So as far as etiquette goes, what is a reasonable amount of wait time for a response when making an offer to buy something. For example, I made an offer via PM but have yet to get a response. While waiting several other items popped up that are what I need and in the price range that I need them to be in, but I am a man of my word and will stick to my original offer for a reasonable amount of time. I just hate seeing what I want come and go while I'm waiting on a deal that may or may not happen because you all know that the deals get jumped on almost immediately in these parts.
For Sale section etiquette
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Dude there are no rules when it comes to that. Not sure what the time frame is that you've waited but if after a few PMs over the course of a few days and you still don't have an answer then move on.
Not sure what is going on in the sellers life but you can't put yours on hold indefinitely while waiting on him. Or maybe you can, but I know I wouldn't.
Dude there are no rules when it comes to that. Not sure what the time frame is that you've waited but if after a few PMs over the course of a few days and you still don't have an answer then move on.
Not sure what is going on in the sellers life but you can't put yours on hold indefinitely while waiting on him. Or maybe you can, but I know I wouldn't.
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I don't think that there are any hard and fast rules re: situations like the one you find yourself in. I try to always give folks the maximum benefit of the doubt based on nothing more than a misplaced belief in the goodness of human beings and the fact that in this day/age of instant comms, @#$% happens and sometimes we can't always been ever-present online to respond.
Here's what I'd probably do. First, do your homework on the seller. Is there any sign that the seller has received your PM (should appear toward the bottom of the PM with "Unread by: _____." If it says "None"...the seller got your PM and I'd say was ignoring you or otherwise indicating his refusal to proceed with the sale. If it is still unread...check out the seller in the User List tab to see when he was last online. If he's been online since you sent your PM, then again...I'd say you are getting the run-around or otherwise being ignored. Also see if any other issues with the seller have come up in the past re: slow comms, problems with selling/buying stuff here on the Hide, etc. If so, then again...well...you get the picture.
With all of the above noted, I'd say that a couple of days is probably a reasonable "wait time" for a response. If nothing, then I'd follow-up with the seller by PM (and probably in his for sale post to alert others to comm issues) by saying "Despite my previous PM indicating that I would purchase your ________, and other attempts to reach you since that initial message, you have failed to get in touch with me to acknowledge my PM or to otherwise complete this deal. Therefore, I'm withdrawing my offer to purchase your ________ given your lack of communication and apparent unwillingness to proceed. Best of luck with your sale."
Anyway...it is ultimately your call and you should base it on what you are comfortable with doing. Good luck!
I don't think that there are any hard and fast rules re: situations like the one you find yourself in. I try to always give folks the maximum benefit of the doubt based on nothing more than a misplaced belief in the goodness of human beings and the fact that in this day/age of instant comms, @#$% happens and sometimes we can't always been ever-present online to respond.
Here's what I'd probably do. First, do your homework on the seller. Is there any sign that the seller has received your PM (should appear toward the bottom of the PM with "Unread by: _____." If it says "None"...the seller got your PM and I'd say was ignoring you or otherwise indicating his refusal to proceed with the sale. If it is still unread...check out the seller in the User List tab to see when he was last online. If he's been online since you sent your PM, then again...I'd say you are getting the run-around or otherwise being ignored. Also see if any other issues with the seller have come up in the past re: slow comms, problems with selling/buying stuff here on the Hide, etc. If so, then again...well...you get the picture.
With all of the above noted, I'd say that a couple of days is probably a reasonable "wait time" for a response. If nothing, then I'd follow-up with the seller by PM (and probably in his for sale post to alert others to comm issues) by saying "Despite my previous PM indicating that I would purchase your ________, and other attempts to reach you since that initial message, you have failed to get in touch with me to acknowledge my PM or to otherwise complete this deal. Therefore, I'm withdrawing my offer to purchase your ________ given your lack of communication and apparent unwillingness to proceed. Best of luck with your sale."
Anyway...it is ultimately your call and you should base it on what you are comfortable with doing. Good luck!
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I would say if you waited a reasonable amount of time and found what you need elsewhere, just make sure you follow up your PM to the seller and let him know you found one someplace else.
Really if he doesn't list the item sold then it shouldn't matter he could have other offers.
I would say if you waited a reasonable amount of time and found what you need elsewhere, just make sure you follow up your PM to the seller and let him know you found one someplace else.
Really if he doesn't list the item sold then it shouldn't matter he could have other offers.
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When I sell something I constantly check to see if I have any PM's or questions. Unless the seller has zero access to a smart phone or a computer, which is highly unlikely these days, it's their problem if you decide to go elsewhere because the sale was obviously not that important to them. Send a PM rescinding on your offer and buy rom someone who will respond to you.
When I sell something I constantly check to see if I have any PM's or questions. Unless the seller has zero access to a smart phone or a computer, which is highly unlikely these days, it's their problem if you decide to go elsewhere because the sale was obviously not that important to them. Send a PM rescinding on your offer and buy rom someone who will respond to you.
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I'd say about a day. Sure not everybody checks SH every day, but if you're posting something for sale you really should...
If it's been > 24-48 hours, I'd just send another PM and explain that something else has come up and you haven't heard back yet.
I'd say about a day. Sure not everybody checks SH every day, but if you're posting something for sale you really should...
If it's been > 24-48 hours, I'd just send another PM and explain that something else has come up and you haven't heard back yet.
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Thanks guys. I just don't want to look like a dick. I stick to my word but no one on here knows who I am or comes over and drinks beer with me (all are welcome though) so the only way I'm know is by doing what I say when dealing with someone else. I hate to see deals come and go while I'm waiting but such is life. I appreciate the input.
Thanks guys. I just don't want to look like a dick. I stick to my word but no one on here knows who I am or comes over and drinks beer with me (all are welcome though) so the only way I'm know is by doing what I say when dealing with someone else. I hate to see deals come and go while I'm waiting but such is life. I appreciate the input.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ultraman550</div><div class="ubbcode-body">... Send a PM rescinding on your offer and buy rom someone who will respond to you. </div></div>
two big things Ultraman hit on- make sure you send another PM rescinding your offer- don't want the OP seeing your PM and going and changing his add to SPF stopping others from inquiring.
second- and the bigger one (for me personally)- when I do a deal on here- communication is huge for me. If someone won't communicate- I'm not happy. (than again I'm one who will send you a PM about every little thing- because I feel as the other person in the deal- you're entitled to know every little thing (I.E. the moment something ships, or is received, etc- a PM informing the other person gets sent before I play with my new toy).
And by the way- next time I'm in Alabama- I'm taking you up on your offer- so make sure the fridge is stocked
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ultraman550</div><div class="ubbcode-body">... Send a PM rescinding on your offer and buy rom someone who will respond to you. </div></div>
two big things Ultraman hit on- make sure you send another PM rescinding your offer- don't want the OP seeing your PM and going and changing his add to SPF stopping others from inquiring.
second- and the bigger one (for me personally)- when I do a deal on here- communication is huge for me. If someone won't communicate- I'm not happy. (than again I'm one who will send you a PM about every little thing- because I feel as the other person in the deal- you're entitled to know every little thing (I.E. the moment something ships, or is received, etc- a PM informing the other person gets sent before I play with my new toy).
And by the way- next time I'm in Alabama- I'm taking you up on your offer- so make sure the fridge is stocked
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Casey D</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Enterprise</div></div>
I'm in Dothan all the time. When are we going to shoot together?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Casey D</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Enterprise</div></div>
I'm in Dothan all the time. When are we going to shoot together?
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How about one in Daphne , I can get crawfish for .80 a lb around Easter .
How about one in Daphne , I can get crawfish for .80 a lb around Easter .
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I was just down there a couple months ago getting my fiancé a new truck. And that's one hell of a deal on crawfish. I've got a buddy bringing about 40lbs up from LA for my flight school graduation.
I was just down there a couple months ago getting my fiancé a new truck. And that's one hell of a deal on crawfish. I've got a buddy bringing about 40lbs up from LA for my flight school graduation.
