Anyone use this option to avoid fees?
Anyone use this option to avoid fees?
Don't use gift option unless you want to never see the part you paid for.
I've set up an account but haven't actually used it yet. Russ has and has posted that he's very happy with it.Have you actually used this? Sounds good
I've set up an account but haven't actually used it yet.
Using the "gift" option, just means you're paying the fees, and the seller does not. It does not bypass the 3% fee.
That's not necessarily true. It all depends on the situation. If you are buying from someone on a forum who has good feedback you should be ok. Sellers frequently request the gift option to avoid the fees but also to protect them from buyers who make false claims after receiving their merchandise. Such as "the $5,000 Tag Heuer I received was really a Chinese knock off".
Sound judgement, common sense and due diligence should always be used when buying from a stranger or selling to one.
It's completely free if you use your PayPal balance/linked bank account. The only time a fee comes into play using the Gift option is when you use a credit card to send the money.
I've set up an account but haven't actually used it yet. Russ has and has posted that he's very happy with it.
Using the "gift" option, just means you're paying the fees, and the seller does not. It does not bypass the 3% fee.
You're better off just doing a typical transaction and adding 3% to the cost if the seller is being a douche about it. Personally, I HATE when sellers ask for 3% on top or specifically state a price +3%. If the item is $100+3% fee, just make the price $105, or suck it up and pay the 3% and make the price $100.
Anyways, back to the gift - don't do it.