Facebook Marketplace

Riley Green surprised a seller through Facebook Marketplace with a purchase. The transaction did not require meeting up with the seller or a regular Joe.

A country star surprised a Facebook Marketplace seller with a purchase. The content noted that this transaction allowed 'this guy' to complete the purchase without needing to meet up physically with the seller, referred to as 'regular Joe.'

Consumer Adviser Clark Howard suggests several ways families can reduce costs when buying dorm room essentials. Tips include using items already available at home, borrowing from family and friends, and utilizing student discounts found on platforms like Facebook Marketplace or UNiDAYS. Furthermore, donating unused belongings to incoming students helps save money for both parties.

A person selling items on Facebook Marketplace received a suspicious inquiry from someone claiming his sister was interested. The potential buyer suggested non-cash payment methods like Zelle or Cash App, which raised suspicion since the seller only accepts cash. Concerns were noted about slow response times and observing that many followers on the brother's profile appeared to be bots.

Ikea is expanding its buyback and resell program to all US stores beginning in September. Over the past five years, Ikea has bought back approximately 53,000 items through this division, offering customers store credit for their old furniture. The growing secondhand market appeals both to shoppers seeking affordability and design lovers looking for specific styles.

A user is investigating a listing for a used Fujifilm X100VI camera on Facebook Marketplace in Australia, priced at $1,100 AUD, which seems significantly cheap compared to market value. Red flags include limited seller profile history and reverse image searches matching listings from OLX Ukraine, although the buyer notes green flags such as local pickup agreement and using PayID.

A user reported a potential scam on Facebook Marketplace involving a VA job offer. The scammer, identified as Thomas, offered immediate hiring for a Personal Assistant/Social Media Manager role to post apartment listings, requested use of the applicant's Facebook account, and avoided video communication. The user declined due to red flags like upfront fees and account compromise risks.

A person in Germany was scammed 205€ after purchasing an iPhone on Facebook Marketplace. Despite a video call with the seller, who showed her ID, the item was never delivered, and the seller provided excuses for three months, including a rejected offer to refund only 100€. The victim plans to consult a lawyer after previous police involvement failed to recover funds.

A 3-year-old Florida girl died after her head became stuck in a kitchen playset at a babysitter's home. The playset, purchased from Facebook Marketplace, led to the incident when she tried to retrieve toys, and no charges have been filed as the investigation continues.

A 3-year-old Florida girl died after getting her head stuck in a kitchen playset while in the care of a babysitter's spouse. The incident occurred at a babysitter's home, and the playset was described as an old wooden set purchased from Facebook Marketplace. The child was hospitalized but died four days later.

A 3-year-old Florida girl died after getting her head stuck in a kitchen playset at a babysitter’s house. The incident occurred when the toddler tried to retrieve toys from the playset, which was an old wooden set purchased from Facebook Marketplace. The spouse of the babysitter found the child stuck and performed lifesaving measures until first responders arrived, but she later died in the hospital.

A Monroe man and a juvenile were arrested for allegedly committing armed robbery and stealing a vehicle they sold through a Facebook Marketplace dirt bike transaction in Anson County, North Carolina.

A user is selling a truck on Facebook Marketplace to a buyer claiming to use USAA and be a retired veteran. The buyer requests $1000 to cover taxes and obtain a cashier's check, but the seller's banker is concerned despite the buyer's seemingly genuine credentials.

Colton Rockwell transitioned his online reselling side hustle into a full-time career after paying off over $10,000 in credit card debt. He now sells on platforms like eBay, Depop, Poshmark, and Facebook Marketplace, aiming to gross $100,000 to $120,000 annually.

Facebook Marketplace is flooded with ads for used cars (2014-2020 models) priced under $5,000 by US-based dealerships claiming to be 'car flippers.' A user suspects these listings may be scams, as the prices appear too low to cover costs, and is seeking validation before reporting sellers.

A user is considering purchasing a 2024 model slowpitch softball bat from a Facebook Marketplace seller with no profile photo, no posts, and stock-like listing photos. The seller's profile raises concerns about potential fake accounts created specifically for Marketplace transactions. The user seeks verification questions to assess legitimacy and identify red flags.

A user attempted to purchase a 2014 CRV on Facebook Marketplace after receiving a Carfax report, but the listing disappeared despite the seller confirming a meeting. The seller became unresponsive after the listing removal, raising concerns about a potential scam.

A user purchased a car from a private seller on Facebook Marketplace who claimed the vehicle had a clean title. The buyer discovered via Carfax and Bumper.com that the car had a rebuilt title due to minor front-end damage, though their state's DMV records showed a clean title. The seller, initially insistent on cash, now agrees to a wire transfer and inspection, but the buyer suspects the title may have been 'washed' through clerical error or intentional deception.

Berkley Public Safety warns of PayPal impersonation scams on Facebook Marketplace, where scammers trick sellers into providing fake customer service numbers. Patti Nagle, a local resident, encountered a scammer attempting to deceive her during a $800 china set sale by offering a fraudulent PayPal verification number.

A seller on Facebook Marketplace reported being scammed after a buyer filed a dispute for undelivered shoes, despite evidence showing the item was shipped and delivered. The seller provided USPS tracking confirmation but lost the dispute, resulting in a refund to the buyer. The buyer later sent a suspicious link and refused to resolve the issue.

A user attempted to purchase a used Tonal fitness device through Commonplace (trycommonplace.com) after being referred by a Facebook Marketplace seller. The company required a $1 deposit, promised free services, but later became unresponsive, issued an unauthorized full charge, and failed to deliver the product, leading to a negative experience and warnings about potential scams.

The article provides five expert-backed tips to avoid scams, protect personal information, and ensure safety during transactions on Facebook Marketplace.

A user was scammed on Facebook after purchasing a Boox eink tablet through a private FB Pay transaction. The seller had multiple generic listings, requested payment outside the Marketplace, and blocked the buyer after three days without providing a tracking number, resulting in a $330 loss. The user reported the scam, but Facebook stated the seller did not violate any rules.

A user is selling a Ktuner on Facebook Marketplace with local pickup only, but a buyer is requesting out-of-state shipping and suggesting using eBay for transaction protection. The buyer offers to cover extra fees, but the seller is concerned it might be a scam.

A seller on Facebook Marketplace accidentally gave away items worth $20 and returned $20 in cash as change after a buyer asked for change from a folded $20 bill. The seller later realized the transaction resulted in no payment received for the items.

Meta has launched a standalone app named Seller for Facebook Marketplace. The initiative is part of Meta’s strategy to innovate on its original social network.

Meta has launched a storefront platform through Facebook Marketplace. The platform includes an app called Seller, which professionalizes the marketplace experience.

A man stole a $4,000 Sony camera from a Facebook Marketplace seller in downtown Miami and fled using a Waymo driverless vehicle. The victim, Aiden Chappell, met the thief in person but was unable to recover the stolen equipment, which is critical to his work as a content creator. Miami Police Department detectives are collaborating with Waymo to identify the suspect.

A father lost $20,000 to a Facebook Marketplace scam involving a fake car listing. He was redirected to a third-party site, wired money to scammers under the guise of purchasing a vehicle, and was subsequently blocked after no delivery occurred.

A user in the UK sold a phone on Facebook Marketplace and received a payment screenshot from an Irish bank to Revolut, but no funds appeared. The buyer claims a delay due to euro to GBP conversion. The user has evidence including a number plate photo, chat history, and payment reference.

Orange County police are warning renters about a sharp rise in rental property scams on social media platforms like Facebook Marketplace, TikTok, and Instagram. Scammers are using real property descriptions and photos to deceive potential renters.

A user reported being scammed on Facebook Marketplace after being directed to communicate via text and use Venmo. They blocked the scammer after realizing the fraud but are concerned about their Venmo username and partial pickup address being exposed.

A buyer on Facebook Marketplace sent $70 via Venmo for Yu-Gi-Oh cards but has not received a tracking number or response from the seller, who remains active on Facebook and has other sold listings. The seller left messages on read for three days and changed the listing status to 'Pending' on Facebook.

Emiley Kiser and Patrick Kapp opened a record and coffee shop called Turn Back Time Records And Coffee in Irving Park, using a 5,000-album collection purchased on Facebook Marketplace from South Carolina.

Three individuals arrived at a family's home after responding to fake Facebook Marketplace vehicle listings. The address was shared privately via Messenger by a seller named 'Harry,' but no valid listings exist. Buyers expect in-person cash payments without deposits, raising concerns about potential scams or harassment.

A user is questioning how scams could occur when purchasing a truck via Facebook Marketplace if they can physically inspect the vehicle, verify the VIN, and confirm the registration is in the seller's name.

Harrison & James is offering free jewelry through Facebook Marketplace as a retirement gift, but requires a $29.99 shipping fee. The company lacks product details like weight or gem specifications and encourages adding extra items to the cart, raising scam concerns.

A user reported a potential scam on Facebook Marketplace after a buyer claimed to send $400 via Zelle or CashApp, but the payment remained pending due to a business account issue. The buyer later demanded a refund before the payment was received, prompting the seller to question if it was a scam. The seller decided to block the buyer and switch to cash-only transactions.

A user is uncertain whether they were scammed or if they incorrectly blocked a person after noticing discrepancies like a mismatched PayPal name and lower prices, but also observed genuine aspects such as a new iPhone and FaceTime use. They blocked the individual and reported the incident on PayPal and Facebook Marketplace.

A user is selling a couch on Facebook Marketplace and suspects a scam after a buyer with a recently created private account requested upfront payment via Zelle or Venmo. The buyer mentioned their oldest daughter would pick up the item, raising further concerns. The user seeks confirmation due to common scam reports.