SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Online marketplaces like Facebook, Craigslist, Poshmark and Ebay make it easy to sell items online. The Better Business Bureau of Missouri is offering up some tips to help you do it safely.
– Know what your item is worth. If you post something online and someone reaches out offering you more than you’re asking for or they request you to send them cash or a gift card for the overpayment, it may be a scam.
– When it comes to payment options, apps like Venmo, Cashapp and Zelle don’t require that you give someone much more information than your username or phone number. Sometimes, scammers will tell you they need an address or account information to send money, when what they’ll actually do it take it from your account. Be especially cautious when providing your personal information to someone you don’t know.
– When you’re deciding where to hand off the item you’re selling, the BBB says to be very careful where you meet.
”Whether they’re buying or selling online, never give the other party your home address. If you’re going to make a local purchase or sell an item locally, asked to meet the person at a public place such as the police department.” Pamela Hernandez, Regional Director, Missouri Better Business Bureau
The Springfield Police Department does offer a safe exchange zone with parking spots that are available 24/7. They’re located at the main headquarters on East Chestnut Expressway and the South Springfield police department…
