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Buying Used Equipment on the Internet

Hello all, 

Had a question for the more experienced hi-fi enthusiasts here. I'm new to this hobby and currently still trying out new gear to see what I like. I was looking into trying out the Parasound Halo Hint 6 amplifier and found a used one through AudioMart. 

My question is: what advice would people have for buying used equipment online? The pricing is attractive but there's also no option for returns once the transaction goes through. What's to stop someone from offloading a lemon on to an unsuspecting buyer?

 

Thanks!

aamiransari

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fastfreight
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I have sold many items with 100% positive feedback and will only accept PayPal if it IS F/F.  There are several reasons here. 

1) PP never supports the seller if there is a dispute, and fraudulent buyers can lock up the money while they have your item.

2) Regular PP charges over 3%  No need for this.

3) Regular PP generates a tax statement to the IRS and Seller.  Even tough there is never a profit, the forms must be filed with your return  I am not a business.

So don't discount sellers who only take F/F.   It is not their fault.  If you want absolute protection buy new or from a company with return policy.  Talk to the seller. You can tell...

 

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