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If you're buying or selling over the Internet with a person you don't know, and you're not going to meet in person to exchange the goods, the safest way to trade is to use an Escrow service.

An Escrow service acts as a trusted third party and will hold the money while the buyer has a chance to receive and inspect the merchandise.

Preloved recommends Escrow.com - a fully licensed and accredited escrow company. Escrow.com are the recommended escrow partners for eBay, and allow you to trade directly in UK Pounds.

 
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How it works

1. Buyer and Seller agree to Terms
Both parties agree to terms of the transaction, which includes a description of the merchandise, sale price, number of days for the Buyer's inspection, and any shipping information.

2. Buyer Pays Escrow.com
The Buyer submits a payment, selecting check, money order, wire transfer, or credit card online. Escrow.com verifies the payment. Processing time varies by payment method.

3. Seller Ships Merchandise
Upon payment verification, the Seller is authorized to ship merchandise and submit tracking information. Escrow.com verifies that the Buyer receives the shipment.

4. Buyer accepts the Merchandise
The Buyer has a set number of days for an inspection and the option to accept or reject the merchandise.

5. Escrow.com Pays the Seller
Escrow.com pays the Seller by check or wire transfer. The transaction is complete.

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