Tom
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One of my neighbors stopped by yesterday to tell me about a recent experience selling his coach. An agent conducted the negotiations between him and the buyer and arranged for a flatbed to come pick up the coach. Being the smart guy he is, my neighbor wouldn't part with the coach until he either had green stuff in his hand or until a check cleared.
When the cashier's check was deposited, the bank immediately said it wouldn't clear. I'm not sure if that meant it was counterfeit or not. My neighbor contacted the local FBI office and, although they were sympathetic, they said "you're one of a thousand".
Personally, I'd have questioned the use of an overseas agent acting for a North American buyer. But, until the check bounced, my neighbor apparently didn't suspect anything.
So, be sure you have the money before you part with your treasured possession.
When the cashier's check was deposited, the bank immediately said it wouldn't clear. I'm not sure if that meant it was counterfeit or not. My neighbor contacted the local FBI office and, although they were sympathetic, they said "you're one of a thousand".
Personally, I'd have questioned the use of an overseas agent acting for a North American buyer. But, until the check bounced, my neighbor apparently didn't suspect anything.
So, be sure you have the money before you part with your treasured possession.