Meet the seller at a safe public location.

Stay safe when a buyer comes to your house. 

Stay safe when a seller comes to your house.

Use a secure form of payment (preferably cash).

Never make advance payment – not even delivery fee.

Inspect the item and ensure it’s exactly what you want.

On delivery, check that the item delivered is what is expected.

Only pay when you are satisfied.

If a deal looks too good then it may be fraudulent.

Trust your instincts when vetting buyers.