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US only sales WHY???

As a UK based audiogon member, i'm constantly surprised at items only being offered to the US, and not worldwide as most ebay items are now, why is this?

After all if the payment is received in full in $USD via Paypal or bankers draft,including the designated shipping fees, what difference does it make to address the item to a non-US address, most items are either picked up by the carrier or taken to the post office and if the seller asks for it to be sent to a foreign address, it takes no more time other than filling out a customs declaration form--Thats It!!, it makes perfect sense to offer worldwide sales and sell items quicker to a [Much Larger] audience.

So the next time that you fill in the for sale details, please give us a chance guys, Thanks!
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Showing 1 response by bdgregory

bdgregory
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I ship worldwide and to date have had no issues at all, but each time I do I get nervous about transit issues, etc. USPS won't insure deliver in some countries (well, one that I have experienced), other carriers are often cost prohibitive, and now and then I see folks report issues with international deals.

I think the basic issue is FUD (Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt) that prevents folks from WW sales. Some stuff won't transport great distances very well so that may play into it also.
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