How to handle selling fabric to quilting board member
08-13-2011, 06:02 AM
#52
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Originally Posted by ptquilts
I don't know what the Ukraine transaction consists of so I am not commenting on that.
But when someone asks you to send money by Western Union you can kiss it goodbye,
But when someone asks you to send money by Western Union you can kiss it goodbye,
I had a friend in Romania do that years ago. I felt terrible because of the high fee she had to pay - I didn't realize it until later - but there was no other way. Now Romania is part of the PP network so it's a breeze.
However, it seems that PP users can send money to Russia and the Ukraine. Not quite sure how they get the receipts out of their accounts - looks like they can only use it for purchases(?).
Here's the breakdown of the different types of PP accounts across countries:
http://www.paypal.com/worldwide/
08-13-2011, 01:36 PM
#54
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Join Date: May 2008
Location: MN
Posts: 24,411
Overall, transactions I've had using the Quilting Board have been great!
PayPal ONLY charges a fee to the SELLER!
Much as I dislike paying the fees, not paying them is CHEATING and/or STEALING!
I've had no problems with checks or money orders received.
It is a good idea to wait to have the payment in your custody before sending out the items.
When a buyer decides to cancel a purchase, I very much appreciate being included in the decision.
I know things happen - and fabric and quilting related items are not a high priority item for most of us - but it really crinkles my cookies when I've sent a polite PM asking about the status of the payment - and the PM has been opened - and I get no response!
The reason I mind - someone else may have wanted that item - so the unresponsive one is not only messing with me, but possibly another person. If no one else is interested, it's nice to close the deal as "cancelled" and be done with it.
I also don't mind "will/can you wait until . . . . " - and most of the buyers have been really good about following through.
If one is selling yardage that is being cut from a larger piece - wait until payment is received.
I think it's quite all right to keep a "naughty and nice" list.
PayPal ONLY charges a fee to the SELLER!
Much as I dislike paying the fees, not paying them is CHEATING and/or STEALING!
I've had no problems with checks or money orders received.
It is a good idea to wait to have the payment in your custody before sending out the items.
When a buyer decides to cancel a purchase, I very much appreciate being included in the decision.
I know things happen - and fabric and quilting related items are not a high priority item for most of us - but it really crinkles my cookies when I've sent a polite PM asking about the status of the payment - and the PM has been opened - and I get no response!
The reason I mind - someone else may have wanted that item - so the unresponsive one is not only messing with me, but possibly another person. If no one else is interested, it's nice to close the deal as "cancelled" and be done with it.
I also don't mind "will/can you wait until . . . . " - and most of the buyers have been really good about following through.
If one is selling yardage that is being cut from a larger piece - wait until payment is received.
I think it's quite all right to keep a "naughty and nice" list.
08-13-2011, 02:13 PM
#55
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Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Vermont
Posts: 6,988
Originally Posted by bearisgray
Overall, transactions I've had using the Quilting Board have been great!
PayPal ONLY charges a fee to the SELLER!
Much as I dislike paying the fees, not paying them is CHEATING and/or STEALING!
I've had no problems with checks or money orders received.
It is a good idea to wait to have the payment in your custody before sending out the items.
When a buyer decides to cancel a purchase, I very much appreciate being included in the decision.
I know things happen - and fabric and quilting related items are not a high priority item for most of us - but it really crinkles my cookies when I've sent a polite PM asking about the status of the payment - and the PM has been opened - and I get no response!
The reason I mind - someone else may have wanted that item - so the unresponsive one is not only messing with me, but possibly another person. If no one else is interested, it's nice to close the deal as "cancelled" and be done with it.
I also don't mind "will/can you wait until . . . . " - and most of the buyers have been really good about following through.
If one is selling yardage that is being cut from a larger piece - wait until payment is received.
I think it's quite all right to keep a "naughty and nice" list.
PayPal ONLY charges a fee to the SELLER!
Much as I dislike paying the fees, not paying them is CHEATING and/or STEALING!
I've had no problems with checks or money orders received.
It is a good idea to wait to have the payment in your custody before sending out the items.
When a buyer decides to cancel a purchase, I very much appreciate being included in the decision.
I know things happen - and fabric and quilting related items are not a high priority item for most of us - but it really crinkles my cookies when I've sent a polite PM asking about the status of the payment - and the PM has been opened - and I get no response!
The reason I mind - someone else may have wanted that item - so the unresponsive one is not only messing with me, but possibly another person. If no one else is interested, it's nice to close the deal as "cancelled" and be done with it.
I also don't mind "will/can you wait until . . . . " - and most of the buyers have been really good about following through.
If one is selling yardage that is being cut from a larger piece - wait until payment is received.
I think it's quite all right to keep a "naughty and nice" list.
08-13-2011, 03:46 PM
#57
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 1,315
I won't use paypal. Too many fees. Plus they have blocked my account several times saying somebody tried to access my account. I just accept checks or money orders. Nobody seems to mind that. I would only sell us usa because cost of shipping.
Judy
Judy
08-13-2011, 04:11 PM
#58
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Posts: 4,134
Originally Posted by judy_68
I won't use paypal. Too many fees. Plus they have blocked my account several times saying somebody tried to access my account. I just accept checks or money orders. Nobody seems to mind that. I would only sell us usa because cost of shipping.
Judy
Judy
08-14-2011, 01:56 PM
#59
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Leesburg, Florida
Posts: 817
I guess I'm lucky - my buyer in Canada mails me the cash. I do use Paypal and have for over 10 years with only a few problem. They are good police about the site and will call if there is a problem. Just pay their little fees (add it to you selling price). Make sure you charge enough postage to get to the UK. It is expensive to mail out of the US. But I would go ahead and get Paypal and use it.
08-16-2011, 09:05 AM
#60
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: NJ
Posts: 2,521
Thanks everyone, I had a bit of a delay in getting Pay Pal as my computer needed repair but I'm back on line now. Also, made note of all the good advice.
I'm bringing package to Post office to find out how much it will cost to send it with delivery confirmation and insurance, and will add any other fees I have to pay to final price I expect from buyer. May in Jersey
I'm bringing package to Post office to find out how much it will cost to send it with delivery confirmation and insurance, and will add any other fees I have to pay to final price I expect from buyer. May in Jersey
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