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Discussion => Off topic => Topic started by: IamaLizard on May 02, 2012, 07:35 pm

Title: New Buyer Stats
Post by: IamaLizard on May 02, 2012, 07:35 pm
Hey all,

Through skimming the forums and some vendor listings it seems like some vendors are skeptical of new buyers with 0/0. Just wondered what kind of limitations this puts on myself as a new buyer. My guess was that it just limited my options as a buyer to vendors who were "new buyer friendly" until my stats went up? Trying to prevent making myself look idiotic when I can't figure out why my order never gets shipped. Hypothetically that is I have yet to purchase anything.

Thanks,
Lizard

:edit: Also wondered when using PGP was necessary besides PMs. Thanks!
Title: Re: New Buyer Stats
Post by: deadfuture on May 02, 2012, 07:39 pm
Hey Lizard,

Your biggest problem will probably be finding someone that won't require FE.  I would highly suggest trying to find someone who doesn't require new buyers to FE but unfortunately that's the way of the game for new buyers around here.  Other than that, buy away.
Title: Re: New Buyer Stats
Post by: IamaLizard on May 02, 2012, 07:42 pm
Well I have no issues with FE I would definitely take a look at buyer rating/reviews before doing so. I'm guessing the likelyhood of me getting scammed hy a reputable vendor is fairly low.
Title: Re: New Buyer Stats
Post by: deadfuture on May 02, 2012, 07:49 pm
Yep, always research your vendors.  Also, I would start with small amounts.  No vendor is going to send a large order to a new buyer.