Originally Posted by johnmaloney

Wow because he used a check? I only use checks with craigslist people, because I want a record of the transaction should anything go wrong, and I can get my bank on him. Cash is no record, and paypal is useless when it comes to getting your money back. Although I would still be hesitant that it is a scam. Anybody that does business with that amount would want to call and talk to you, and let them know their address and such.

I don't know, I only buy from people I did research on, or can meet with personally at their house. But if he wants to send you a check, I don't see the problem. Could anybody explain it to me how Sulfur could get scammed if he waited for the funds to clear? What about asking the guy for a money order? This way he would have the protection of a record, (although no bank to go after you if you didn't come through), and you are sure it would clear. Better yet ask for a cashier's check. I would be more hesitant about the mover, and maybe he wants access to rob you. Ask which company the mover is from, etc...

Even if the account was fraudulent how would Sulfur get in trouble? Don't those crimes require knowledge? Is it overnight because he lives local and it will get there quickly? Is a $50 deposit really way over asking price? I am kind of lost here.