Can you refuse to pay on eBay?

Buyers must pay for the items they purchase on eBay within 4 calendar days. If the buyer doesn't pay within this timeframe, the seller can cancel the order and an unpaid cancellation will be recorded on the buyer's account.
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Can eBay force me to pay?

You are completely mistaken. ebay never did anything to "force" a buyer to pay. ebay sent out reminders to pay, with the threat of a cancel and an unpaid buyer strike. The difference is, sellers had to start an unpaid item case in order to get that process moving.
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Can you refuse to buy on eBay?

Seller Refusal

A seller can refuse to cancel the transaction and insist that you pay for the item. If you fail to do so, eBay can log an "unpaid item" notation on your account. If you accumulate too many of these strikes against yourself, eBay may suspend your trading privileges.
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How do I not pay for an item on eBay?

How do I cancel an eBay bid? Cancelling an eBay bid can be done via the 'retracting a bid' page, using the 'retract a bid' button. Simply click on this, then select the product you wish to retract your bid for and give your reason for doing so.
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What happens if you refuse to pay eBay bid?

Buyers must pay for the items they purchase on eBay within 4 calendar days. If the buyer doesn't pay within this timeframe, the seller can cancel the order and an unpaid cancellation will be recorded on the buyer's account.
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What happens if I won a bid on eBay and don't want it?

But what happens if you want to cancel a bid you've made? While generally speaking, bids on eBay are binding and you will be required to pay for the item in question if you win it, there are cases in which eBay will allow you to retract a bid you've placed.
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Can seller cancel accepted offer eBay?

You can cancel an offer on eBay if you've made a "Best Offer" and want to retract it within the 48-hour window that the seller has to respond. eBay Best Offers are binding agreements, so your reason for cancelling must fall within one of three acceptable categories for it to be approved.
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Can you leave negative feedback for a buyer who didn't pay?

Ebay says that for buyers, they can leave any type of feedback to let others know their experience with the person, and that should be the same rules for the sellers. It appears ebay is protecting buyers who don't pay or contact sellers.
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Can an eBay seller cancel a winning bid?

Unfortunately Ebay can't force a seller to mail the item you won. They do however get charged a fee for cancelling the transaction and they get a strike against their selling account.
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What happens if you commit to buy on eBay and change your mind?

If the buyer changes their mind about an eBay sale after the auction has ended, they can contact the seller and ask them to cancel the transaction. As long as the cancellation is per buyer request, most sellers will comply. Sellers have no reason to pressure a buyer to pay if the buyer no longer wants the item.
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Can eBay mess up your credit?

eBay collections can hurt your credit score and remain on your credit report for up to seven years regardless of whether you pay it or not. Unfortunately, paying the collection could even lower your credit score.
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How do I report a buyer for not paying on eBay?

You can also report a buyer from your Sold items list - opens in new window or tab. Choose Leave feedback from the dropdown menu next to the item, and then select Report buyer. We take all reports seriously, but please make sure your claims are accurate.
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What happens if you back out of a sale on eBay?

Backing Out After An Order Has Been Shipped

After that, the package will be re-routed to the seller. The seller might only refund the cost of the item while the buyer bears the shipping costs. The buyer may also open a return request, but they will have to pay for return shipping.
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Is bidding on eBay a legally binding contract?

In most cases, a bid on eBay is a legally binding contract between the buyer and the seller. Due to state laws and the complexities of real estate and vehicle transactions, bids in those categories are non-binding.
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Can a seller change their mind?

The short answer is yes – under certain circumstances. In fact, it's not uncommon for homeowners to get cold feet and want out of a real estate contract. However, the choice to back out of a purchase agreement may come with added expense and potential legal consequences.
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Why can't sellers leave negative feedback?

When funds are transferred to the seller from the buyer without any form of dispute, the seller can't leave negative feedback for the buyer. Buyer requests a refund from seller and seller does not respond or agrees.
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How long should you give someone to pay on eBay?

According to eBay rules, buyers must pay for the item within 4 days of purchasing or winning an auction. However, sometimes when selling on eBay, payment might not be received immediately.
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Can a buyer leave negative feedback after refund?

can a buyer leave negative feedback when you've totally refunded their money? Yes, they can.
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Can a buyer cancel an accepted offer?

Can a buyer back out of an accepted offer? The short answer: yes. When you sign a purchase agreement for real estate, you're legally bound to the contract terms, and you'll give the seller an upfront deposit called earnest money.
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Do I have to buy something I bid on?

Remember, a bid is a binding contract. When you bid on an item in an auction, you're committing to buy it if you win.
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Do I have to buy an item I won on eBay?

Congratulations on your newly purchased eBay item. Whether you won the item in an auction or purchased it outright via the "Buy It Now" button, it's time to pay. eBay clearly states on its site that "Members must pay for the items they win or buy on eBay within two days of committing to the purchase."
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Can I cancel a buyer on eBay?

Canceling eBay Sales

Canceling a sale is an eBay no-no unless a buyer requests it.
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Can a seller change their mind on eBay?

Ebay Protects Sellers That change There mind after an item is won and paid for. The only person who should be apologising is the seller. The seller is the one who caused the problem. But no matter what you cannot prove why the seller cancelled, you can only assume.
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Can I cancel eBay order if buyer hasn't paid?

If a buyer hasn't paid after 5 calendar days, you can cancel the transaction. You can choose to have eBay automatically relist the item when you cancel the transaction. You'll be able to set up automatic cancellations for non-payment in your “Preferences for items awaiting payment.”
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Can eBay force you to refund?

Can I refuse to give a refund on eBay? Technically, yes, you can refuse a request, but the buyer has ways to open an account case with eBay who will make the final decision. If they decide the request is reasonable, then they will process the request and transfer the money from the company's funds to the buyer.
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