What's the best way to pay for something online?

tireburner163 · 02-10-2002, 04:13 AM

Well I'm thinking about ordering a JL Audio 12W3 from www.caraudiocrazy.com. They have REALLY good deals. I've never bought anything online before. What is the best method of payment. I want somthing that will cover my butt if I get cheated. I was thinking of sending a USPS Postal money order through certified mail. That way if they try to cheat me, it's mail fraud(a federal offense)

Topless In Texas · 02-10-2002, 04:56 AM

Hey Tireburner!
I prefer PayPal...Its easy to do, and if theres any distpute, its easy to take care of.....Thats how I pay for most of my Ebay!!! All you need is a CreditCard, and its a secure site! Check it out! Topless

Maroon 5.0 LX · 02-10-2002, 09:35 AM

A credit card directly to the seller would be best. If you have a problem, your credit card company will work with you, and obtaining a chargeback is fairly easy.

Most legitimate stores have a merchant account and don't use on-line payment companies.

If you use a third party, such as PayPal, Click Bank, etc, it can get complicated to get your credit if you've been messed upon.

PKRWUD · 02-11-2002, 04:33 AM

I agree with Topless (it's kinda hard not to). I have been using PayPal for 3 years or so, and they've been great. The majority of the online transactions I've had were with everyday places that also accepted PayPal. I have them take the money straight out of my bank account rather than through a credit card, so I pay no intrest or fees to anyone, including the post office. It's just like paying with cash. Also, they are top notch at refunding your money if you get burned.

Take care,
-Chris

mustangdani55 · 02-11-2002, 05:11 PM

PayPal is the only way to go.

02-10-2002, 04:13 AM	#1
tireburner163 It's a lot like a race car Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Meridian, MS Posts: 4,130	What's the best way to pay for something online? Well I'm thinking about ordering a JL Audio 12W3 from www.caraudiocrazy.com. They have REALLY good deals. I've never bought anything online before. What is the best method of payment. I want somthing that will cover my butt if I get cheated. I was thinking of sending a USPS Postal money order through certified mail. That way if they try to cheat me, it's mail fraud(a federal offense) __________________ 1987 Buick T-type 1998 HD Electra Elide

02-10-2002, 04:56 AM	#2
Topless In Texas Not broken anymore! Join Date: May 2001 Location: La Porte, TEXASS :) Posts: 1,963	PayPal for me!! Hey Tireburner! I prefer PayPal...Its easy to do, and if theres any distpute, its easy to take care of.....Thats how I pay for most of my Ebay!!! All you need is a CreditCard, and its a secure site! Check it out! Topless __________________ R.I.P. my Kinde..Jan. 19,1992-Aug. 22, 2003. Shes Cruisin' doggie heaven in a Blown Verte or a GTO!!! 2005 ROUSH GT Verte SuperStallions of the Net Feature, May 2002 RICE HATERS CLUB MEMBER #38!! O.B.C #5..thank you!! I feel so priveledged!! BONE STOCK~ Hell, its a ROUSH!

02-10-2002, 09:35 AM	#3
Maroon 5.0 LX Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 471	A credit card directly to the seller would be best. If you have a problem, your credit card company will work with you, and obtaining a chargeback is fairly easy. Most legitimate stores have a merchant account and don't use on-line payment companies. If you use a third party, such as PayPal, Click Bank, etc, it can get complicated to get your credit if you've been messed upon. __________________ '89 LX 5.0 - 5 speed. Original Owner '94 E-150 4.9 Hi-Top Conversion Van '06 Mustang V-6, 5 speed

02-11-2002, 04:33 AM	#4
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	I agree with Topless (it's kinda hard not to). I have been using PayPal for 3 years or so, and they've been great. The majority of the online transactions I've had were with everyday places that also accepted PayPal. I have them take the money straight out of my bank account rather than through a credit card, so I pay no intrest or fees to anyone, including the post office. It's just like paying with cash. Also, they are top notch at refunding your money if you get burned. Take care, -Chris __________________ Webmaster: Rice Haters Club Jim Porter Racing Peckerwoods Pit Stop Support Your Local RED & WHITE!

02-11-2002, 05:11 PM	#5
mustangdani55 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana USA Posts: 334	PayPal is the only way to go. __________________ It makes people wonder what you've been up to!

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