What would YOU do?

Hey Paul, here's my usual policy when buying or selling. When I make a deal for something, I will make the payment as directed by the sellers instructions. I will request that it be sent through a company who can provide a tracking number to check the progress of the transaction. If that is not provided, I will frequently check with the seller at intervals of 7 days, 14 days, 21 days and one month from the time my payment is sent. I will request the status of the transaction with an open and courteous attitude to keep the lines of communication open. If at the end of 30 days I have not received my items, I will message back and include the timeline of correspondence as a reminder that I have been monitoring the status regularly. If I do not receive a response after 30 days, I will request that a return of my purchase price be initiated ASAP, and that the deal is no longer considered active. I always pay by either Paypal if possible or by postal money order to back up my end of the deal should the transaction fall through. Either way, after 30 days, the seller should be reminded that one month is ample time to complete his end of the deal, and that my patience is running out. If all else fails, go to the post office if by postal money order or to Paypal if payment has been made through them and get the ball rolling to recoup your payment. Then message the seller and inform them that you have initiated a payment recovery claim and give them a chance to respond. If they do not, follow through with the instructions of your payment method and do not waver until you have received your refund in full. I hope it does not come to this, and usually after you message with the timeline of 30 days, they will see themselves as the source of the holdup and effect the delivery of your items. Good luck and I hope it all turns out in your favor, Geof