One type of scam on Offerup involves people selling high - end electronics. The scammer would pose as a legitimate buyer and ask for the serial number to 'check if it's compatible with their system'. Then they'd use that serial number to file a false insurance claim, saying the item was lost or stolen. Meanwhile, the real seller is left without their item and no payment. It's really devious and unfortunately not that uncommon on the platform.
I've heard of a situation where a seller on Offerup listed a valuable item. The buyer who came to pick it up seemed normal at first. But later, the seller found out that the buyer used a stolen credit card to pay for it. The seller then got into a lot of trouble with the authorities even though they were an innocent party. This shows that you can't always trust the people you deal with on the platform. There are risks not just in terms of physical safety but also financial and legal ones.
Some resellers source items from thrift stores. They scour these stores looking for undervalued items that they can resell on OfferUp for a profit. They might find designer clothes at a fraction of the original price or unique home decor items.
Another aspect is customer service. Resellers in these stories talk about how they build a good reputation by being responsive to customers. They answer inquiries quickly, provide accurate product descriptions, and handle any issues promptly. This helps them get repeat business and positive reviews, which is crucial for long - term success on the platform.
Sure. There was a case where a person went for cryotherapy to relieve muscle pain. But instead, they got nerve damage. The extreme cold affected the nerves in the treated area, causing numbness and tingling that didn't go away for months. It was a nightmare for them as they expected relief but got a long - term problem.
Yes. A babysitter once found out that the house she was in had a gas leak. She smelled something strange and started to feel dizzy. She quickly called the emergency services and got the kids outside. It was a really dangerous situation.
Sure. One story is about a woman who met a man on an online dating site. He claimed to be a wealthy businessman working overseas. He started asking her for money for various reasons like medical emergencies for his family. After she sent thousands of dollars, he disappeared.
Sure. One story is about a woman who met a man on an online dating site. He claimed to be a wealthy businessman working overseas. He started asking her for money for various reasons like a business emergency. She sent him thousands of dollars before realizing it was a scam when he disappeared.
One common online dating scam story is when the scammer pretends to be a wealthy individual working overseas. They build an emotional connection with the victim, then start asking for money for various reasons like a business emergency or medical issue for a family member. Eventually, they disappear with the money.
I knew a mental patient who thought he was a radio. He would make static noises and announce the 'news' like 'This is Radio Nutty, and today the weather in the asylum is sunny with a chance of crackers!'. It was really quite humorous how seriously he took his radio - person role.
One strange but true war story is about a pigeon in World War II. A pigeon named Cher Ami managed to deliver a crucial message despite being shot and losing an eye. The message it carried saved the lives of many soldiers who were about to be bombarded by their own troops.