After the auction closes, the seller is responsible for dealing directly with the highest bidder to arrange for payment and delivery. Payment Options Buyers may have several payment options, including credit card, debit card, personal check, cashier's check, money order, cash on delivery and escrow services. However, all sellers do not accept all forms of payment. Credit cards offer buyers the most consumer protections, including the right to seek a credit from the credit card issuer if the product is not delivered or if the product received isn't the product ordered. Usually they require payment by cashier's check or money order before they send the item to the winning bidder.
Some sellers agree to use an escrow service.
The service releases the money to the seller only after the buyer receives and approves the merchandise. This helps protect buyers from ending up empty-handed after paying their money. Using an escrow service can delay the deal. As with any business transaction, investigate the escrow service's reputation before signing on to the service. Occasionally, sellers agree to send items COD, with the buyer paying when the item is received.