Craigslist Scam?

[SusieMisajon]

Re: Craigslist Scam?

Why not simply......

NOT give the 'buyer' his goods until AFTER the cheque has cleared? Why not tell the 'buyer' that he'll have to wait until the cash is in hand?

The honest ones would understand, the scammers would go away.

[Menehune Man]

Re: Craigslist Scam?

I've been very busy with caring for a good friend along with the rest of life,
so haven't made it down to Kewalo Boat Harbor to check this out.
But now, I've thought about it and if they're not professional enough to call,
then I'm not interested in working with them. Oh well.

I answered this ad the other day... haven't received a response yet?!
Many years ago I worked as 1st Mate aboard "Captain Bob's Picnic sail" out of He'eia Kea Boat Harbor(Kaneohe Bay).
It'd be fun to do something similar again. We'll see...

I'll take a trip over to the boat soon.

[Nords]

Re: Craigslist Scam?

But now, I've thought about it and if they're not professional enough to call, then I'm not interested in working with them. Oh well.

Maybe they hired Aquadelica...

[LikaNui]

Re: Craigslist Scam?

I've thought about it and if they're not professional enough to call, then I'm not interested in working with them. Oh well.

Yep, it would've been fun for you, but they certainly didn't sound very professional. Wise decision, MM. I'm sure you'll find other ways to get out on the water!

Maybe they hired Aquadelica.

Okay, Nords, now you've done it.
I've gotta clean all this coffee off my keyboard and screen and my tabletop and my clothes and the cat and darned near the whole room!
GREAT post!!!

[cl0123]

Re: Craigslist Scam ?

heres a response to the ad:

Hiya , Good to hear from you , However i'll be leaving for Omaha ,NE
this afternoon and I'll send a check via my bank to cover the cost as
am satisfied with what have seen so far,anyways i'll not be available
for the pick-up due to much engagement with me this season, but my
intention is to hire a mover to pick it up, hence I will need the
details of whom & where to mail the certified bankcheck.It will be
delivered by the United Parcel Service within 2-3 days.Please note
'UPS' do not deliver to P.O.Box addresses. in addition , im offering
additional $20 so you remove the posting from craigslist .i assure ya
that i'm an honest and trustworthy fellow .i also urge you to be
honest in your dealings as honesty is and remains the best policy.

1.Name to be on the check
2.Home address
3.Telephone #

I will call you as soon as im able to .
Kindly delete the posting as am totally committed to buying from you
to save me cost .
Best Regards and God Bless
Nelson .


as if.

Oh my goodness! Were you approached by a Nelson Gates by any chance? Here's my response after "Nelson Gates <ng196740(at)gmail.com>" offered pretty much the same thing with extra money and movers....

Cash preferred. It would be great if you can just have your movers bring cash with them. Most reputable movers can invoice you a small amount of cash for anything below $200.

Or, provide the following information for verification purposes before we proceed:

1. Your phone number.
2. Your bank name and your account number.
3. Phone number of your mover's office.

I have not heard from the prospective buyer any more? Was I rude or naive? Nelson said he was going to issue me a "bank certified check" and that he is a very honest person.