[pwilk17]

Wire Transfer is by far the safest method for the seller. It is the only 100% full proof method of getting paid and being able to send out a shipment immediately (other than receiving cash on pick up). Money Orders and Bank Drafts are being professionally forged and you cannot be certain that they are good until they have cleared (can take up to a month to clear). Paypal and any method that can involve a credit card are at risk of charge backs. I have examined this issue and will only accept wire transfer for a large purchase if the buyer wants their item right away (and they usually do by Fedex etc. for a large value item). Unless the customer is willing to wait until their payment clears (if paying by bank draft, certified check or money order), I will only take wire transfer for high value items.