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Fake money and craigslist transactions ?
Hi ! I’ve seen many instances of craigslist buyers giving sellers fake bills. And I’ve heard if a fake bill is any good it’ll even pass a pen check.
I saw the news give tips saying to always meet in public place , bring a friend, only accept cash blah blah blah.
Hold on ALWAYS ACCEPT CASH? I’m confused am I missing something ? Or is Venmo or such not an option. Is there a downside to accepting venmo or PayPal or cash app or something ?? I feel like that would avoid the whole fake money thing . If I’m wrong please let me know thank you!!
2 Answers
- AmyLv 78 months ago
If they pay by credit card, either directly or through an app, they can call the credit company and cancel the payment. There's no way to take cash back once they've given it to you.
Counterfeit money is difficult to make, and thus rare and expensive to make. If you're really worried, ask to be paid in $10 or smaller bills - it's not worth anyone's time to counterfeit small denominations.
- Anonymous8 months ago
App transactions can be disputed and reversed.
Also, there are so many apps, would buyer and seller agree to one.
I don't know what you've heard about counterfeit money in craigslist meetings, but I had never heard of it.
All transactions involve trust to some extent.