eBay change to trading card return window

[Eric72]

I just received the following message:

"Effective July 29, 2021, we are updating our eBay Money Back Guarantee policy for trading cards by changing the time frame for buyers requesting a return when the item doesn’t match the listing.
• If the seller doesn’t offer returns, you must request a return no later than three (3) calendar days after delivery, instead of 30 days, to return an item when it doesn’t match the listing.
• If the seller offers returns, you must request a return within the seller’s return window as stated in the listing.

While you may notice the absence of the eBay Money Back Guarantee badge from trading cards listings, these items will still be covered under eBay Money Back Guarantee as long as all eligibility requirements are met, including returns windows outlined in the policy."

I personally think this is a good thing. Too many returns initiated by buyers whose speculation didn't pan out.

[JustinD]

I personally love it.

I would like to see some protection for sellers from retribution feedback given by buyers that demand returns outside these parameters as we all know it's coming. However, this is a small step in the correct direction.

[Kutcher55]

Thumps up!

[Tabe]

Originally Posted by JustinD

I personally love it.

I would like to see some protection for sellers from retribution feedback given by buyers that demand returns outside these parameters as we all know it's coming. However, this is a small step in the correct direction.

As a seller, would that really be a threat? Unless you get a TON of people doing this, your overall rating will see basically zero impact. Personally, I would tell the buyer to get bent and happily take the miniscule hit to my feedback %.

[toledo_mudhen]

I don't recall eBay EVER making a conscientious decision to help protect sellers - so I'm quite shocked.

Almost makes me wanna throw em out a kudos - not really tho

[sportscardpete]

eBay had no choice - more competition means they had to do something. Great move!!

[BCauley]

This line just makes me laugh:

"If the seller doesn’t offer returns, you must request a return no later than three (3) calendar days"

Regardless, once you get your card, you don't need more than 3 days anyway. Why they gave buyers the 30 day option I have no idea.