Safety Tips for Buyers

Dos for Buyers

• Always do a through research of the product you intent to buy
• Ask as many questions as you have about the product
• Insist on inspecting the product on your own before buying
• Meet the seller at a public place before buying the product
• Cash is the best form of payment in a transaction through classifieds

Don’ts for Buyers

• Don’t disclose your personal information to the seller in your initial conversation
• Don’t be afraid to cancel the deal if you find something fishy
• Don’t buy the product unless you have seen it physically
• Avoid meeting the seller in a secluded area
• Avoid sharing your credit card or bank account details

 

Safety Tips for Sellers

Dos for Sellers

• Always provide correct and detailed information
• Answer the buyer’s queries to generate his or her interest in your offer
• Be sure about the buyer’s identity and purpose before closing deal
• Meet the buyer in person in a public place before closing the deal

Don’ts for Sellers

• Avoid committing something which is not present in the product/service
• Don’t disclose personal information unless you are sure about buyer’s intention

• Don’t be afraid to ask the buyer about his purpose of buying the product
• Avoid meeting the buyer in a secluded area