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hulahoop1 05-11-2010 03:08 PM

Trust your gut feelings.

bjinar 05-11-2010 03:18 PM

BE CAREFUL!. A car dealer in my town just got a fake money order for a RV that he had for sale in Cregs list.The money order looked real until he took it to the bank and they said it was fake. I also heard on the news this morning about a guy getting murder from Crags list. Just a friendly warning.

SheilaE 05-11-2010 03:24 PM

Craig's List is known to attract scams/scammers - be very wary.

Jeri M 05-11-2010 03:27 PM

Craigs List warns people to not trust anyone wanting to pay with money orders. Without a doubt - This is a scam.

BellaBoo 05-11-2010 03:40 PM

I would rather have a money order then a check. What else is he suppose to send if not cash? If the money order isn't any good then keep the machines. If it is good then give him the machines.

judithb 05-11-2010 03:42 PM


Originally Posted by BellaBoo
I would rather have a money order then a check. What else is he suppose to send if not cash? If the money order isn't any good then keep the machines. If it is good then give him the machines.

What about a Travelers Check?

GrammaO 05-11-2010 03:48 PM

No no no! Scam offers like that are all over. Don't give out any personal information, especially your address, etc. There are all sorts of weirdos out there trying to get your personal information. Don't let anyone come to your house and look at them either unless you have someone there with you. i know I sound paranoid, but there are those who will prey on women who are home alone. Be careful, ok?

KayT 05-11-2010 03:49 PM

I wouldn't give them anything, my suggestion is stay clear!

FAYE 05-11-2010 04:05 PM

When I get sick n tired of some of these free loaders trying to get my very personal info, well I give it to them,my home addy... is usually the police or a fire station addy, my SS number, I have put one together for them...my late husbands # scrambled up I can't buy windows or get roof repairs because I rent....{yes I do, l rent the space my mobile home is on} keeps things a lot safer for me

garysgal 05-11-2010 04:24 PM

You know, there is the possibility that it is all legit. However, he may want them knowing that he can sell them for a lot more.
I would email a time or two, and do like someone suggested, make sure his checks clear the bank and don't meet him at your house, and not alone.
Let us know how it turns out.


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