Buyers switching items and requesting refund

[tatoweb1]

Hi all. A few years ago, I sold brand new tablets. They were all sent unopened and sealed. Even though I did not accept returns, a buyer requested a refund alleging the tablet was damaged, scratched and not working. I'm sure he had a damaged one, bought mine, asked for a refund and sent me the used one. So, after a very time consuming fight with Ebay, I had to accept a piece of junk back and release my money to the buyer.

Since then, I've been very hesitant about selling expensive stuff on Ebay.  Is there a way to avoid being scammed again?.

[evelyb30]

Unfortunately... no.  Not as things currently stand.     Other than NOT selling electronics, no. Also please remember no returns does NOT mean no refunds.  Some folks have had some luck writing a politely worded message to eBay's Facebook for Business account or their Twitter site, but that's not guaranteed.  

[mtgraves7984]

Is there a way to avoid being scammed again?

@tatoweb1 

Total avoidance? Nope.

[coastaltechsolution]

Same rule apple is never sell anything online that you cannot afford to lose 

[kensgiftshop]

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@tatoweb1 wrote:

 Is there a way to avoid being scammed again?.

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Not when you sell on the Internet.

[lamber9347]

Electronics and mobile phones are the topmost items for scammers. If you don't want to risk another than do not sell those two items. Best of luck to you....

[luckythewinner]

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@tatoweb1 wrote:

 Is there a way to avoid being scammed again?.

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No. 

Every eBay transaction carries risk.

Any buyer can steal any item from any seller by filing a fraudulent dispute.