How was I able to pay eBay while I had Zero funds in my PayPal account???

Wind1978
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Hi, could anyone please let me understand:

How was I able to pay eBay while I had Zero funds in my PayPal account??? I've asked him whether he received my payment or not.

But did not yet get any reply.  

 

Please, anyone - does anyone now re the above?

 

Thank you,

 

 

Coby

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kernowlass
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@Wind1978

 

You never need funds in your Paypal account balance as a buyer. When you purchase an item then Paypal credit the seller upfront for you, this is so there is no delay in the despatch of your item. Paypal will then take the wait for the funds to transfer to reimburse them.


However they only take that 'risk' if you pay...

1. Bank transfer but have a back up card linked to your account as well.
2. Debit or credit card.
If you have option 1 but have no back up card linked then your payment may go as an echeque and you and the seller will have to await clearance.


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