I have had many successful International dealings as well.
However, the key to a good International transaction, is knowing upfront that it is an International transaction.
Transparency between buyer and seller is a pretty important aspect for a pleasant transaction. That means that the onus for communication, and asking the proper questions lies on both parties.
In my 'unpleasant' transaction, the buyer didn't lie to me. I just never asked where he was located. I assumed that a USA address meant a USA transaction. As I said earlier, lesson learned. As a seller I just need to ask more questions.
Unpleasant transactions are a part of life. I recently just had one as a buyer, sending a International wire transfer and having $340 just magically disappear in exchange rates.
Sometimes you get the bear, sometimes the bear gets you.
Just keep your eyes open.
However, the key to a good International transaction, is knowing upfront that it is an International transaction.
Transparency between buyer and seller is a pretty important aspect for a pleasant transaction. That means that the onus for communication, and asking the proper questions lies on both parties.
In my 'unpleasant' transaction, the buyer didn't lie to me. I just never asked where he was located. I assumed that a USA address meant a USA transaction. As I said earlier, lesson learned. As a seller I just need to ask more questions.
Unpleasant transactions are a part of life. I recently just had one as a buyer, sending a International wire transfer and having $340 just magically disappear in exchange rates.
Sometimes you get the bear, sometimes the bear gets you.
Just keep your eyes open.