Solution for rogue buyers

[xelarisalex]

Why not set a specific rule for casual sellers - eg print in bold capital letters - this deal isn't covered by Ebay/PayPal protection - buy here at your own peril or check power sellers (where Ebay protects you)...

Please don't come with comments like rules are rules Ebay is perfect as it is...the truth is Ebay keeps changing - I've been using for ages - since the time of tit for tat feedbacks....that's gone, Ebay has evolved and found a solution.

[red_magpie]

By rogue buyers I presume your're referring to buyers who abuse eBay's money back guarantee?

However, who do you think would buy from a seller who stated "Not covered by Ebay/PayPal protection - buy at your own peril"?

You've only been a member for 6 years. I've been one for over 20. I can remember what it was like when there was little or no buyer protection on eBay. The site developed an appalling reputation as an unsafe place for buyers. It was this which led eBay to a whole new policy of proviiding a good buying experience as its top priority. Regrettably this has evolved over the years into a money back guarantee that is so buyer friendly that's it's wide open to abuse.

[xelarisalex]

I have another niche account - I've been a member for more than you...
I do remember what you describe...no question Ebay has changed big time...but it went too far.
Why not even try to give this extra option for casual sellers? - eBay isn't going to lose much and save a lot of time in resolving squabbles for a few quids.

[profgaz]

It seems to be mostly casual sellers that buyers need to be protected from, judging by all the casual sellers that have tried to rip me off.
Whatever you or I think though, eBay will do its own thing

[pixiesen2012]

how would you define a casual seller?


how should ebay distinquish between the casual seller who wants to rip off the buyer and the casual seller who can't be bothered to describe the item properly and the casual seller who has nothing to hide so doesn't need to ignore the money back guarantee?