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Discussion => Newbie discussion => Topic started by: mike6623 on February 19, 2013, 02:44 pm

Title: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: mike6623 on February 19, 2013, 02:44 pm
I am gearing up for my 1st purchase, and considering the anonymity of the site, I was wondering about how to NOT get ripped off for money. I mean, this isn't ebay, and if I pay for something, someone can simply take the money and run, no? Anyone have this happen before?




Thanks!
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: MaidMandy on February 19, 2013, 02:49 pm
The best way to avoid getting ripped off is not to FE (Finalize Early). Simple as :)
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: Chopper on February 19, 2013, 03:08 pm
And ignore the SPAM posts selling cheap BTCs!!! Only purchase them through respected and reviewed traders like Blue Sky Traders, Bitinstant etc. Search for them on the forums and if you don't find multiple good reviews from respected posters keep well away! If it's too good to be true.......
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: mike6623 on February 19, 2013, 03:24 pm
Thanks so much. I appreciate all of the help.
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: Lentium on February 20, 2013, 10:19 am
Don't FE. Trust me I learned my $400 lesson :'(
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: Yoda on February 20, 2013, 10:28 am
Do your homework. 
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: Galtourpa on February 21, 2013, 03:38 am
Read everything you can on the vendor before you buy, also send them a message and see how long it takes for a reply and the tone of the reply. Dont ask a stupid question though and don't ask one that is in their FAQ. Be polite.
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: RedSeaPirate on February 21, 2013, 03:41 am
Say FU to FE and only purchase products from verified vendors
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: 1byday43 on February 21, 2013, 03:44 am
buy on sr, dont hang on to the bitcoins too long since their value can wildly fluctuate, dont finalize early.  over a year and I have had zero problems.
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: wakeside917 on February 21, 2013, 03:45 am
Never finalize early.  Reputably vendors such as myself would never ask you to.
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: 1byday43 on February 21, 2013, 03:46 am
forgot to mention that researching the vendors on the forums for review etc is very important.
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: blisterex on February 21, 2013, 03:51 am
Don't FE. Trust me I learned my $400 lesson :'(
dude that's crazy. i'm planning on avoiding FE as much as possible.
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: cantellya on February 21, 2013, 04:08 am
Don't FE. Trust me I learned my $400 lesson :'(
dude that's crazy. i'm planning on avoiding FE as much as possible.

It sucks because if you want to purchase from some seemingly reputable vendors, some of them request that you FE. What do you do as a noob? It seems like we would be an easy target for selective scamming in this case, however also a chance to do a leap of faith if you will.

suggestions? US MDMA vendors that actually sell MDMA, not methylone? lol
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: rext12 on February 21, 2013, 10:20 pm
@cantellya Empathy101 is a LuckyLuciano reseller in the US. Simple as that. Sells up to 10g I believe

as far as not getting scammed, MaidMandy is right. Don't FE and you should be fine. Escrow is in place for a reason....
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: mike6623 on April 09, 2013, 02:49 am
I know this is off this topic, but I cannot find the "start thread" button haha.

I have a question about EMS shipping. I am trying to get ephedrine for my girlfriend so she can lose weight. the seller is in india and only does EMS which requires signature, which scares me. Has anyone experienced EMS shipping? How was it? I am nervous because there were a few sites from canada I ordered ephedrine through, but was refunded right after saying they dont ship to the US any more. I doubt that would flag me, but I really want this deal and it is EMS signature ONLY. Advice? Experience?




Thanks!
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: NoName4534 on April 09, 2013, 02:52 am
Skip ephedrine, clenbuterol is much more effective.
Title: Re: How to not get ripped off?
Post by: chemicalcat on April 09, 2013, 05:49 am
NEVER FE!!!! unless the little blue elves tell you too!