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Scam attempt on Craigslist

Posted by 2-ears on October 22, 2020 at 17:31:50:
I don't hide my infatuation with the Kef LS50 wireless speakers. With some reservation, I upgraded to the new LS50 Wireless II speakers and posted an ad for my LS50W (Nocturne Edition) speakers on Craigslist. Right away I got few responses and one in particular from a person who claimed to be definitely interested, but with work commitments, an upcoming wedding for her daughter, and house move, she couldn't pick the speakers up right away. She offered to send me a check + $50 in good faith to hold the speakers. I agreed. The next day, she emailed to confirm that the check was overnighted, but due to a screw up by her husband's secretary, the amount was for more than we agreed; the difference was to go to the mover. I reassured that I'll keep my portion give the excess to the driver. The check arrived, but the amount was $2,250 over our agreed price. Hmmm...this is getting a little stinky, right? Big screw up by the secretary? And, oh yes, the mover wants a money order for $2,250. I deposited the check and was supposed email the buyer to arrange for the pickup and money order delivery. I can be too trusting sometimes, but I'm not stupid. The check wasn't going to clear for 4 days. Seeing that I was an uncooperative subject, a stop payment was issued on day 3.

Does anyone want to ask me about the LS50 Wireless II speakers?