I was recently scammed for $1500 after posting a want ad on usaudiomart. The individual pretended to be someone else with great feedback on head-fi and was listed as a member here on audiogon. Unfortunately, like most sellers now, the individual wanted to be paid PP friends and family to avoid claiming the sale to the IRS. It’s also unfortunate that I can no longer trust anyone. Lesson learned!
BTW- the individual was removed as a member on audiogon. He probably scammed others and someone had him removed.