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Re: Update: Reference check.
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Did they provide a reference for you? I've not seen that email before but beware. If wire transfer is the only method I would want proof from verified forum members prior to sending money. Once you send it there is NO way to get it back and you are 100% screwed if they are not a trustworthy seller.

Ask them if they sell on eBay as that is a good way to check. Not just a name either, get their username and and then send them a message. If they respond and don't know what the hell you are talking about then you know they are scammers. I confirm my eBay store all the time and if they have an account and sell anything It is not too much to ask.

After my issues I would not send money via wire transfer and would absorb the 3% fees gladly in exchange for the security that paypal offers when not using gift. Just my two cents.

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