Keeping Safe

Don't let yourself be taken advantage of by criminals or con artists; always be on the lookout.

Pay attention to your instincts. A common rule of thumb is that if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Be sensible and walk away from the sale if you have any suspicions, and report the vendor if you feel compelled to.

To be on the safe side, NEVER pay for something you haven't physically seen. Your bank information and home address should NEVER be given out to an unknown person. Do not agree to meet a vendor at a remote location, especially at night. Always meet in broad daylight at a public location, like a police station. When feasible, only deal in hard currency. You should be wary of vendors who try to "push" you into making a purchase by giving implausible reasons, such as "it's an urgent sale" or "I'm going abroad," etc. Be wary of things that are priced too low. The odds are high that this is a hoax.