From a Newbie - How long should I wait?


Please, a little guidance on proper etiquette since I am brand new to Audiogon and to buying in the classifieds. (vs. ebay auctions)

I've recently (2 days ago) submitted an offer to purchase some speaker cables. I have not had any response yet from the seller. Does anyone have any guidelines on how long is appropriate to wait before trying to buy elsewhere.

Would it be better to simply send another note retracting the offer? (Assuming that I have found something equivalent elsewhere.)

I know that others also have lives and don't necessarily sit around their computers all day checking their email.

Thanks,

Chris
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Showing 1 response by mattybumpkin

I have to tell you, this just happened to me. I think it is bad business and that the sellers have a responsibility to everyone that says they want to purchase to respond in some way. I wanted to post negative feedback I was so miffed (didn't though). My story was:

I sent an e-mail saying I wanted to purchase the item. Then right after I sent another e-mail saying that since I was at work I could not see their response until I got home that night (can't get to my e-mail at work). I thought I was being considerate. Well, no response at all. Nothing. Here it is about a week later, nothing. Item still shows as being available on A'gon.

Based on this, I will never do business with this person. Their loss.

Matty