how can i send money and put it on hold?

svallejos
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im sorry if this is covered someone, i tried searching but couldnt finding it..

i just wanted to know can i can send money to someone for something they will send me but put it on hold for them so that i wont get ripped off.. its not through ebay just threw two friends.. thanks

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surplusdealdude
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You can't, sorry.

 

Paypal is an instant transfer system - once the money has been sent, there's limited coverage.

 

You could ask your friends to send you an invoice and then pay that invoice - Paypal may protect you if the item never arrives.  That might work.

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