ere are some helpful hints to know if you are getting a bargain.
You know the saying.. "You get what you paid for".
This doesn't have to be true.
Ask, ask, ask away any questions you have.
1- If you are allergic to pets. Ask the seller if the item comes from a pet free home or not.
* Not all sellers write this as they either do not know that is important or they rush the description and some even hide the fact that they do have pets or simply do not find in necessary to add to the listing. So ask!
2- Ask for more pictures. And dark lighting in pictures can be hiding some minor to major flaws of the clothing.
* Everyone should be able to send you additional pictures per your request. Get picky. Do you wonder if that is a spot on the camera lens or damage to the clothing. Get very specific. Any good seller will be happy to provide you with any additional information you need. If not, stay away!!! What seller doesn't want a sale??
3- What is that spot?
*Some camera lenses have spots on them that may the clothing look bad or damaged. Just ask for another picture.
4- Confirm the size, measurements, etc. so you get what you want.
* Make sure the listing description matches the selling category as a clue;-)
5- Add in shipping & handling fees if applicable to the cost of the item.
*Is this shirt for example really worth this amount (item price + shipping).
*If the buyer claims they offer discounted shipping, make sure you know all the details so you don't end up stocking up your shopping cart for say and then getting ripped off at the check out process.
6- Remember!! Cotton shrinks!
* What size an item used to be to what it is now can be two different sizes. Sure, when it was bought new, it was a size medium for example. But the seller forgot to mention it was their favorite shirt and they wore it everyday and it got washed alot. So then you end up with a size small shirt!
* Ask the seller how often it was worn. Also check out the pictures, the description, the seller's feedback, etc.
7- Beware of some so called new with tag items, aka "nwt".
*Many people can get their hands on a tag gun. They may keep the tags, wear the item and when they get ready to sell it, they get out the ol' tag gun.
8- Beware of used bathing suits, used lingerie, bra's, panties, etc.
*This is simply a hygeine issue. I don't think I have to say much here:-O Even if it is not allowed, I betcha someone out there is selling something used claiming it is new. Go for the items that are packaged if applicable.
9- Athletes foot?
*How bad do you want those shoes? We have no idea of the other person's personal details. Think "new" on this one;)
10- Smoke Free Home?
*Just ask! Prevent bad feedback for yourself and the seller.
*Everyone does everything differently like I said above about the pet issue. Some may not find this to be valuable information to include.
Simply, be a pest. But you will end up with a bargain at the end and avoid nasty transactions and a box full of useless s
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