another buying tip -

Always pay with PayPal if it's a posted item.

Paying direct into someones bank account may mean you never see the item and have little or no recourse.

[thecatspjs]

As a frequent (well LBH ... addicted) ebay buyer I just think it is a given that if you don't read descriptions thoroughly the chances you will disappointed are increased significantly.

As a seller, even though my descriptions are shorter than some, I spend a bit of time on each one to try and ensure that I add in all the most important information that a buyer will need to make their decision. 

[foxette-in-sox]

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@magage45 wrote:

I have recently bought some items which in my view were not up to scratch. I just want to warn buyers to read thoroughly everything about the item before buying. I made a mistake and did not read it properly.

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Um well,if it was the Barbie stuff that you left the less than positive comment about,that is not fair to the seller.

JMO

[lyndal1838]

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@magage45 wrote:

I have recently bought some items which in my view were not up to scratch. I just want to warn buyers to read thoroughly everything about the item before buying. I made a mistake and did not read it properly.

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You made a mistake so you turn it back on the seller?

Most of us do read the listings properly so we are not disappointed.

[annies_fancy_dress]

Buyers who don't read the description are the bane of sellers.

[wargul]

She did not leave a "less than positive" comment.  She left a positive comment.  Made mention she wasn't wrapped about the presentation (whatever that means) and gave postive feedback.  A bit unreasonable to criticise.

[wargul]

You comment is arrogant and irrelevant but correct never the less. Give yourself a tick.

[chiselman07]

Not reading description is the norm for most buyers.

[pinktoedannie]

 I hope you didn't knock the sellers stars for something that was your own fault.  The description forms part of the buying contract.  Of course you should read it.