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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1700 on: July 20, 2015, 07:36:18 AM »
Im looking to purchase a laptop on ebay.
I'd like to buy the gift cards from staples for 5x but also want Amex warranty.
If I do most via gift card and pay remainder with Amex is it covered?

you need to check AMEX might not cover anything bought on ebay

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1701 on: July 20, 2015, 10:00:19 AM »
you need to check AMEX might not cover anything bought on ebay
Why do you think so?

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1702 on: July 20, 2015, 11:09:14 AM »
Why do you think so?

because ebay is an action site not a regular store

from http://creditcardforum.com/blog/american-express-return-protection-plan/
Are eBay purchases covered?
I have seen multiple people post on the forum asking “Does AmEx Return Protection cover eBay or Craiglist? Well for starters, the program only covers “like new” items, so that would automatically exclude any used items being sold through those websites. But what about new items sold on eBay… do they qualify or not?

I really wasn’t able to find a conclusive answer to this question anywhere online, so I called up American Express myself to ask. I spoke with a representative in the Return Protection department and she stated that eBay purchases are only covered if (a) they fit within all of the other guidelines, and (b) they are sold be a “recognized merchant.” She said individuals selling items on eBay would not be considered a recognized merchant and therefore would not qualify.

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1703 on: July 20, 2015, 11:10:51 AM »
because ebay is an action site not a regular store

from http://creditcardforum.com/blog/american-express-return-protection-plan/
Are eBay purchases covered?
I have seen multiple people post on the forum asking “Does AmEx Return Protection cover eBay or Craiglist? Well for starters, the program only covers “like new” items, so that would automatically exclude any used items being sold through those websites. But what about new items sold on eBay… do they qualify or not?

I really wasn’t able to find a conclusive answer to this question anywhere online, so I called up American Express myself to ask. I spoke with a representative in the Return Protection department and she stated that eBay purchases are only covered if (a) they fit within all of the other guidelines, and (b) they are sold be a “recognized merchant.” She said individuals selling items on eBay would not be considered a recognized merchant and therefore would not qualify.

 *(emphasis mine)
I hear. I personally did return protection on a iPad mini bought on eBay.

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1704 on: August 11, 2015, 04:21:12 PM »
anyone know how to set more than 3 days for handling?

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1705 on: August 12, 2015, 10:48:51 AM »
anyone know how to set more than 3 days for handling?

I think it depends on what you're selling. You may need to contact Ebay for exceptions to the handling time limit. IMO if you can't get something out within 3 biz days of receiving payment, don't have it listed as buy-it-now. Maybe set an auction to end in a time frame of when you can conveniently ship it.
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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1706 on: August 13, 2015, 09:13:51 AM »
I think it depends on what you're selling. You may need to contact Ebay for exceptions to the handling time limit. IMO if you can't get something out within 3 biz days of receiving payment, don't have it listed as buy-it-now. Maybe set an auction to end in a time frame of when you can conveniently ship it.
It was for the pre-sale coins I ended up finding it you have to go to advanced listings

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1707 on: August 13, 2015, 09:29:35 AM »
It was for the pre-sale coins I ended up finding it you have to go to advanced listings
Aha ok. Whats the most time you can set?
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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1708 on: August 13, 2015, 02:01:26 PM »
Do i get ebay bucks if i buy staples gift cards on ebay?
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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1709 on: August 14, 2015, 08:59:00 AM »
Aha ok. Whats the most time you can set?
I think 30 days

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1710 on: August 14, 2015, 09:27:34 AM »
Do i get ebay bucks if i buy staples gift cards on ebay?

Yes. I think the only gift cards that won't get you ebay bucks are ebay gc
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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1711 on: August 15, 2015, 11:09:37 PM »
I am in the process of selling a camera on ebay with the shipping being determined by ebay. I have several bids so far. Someone from New Zealand asked me if I would sell it to him. Assuming it's not worth the hassle however I figured I would ask here what everyone thought.

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1712 on: August 16, 2015, 04:06:34 AM »
ebay gift cards for sale. $100 or $500 cards available. 4% off or best offer.
Possible for large quantities, but limited, so act fast...

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1713 on: August 16, 2015, 09:22:11 AM »
ebay gift cards for sale. $100 or $500 cards available. 4% off or best offer.
Possible for large quantities, but limited, so act fast...
Are you selling? Because this is not the place to sell or barter.

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1714 on: August 16, 2015, 11:12:47 AM »
go to target.com :) :)
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« Reply #1716 on: August 16, 2015, 03:22:44 PM »

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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1718 on: August 24, 2015, 03:35:12 PM »
how do i add ebay gift cards to my account without making a purchase right now? (like amazon gift cards that stay in my account forever after)
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Re: eBay: Master Thread
« Reply #1719 on: August 24, 2015, 06:45:37 PM »
how do i add ebay gift cards to my account without making a purchase right now? (like amazon gift cards that stay in my account forever after)
don't know if you can, but you can combine them by buying an ebay gc
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