Research the item you intend to buy and compare it with other similar items.
 Use extra caution if an item is listing significantly below the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
 Be wary of items that are listed to be sold in "as is" condition. Make an independent assessment of the condition of the item, and contact the seller with any questions about condition before bidding.
 Be realistic in your expectations of used or older items, and expect normal "wear and tear".
 Confirm authenticity: When buying collectables, such as sports memorabilia, please take steps to confirm that the item is authentic before purchasing.
 Don't assume without confirmation that claims about an item's condition or value are true, or that photographs are accurate.
 Exercise caution when purchasing items with a significantly delayed delivery time.
 Look out for discrepancies in the listing.
 Use extra caution with overseas transactions:
 There may be risks dealing with international trade and foreign nationals.
 If a problem occurs with the listing transaction, it could be much more difficult if the seller is located outside Singapore because of differences in laws.
 Because listings for popular higher-priced items (for example, computers, jewellery, electronics) may carry a higher fraud risk, give extra scrutiny to the circumstances of the transaction before completing the sale.

Related Help topics:

• Choose Items Confidently Overview
• Asking Seller a Question