I do not use paypal when doing local pick ups. It is a cash only situation. It is no different than someone coming to buyer a car with cash. They KNOW that the amount to bring... it's not like you are asking them to walk around aimlessly.
I am a woman, who sells car parts. Most of my buyers are men but, they just want thier part. I have also sell larger furniture pieces on another account.
Just handle it intelligently.
1. Safety: The pickup should be done in a public space (I am located along a main route so I do mine outside the garage) or if a publc space is not available, have someone with you for the pick up.
2. Dont require any specific bills. Most people ill show up with 50's or $100's but it is all cash. Examine the security line on a few random bills and judge by the feel of it. Cash is not paper.. it's cloth. You will know the difference unless it's a very good forgery. There are other security fearutes common to each bill, you can google them if you are worried but, I have never been scammed by a cash pickup.
3. Make sure you arrange your time with your pick up. Exchange phone numbers. I always ask for a text when they get close or when they take off.
I personally prefer inperson pickup with my heavy items... shipping them is such a pain. And cash is king!
