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susiray Apr 28, 2009

hi guys dont know if anyone can give me some advice.

i have sold to bears to the UK where i still have a registered bank account and people can pay into my account on the net or go to my bank and make a deposit, and i have a bank account here in portugal, but can anyone tell me how to receive a payment if someone from the I.e states/australia etc wants to buy one of my bears.

really stupid but i hadn't even thought of it before so if anyone can advise me or tell me the best way i would be grateful.

susan at bear-hands xx

Manuela Apr 28, 2009

The best and easy way is pay pal. You need a paypal acount 

hugs
Manuela

Plum Cottage Bears Cute Animal AmbassadorApr 28, 2009

Do you have a Paypal account?

Off The Paw Apr 28, 2009

Hi, Paypal is a really good way, It converts currencys for you etc. There is a small fee per transaction. I've never had any probems with it.  :hug:

Us Bears Apr 28, 2009

+1 on PayPal!   

FenBeary Folk Apr 28, 2009

me too on the paypal   

Jack&Lilia Apr 28, 2009

yes paypal too!  I sell to US, Europe & Australia and have had no problems 

Melisa Nichols Apr 28, 2009

I use PayPal too... for almost all my transactions.    It's quick & easy and provides some protection - just be sure to read their buyer & seller protection policies.

Barling Bears Apr 28, 2009

Hi Susan,

Warm greetings from sunny Ditton!!! (many thanks for your PM - I'll reply very soon!)

I had the same worries as you a little while ago and found opening a Paypal account was a good way to go.  Another way that I have tried
was by being paid by an International Bank Transfer I think it's called, but Paypal is probably the easiest. Good luck!

Hope all's well out there!  Will speak soon.

Hugs

Marilyn

tuppies teddies Apr 28, 2009

Paypal is my method of receiving payments too...have not had any problems with this way..

Laura Lynn Banner SponsorApr 29, 2009

Yes, Paypal is the easiest!  Here in the States, we get charged HUGE fees for bank to bank wire transfers.

EvaJ Apr 29, 2009

Along with all the others, I use PayPal too.  I find it very easy and the fees are not high and when I transfer the monies to my bank account it is done within the 3 business days like they say.

Bubble-Up Bears Apr 29, 2009

As a buyer I will only use Pay Pal. I have been burned too many times.
I think for sellers as well it's your best bet.

Dreli-Bears Apr 29, 2009

Nothing more than paypal - this is the only way for both parts - sellers and buyers - you can trust in - paypal is super!!!!

PeachtreeCottage Apr 29, 2009

I also have sold to several overseas countries and payment was made through Paypal with no problems.  That's the method I would recommend.

/miniteddyhugs,

susiray Apr 30, 2009

thanks alot guys..... advice taken and i have a paypal account set up now. i really appreciate your advice guys.
been looking at the hugglets list and lots of you are on there i coming from portugal so hopefully will see you and your great bears and say hi.
thanks again for your help.

susan bear-hands xx

matilda May 2, 2009

The good thing with paypal (forgive me if someone else has pointed this out) is that if you request payments in american dollars and leave the money in the account to pay for merchandise in American dollars, the fees will/can be low or nil.  Well worth a thought.
Go with PAYPAL. you wont regret it. Honest. Your customers will be able to pay from their paypal accounts, bank accounts or credit cards.  It turns the internet into one big local shopping complex. 
Wendy

Us Bears May 2, 2009

Here's a hint.

Go to your bank and open up a second account that's separate from your main account.  Make sure you get an ATM/debit card to go along with it.
If your regular account is in good standing they probably won't charge you anything.  Keep a minimum amount of money in the account at all times.  Maybe $50 or $100.
Use this account for things on the internet and do not use your regular account for the internet.

This gives you a couple of benefits.  The most obvious thing is that it insulates you from any security problems that might happen.  If somebody breaks into that account you only stand to lose $50.  Your household account won't be brought to a standstill while the bank investigates any allegations of fraud.

Second, it gives you a real convenient way to deal with PayPal over the internet.  You can "attach" that card to your PayPal account and use it as a conduit to get money in and out of your PayPal account.

If you need more money in your PayPal account you can transfer it up via the bank account.  You can also siphon off extra money and keep it in your bank account so you can use it for other things when you need it.

That's what I do. 

susiray May 2, 2009

great advise i certainly will do the dollars in my account thing as i do order quite a bit from the us and have to keep packages small so i'm not charged customs which is a real pain. thanks for ideas 
susan xx