Ebay: I shipped the item before the buyer pays me, am i stupid?

Question

i think i am

Answer 1

wow...not the smartest move. at least if you were buying with paypal then ebay can settle a dispute if the other party pulls some bs

Answer 2

Oooooooohhhhhh yes my friend.  Good luck with that

Answer 3

Now the buyer has no incentive to pay you.

Answer 4

You may feel stupid, but don't worry, they will probably be paying soon... they may not even realize your mistake.