I am selling on Craigs List,i need to know a few things.?

Question

This is my first time selling on craigslist. I am selling a ring for 3000.00-5000.00 OBO.I have had alot of hits on it.BUT i dont know how many of them are real. I have stated in the item description that i want south metro ga only.But a few ppl have told me they would send me a certified check and then have their shipping agent come and pick up the ring.WHAT is a shipping agent?And can that be trusted?.

Answer 1

That is a scammer all the way.  Don't sell anything to overseas purchasers.  Most are scammers.  They usually present their offers using strange language like "my shipping agent".  Spell check doesn't catch it, but it just doesn't sound right.  I've sold and bought on Craigslist, but the transaction was always completed in person and in cash.  Be careful.

Answer 2

checks, even certified checks can be counterfeited.  You should not hand over the merchandise until the check is deposited and you verify with the bank that the funds transfered to your account before sending the mercandise.  While I can't say this is definitively a scam, it definitely has scam potential - and how you would get your money back if the check is fake and the seller has your ring.  Stick to purchasers that can pay cash, paypal. or a charge card.