As a seller, I have to say money orders are highly preferable. To protect myself, i won't ship until a check has cleared. I want to ship as soon as possible, but it's a hassle trying to determine if the funds are really available.
How long is too long to ship?
I bought a item by check. The check cleared 3Jan 02 today is the 15th. Sent email the 10th no reply. Sent nasty email today and responce was not shipped yet will check with bank. When you tell me it will clear on the 3rd and it clears on the 3rd i expect it to be shipped within 3 days. I am not sure but am i expecting too much?