Apr 24, 2024
Buying items online with auctions
The details of internet auctions, including buyer registration, auction fees and how to buy.
Paying over the internet
There are numerous payment options when buying auction items, but beware of scams and unsafe payment methods.
Selling Items Online
Your legal obligations and rights as an online seller, as well as tips for avoiding bad checks, dishonest bidders and other problems.
Buying Items on Internet Auction Sites
What to do before bidding online and during internet auctions, as well as what transaction records to save after an auction.
Buying Auction Guides
Many auction guides promise exclusive government auctions, repossessed automobile auction and other deals for consumers. Many auction guides, however, do not deliver the goods.
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