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Old 04-07-2010, 09:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Chicago206 View Post
The thread starter is absolutely correct! However, sending paypal "gift" is NO DIFFERENT than sending a USPS money order, or a personal check, or a certified bank check, or cash. There is little to zero recourse with any of those options either. It all comes down to trust as the OP has stated...but thats with almost any aspect of any deal not specific to "paypal gift". Just my 2 cents.


I believe USPS money orders offer some protection, depending upon how bad the deal goes. They may be a nightmare to navigate, but Federal Postal Fraud Laws are kind of important.

But you're right. If a seller wants to rip people off, they always can find a way.
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