r/canadaguns • u/CanadaFootyFan • 23d ago

Misc Gunpost - long distance payments

I am curious what the standard expectation is when selling an item on GP to a buyer in another part of Canada. E-transfer is the default where a buyer is trusted, and I know that the GP rating/reputation mechanism provides some assurance - but I am curious if that is the normal expectation for a distance transaction or if some people use Paypal (and if so, if “goods and services” is the normal expectation or if folks use “friends and family”). Thanks

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u/Major-Ad-4288 23d ago

i bought a very expensive item on gp 5 years ago, i requested the buyer put a spoon (could be anything) infront of the item and take a picture. this is akin to a time stamp. it ensures that the item is real.

although with AI now, you may have to become more inventive.

my issue with COD is it only ensures you are getting a box. as you have to sign for it before you open it.