It is the holiday season again, and many of us are turning to the Internet for gift shopping. However, there are pitfalls to on-line auctions. The following tips will help you in knowing how to shop the auctions and what to watch for this holiday season. Understand How the Auction Works.
Many sites only list items that people want to sell.
They are not obligated to verify sellers claims of quality or authenticity. Purchase items on these sites at your own risk. Research the Seller. Be certain to get all the seller's contact information, such as name, address and telephone number. Feedback sections at a site can provide information about the seller's track record with other buyers, but beware, those great recommendations may have been planted by the seller himself.