Yeah, it is scarey, I ship aquatic plants from time to time and only once did I get burned (for snails of all things, but he stuck me for two shipments plus postage). So, now I get money upfront by paypal or by mail. If it is by mail, specify money order or check -- people will send you cash which is not wise.
The bigger risk is actually the buyers, for at least on Ebay you have some purchase protection. Here, you just have your online reputation so a new poster like yourself is an unknown.
All of these are reasons why local may be better for you. Have you tried an ad in the classifieds (can be pricey but in my city tanks go fast), or is there a for-sale-online in your city? You also might search for the local fish clubs, Google fish club or society in your city or state. You may find killie or betta or cichlid or goldfish societies locally. The local fish stores may let you post a for sale sign.
Also, there are lots of online fish classifieds, like this one. You can post "for local pickup -- your city" and may get responses.
Get busy, and remember, I'm first for the magnums if they don't go with the tanks.
The bigger risk is actually the buyers, for at least on Ebay you have some purchase protection. Here, you just have your online reputation so a new poster like yourself is an unknown.
All of these are reasons why local may be better for you. Have you tried an ad in the classifieds (can be pricey but in my city tanks go fast), or is there a for-sale-online in your city? You also might search for the local fish clubs, Google fish club or society in your city or state. You may find killie or betta or cichlid or goldfish societies locally. The local fish stores may let you post a for sale sign.
Also, there are lots of online fish classifieds, like this one. You can post "for local pickup -- your city" and may get responses.
Get busy, and remember, I'm first for the magnums if they don't go with the tanks.
