waddo
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August 2020
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How to buy safely, by waddo on Sept 14, 2020 12:40:27 GMT 1, Hi, apologies if this is an inappropriate post. Iโm new on here and looking to buy some particular pieces. How do I ensure I can do this safely? Do you usually just use PayPal the way you would for example on ebay? Any advice gratefully received!
Hi, apologies if this is an inappropriate post. Iโm new on here and looking to buy some particular pieces. How do I ensure I can do this safely? Do you usually just use PayPal the way you would for example on ebay? Any advice gratefully received!
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How to buy safely, by The Italian One on Sept 14, 2020 13:35:25 GMT 1, hi,
it depends on the Value of the artwork.
actually i found PayPal very expensive.
for important artwork i would avoid paying with PayPal.
actually confidence in the seller is evrething
hi,
it depends on the Value of the artwork.
actually i found PayPal very expensive.
for important artwork i would avoid paying with PayPal.
actually confidence in the seller is evrething
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bdc
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October 2019
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How to buy safely, by bdc on Sept 14, 2020 13:38:54 GMT 1, A trusted seller is definitely the key.
Face to face and doing a bank transfer would be my preferred method as you can check the work out and donโt have to worry about carrying loads of cash.
I have done bank transfers for large amounts (to me) but this has been to very trusted and established sellers.
A trusted seller is definitely the key.
Face to face and doing a bank transfer would be my preferred method as you can check the work out and donโt have to worry about carrying loads of cash.
I have done bank transfers for large amounts (to me) but this has been to very trusted and established sellers.
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sandinista
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April 2020
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How to buy safely, by sandinista on Sept 14, 2020 14:46:58 GMT 1, Have a supply of hob nobs available as you may find large transfers get blocked by the bank. Seller should pre warn the bank. I found myself waiting over an hour for a transfer to go through whilst having to call the bank etc.
Have a supply of hob nobs available as you may find large transfers get blocked by the bank. Seller should pre warn the bank. I found myself waiting over an hour for a transfer to go through whilst having to call the bank etc.
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sandinista
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How to buy safely, by sandinista on Sept 14, 2020 14:47:33 GMT 1, Just thought that will probably confuse those not in uk.
Just thought that will probably confuse those not in uk.
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danislinus
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July 2020
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How to buy safely, by danislinus on Sept 14, 2020 14:54:41 GMT 1, Just thought that will probably confuse those not in uk. 
Just thought that will probably confuse those not in uk. Iโm in the US and love hob nobs. |
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mrizzle
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January 2016
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How to buy safely, by mrizzle on Sept 14, 2020 16:33:14 GMT 1, As @theitalianone said, confidence/trust in the seller is key. My advice would be to exercise due diligence ahead of any purchase. Ask the seller (if buying privately) for references which you can check. When Iโve sold a high value piece here previously, I provided genuine interested parties with access to my private social media accounts etc so that they could verify I was who I said I was and cross reference things.
Furthermore, photos, as many photos as possible should be available on request. Itโs easy to time stamp these but I would also request some verification of their ownership, eg an image of their username on paper next to photographs, photos on a device of todayโs news etc are all helpful things to see. You may be able to arrange an inspection in person or virtually.
Also, they should be able to provide a detailed history of ownership/provenance. This may or may not include a COA. Some place more weight on this than others. Personally it would be my preference to have it or a receipt for purchase at the very least. This, again, depends on what it is youโre buying.
Lastly, itโs down to you and the seller to agree the method of payment. Itโs really down to what youโre both comfortable with. You may request by PayPal and covering all fees. Some sellers will (justifiably) be reluctant to do this due to the unfair imbalance of protection in favour of you as the buyer. However, if youโve followed the prior steps then you will likely feel comfortable with a direct transfer/PayPal F&F. You may also be able to arrange a face to face meet. This might make me less comfortable personally.
Good luck and just approach it all rationally. Hope that helps in some way.
As @theitalianone said, confidence/trust in the seller is key. My advice would be to exercise due diligence ahead of any purchase. Ask the seller (if buying privately) for references which you can check. When Iโve sold a high value piece here previously, I provided genuine interested parties with access to my private social media accounts etc so that they could verify I was who I said I was and cross reference things.
Furthermore, photos, as many photos as possible should be available on request. Itโs easy to time stamp these but I would also request some verification of their ownership, eg an image of their username on paper next to photographs, photos on a device of todayโs news etc are all helpful things to see. You may be able to arrange an inspection in person or virtually.
Also, they should be able to provide a detailed history of ownership/provenance. This may or may not include a COA. Some place more weight on this than others. Personally it would be my preference to have it or a receipt for purchase at the very least. This, again, depends on what it is youโre buying.
Lastly, itโs down to you and the seller to agree the method of payment. Itโs really down to what youโre both comfortable with. You may request by PayPal and covering all fees. Some sellers will (justifiably) be reluctant to do this due to the unfair imbalance of protection in favour of you as the buyer. However, if youโve followed the prior steps then you will likely feel comfortable with a direct transfer/PayPal F&F. You may also be able to arrange a face to face meet. This might make me less comfortable personally.
Good luck and just approach it all rationally. Hope that helps in some way.
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