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Four Payment Methods
By: Mary Williams iSnare Expert Author
Today’s electronic world pushes the envelop further. With the advent of online
trading systems such as eBay, many new forms of payment have flourished.
First of all, on eBay, the mode of payment depends on the agreement between the
buyer and the seller. Most often, the seller will specify his or her desired
payment method. In these cases, the seller often has primacy in the decisions
regarding payment modes. However, the buyer may still communicate with the
seller regarding a viable alternative if it suits both parties.
The following is a list of common eBay payment modes:
1. Cash On Delivery
Cash is, after all, still cash. This payment method can be done through a third
party courier system or by the buyer and seller meeting each other at an agreed
place. The advantage of a cash transaction is that the exchange of the item for
payment is done in the presence of the buyer and the seller (or the seller’s
representative). However, some people will not accept the risk present when two
strangers meet.
2. Personal Check
One popular method of payment is personal check. Writing checks is easy and
safe. However, many sellers do not like accepting check because they are easy to
cancel.
3. PayPal
PayPal is the payment of choice on eBay. In fact, eBay owns PayPal. Using PayPal
is easy, convenient, and relatively safe. PayPal acts as like an internet ‘wire
transfer.’ After signing-up for PayPal, one may send cash to anyone with an
email address using the PayPal system. PayPal also has security features that
safeguard against fraud in case there is a dispute between the seller and the
buyer. This system is best for transactions up to $1000.
4. http://Escrow.com
Escrow.com is the payment of choice for purchases over $500. http://Escrow.com
holds the buyer’s money from the seller until the seller delivers the item. Only
then will the funds be released to the seller. This system makes for a very
safe, although highly procedural transaction.
5. Wire Transfer
This is the payment of choice for countries that do not carry the PayPal
service. Wire transfers are risky because the buyer usually has to wire over the
funds before the seller sends the items. The chance for non-delivery of items is
high.
6. Other Payment Systems
The number of third party payment services is steadily on the rise. Their
systems for payment vary. However, to be successful they must be convenient to
use and safe as well.
About the Author:
Mary Williams owns many calling cards websites, including Calling Cards,
International Calling Card Secrets, and Prepaid Calling Card. |