Beware of SCAMMERS

[Jaybeastin]

Im a new member and I already experience a scammer in this forum. I just want to spread awareness to others when you see stuff like this. The big give away is when they say “I’m not in the states right now” or “im going to ship it from another address” please be careful .

 

[Alaeriel]

Welcome to R2R! Always trust your instincts and happy reefing!

 

[jtp7004ft]

Welcome :)

 

[Fish Think Pink]

Im a new member and I already experience a scammer in this forum. I just want to spread awareness to others when you see stuff like this. The big give away is when they say “I’m not in the states right now” or “im going to ship it from another address” please be careful .

Welcome!

Always trust your instincts. If I'm getting used equipment, then I prefer to pickup so I can see it in person before paying - but I know that seems old school... Craigslist and local hobby clubs, and even LFS sometimes have used equipment. This is a post that maybe will help you find people or club near you, if interested:

Local Reef Club Discussion

Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.

www.reef2reef.com

 

[thatone08]

Welcome!

 

[revhtree]

Hello and welcome!

If anyone is getting messages like this please report the message using the report link located at the bottom left of the post. We will investigate and ban spammers like we did this member.

Thanks for bringing this to light!

 

[DinoMagnet]

Welcome!

 

[G Santana]

Welcome aboard

 

[PeterC99]

Welcome to R2R!

Always trust your instincts!

 

[Jeffcb]

Welcome to Reef2Reef!!!

 

[Goaway]

Welcome to the reef. Sorry your introduction was because of a scam. They are everywhere.

 

[dwair]

Welcome!

 

[RGBAquatics]

Maybe when I start selling my stuff, I should link my ebay account for proof =d

 

[RedReefer]

We’ll come to Reef2Reef!!! Thanks for the post!

 

[Jaybeastin]

Thanks everyone!! Looking to learn and spend money here ! lol

 

[vetteguy53081]

 

[terraincognita]

Regardless of potential shady chats (some people just don’t communicate well electronically as well)

Just ALWAYS use PayPal.

If it’s a scam and you dispute it and claim no receipt of goods, PayPal will ask the seller to provide proof of shipment to your address within 48 hours (or 72 I forget)

you will ALWAYS get refunded if they don’t.

that way you don’t have to miss out on a potential deal for fear of scams.

if they try to get gift cards or refuse PayPal, that should be your biggest red flag.

 

[SPR1968]

Help and welcome and thanks for the advice

 

[Kiwi reefer]

Welcome

 

[Kennya]

Welcome to R2R, thanks for sharing