Receiving payment for Craigslist item - why use PayPal?

Confused00
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Hi, someone is purchasing an item I advertised on Craigslist, and she wants to pay me via PayPal. I am not a current PayPal user.  What are the benefits of using PayPal?  Will PayPal send me a check?

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BigKahuna97
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I would NOT recommend this.  This is typically of a scammer as you will not have any protection since you will be unable to provide tracking information to PP.  I would accept cash only with any craigslist item.

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readuseragreeme
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Agreed do not use PayPal. Smiley Very Happy

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jess1110
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I agree, I sold an airline ticket to some from craigslist, he has used it,but filed an unauthorized claim against me, so now my money is on hold for 7 days. I don't recommend papal for craigslist. Cash only

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