Did I get scammed on eBay. Need help please!!!!?

Question

I previously asked this question, but i just want to get more responses before I take any actions. Here's the problem:

I just bought a textbook for $81. I paid how i normally paid using paypal. But this time after I paid eBay says "Payment is being processed by PayPal".

How come it says this? Usually when I pay, it goes instantly. I never touched anything on my PayPal account.

Also when I checked the details on my Payment account it says "unclaimed" in the activity list and when I click details it says next to the guys email address "The recipient of this payment is unregistered"

I'm not using e checks.

What does this mean?. How long will it take to process? The seller has 0 feedback ratings? Did i get scammed?

Also his email address is [e-mail] (note i made this up except for the aim part). Do PayPal accept aim accounts?

Answer 1

Call PayPal for your answers or email or write them.

In case of errors or questions about your Electronic Transfers, you can call our customer service center at 1-888-221-1161 or 1-402-935-7733. For debit card claims you can call 1-402-935-2017 (this number is also included on the back of your debit card). You may also email us by using the webforms at http://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd... or write us at 12312 Port Grace Blvd, La Vista, NE 68128,

Answer 2

The seller is probably new and doesn't yet realize that he has to have a business or premier account in Paypal to accept payments.

He won't be able to accept the payment until he makes the changes.  In the meantime, you've paid.

When he contacts you asking for payment, tell him to upgrade his account to get paid.  He can ask Paypal Help how to do that.