Deal locally, face-to-face — follow this one rule and avoid the vast majority of scam attempts.

DO NOT:

• provide or accept payment before meeting in person
  • requests to wire money are scams
  • requests to pay with gift cards are scams
  • requests to deposit a cashier’s check are scams
  • requests to use an escrow service can be a scam
• provide any financial information – e.g. bank account number, cashapp logins
• provide any personal information – social security number, licenses, job references

Beware of:

• offers involving shipping or movers
• “guaranteed” transactions or payment processing services
• requests to call or email for more information
• requests for a “code” or “verification” – these are always a scam

A good IVListing.com interaction will:

• Work with Verified Sellers
• Look at the Sellers ratings
• Use IVListings.com’s messaging relay to discuss a specific item, service, or job
• Arrange to meet in a safe, public place