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trumpetherald
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PostPosted: Sun Aug 07, 2016 9:16 am    Post subject: Marketplace activation re-enabled Reply with quote

Activation on the Marketplace will be turned back on today.

Recently some TH users have been victimized by scammer(s) who know a bit about trumpet, but don't be fooled!

* Speak to the buyer/seller on the phone
* Make sure they know what they're talking about
* Don't pay using PayPal 'friends & family'
* When in doubt, insist on using escrow.com - scammers will never agree to this

* Lastly, be very cautious of new members. Recent scammers have created a number of new accounts to sell things, posting the minimum of 5 posts (some of which may be removed), and then posting items for sale.

Be careful out there!
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Chickndinnr
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PostPosted: Tue Oct 18, 2016 7:54 am    Post subject: Marketplace Reset Pin Reply with quote

Hi Moderator(s),

I hope this wasn't posted somewhere else or in the FAQ as I did some searching before posting. How does one go about resetting their pin for the marketplace? I'm currently locked out and I feel like I've looked everywhere for the answer.

Marcelo
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Uberopa
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PostPosted: Tue Oct 18, 2016 8:41 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I have the same problem with my pin as well. Thanks.
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Don Herman rev2
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PostPosted: Tue Oct 18, 2016 10:08 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

The only one who can help is the sysadmin. PM user trumpetherald.
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Chickndinnr
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PostPosted: Tue Oct 18, 2016 3:43 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I've PMed him a few times, I'm sure hes a busy guy with a life outside of TH *gasp* there isn't a self-service method? Should there be?
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trumpetherald
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PostPosted: Tue Oct 18, 2016 5:16 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Should be caught up on those now! Let me know if you haven't received your PINs.

td
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Kfarbman
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PostPosted: Mon Oct 31, 2016 9:46 pm    Post subject: Post to allow use of marketplace Reply with quote

Are there other options to verifying that someone is a real person instead of having them post five comments on the message boards?
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John Mohan
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PostPosted: Thu Nov 03, 2016 12:05 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

How about increasing the post requirement to 25 posts and adding a wait period of a month before allowing Marketplace privileges? I think that would eliminate the vast majority of the scammers.
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Sweigartlars
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PostPosted: Sun Nov 13, 2016 3:18 pm    Post subject: Logged out of my account Reply with quote

What about people that have problems with their accounts? I was logged out of my account and can't possibly get back in.
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Scout95
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PostPosted: Wed Mar 01, 2017 8:54 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Moderators, I have run into a problem with 2 separate scammers/spammers. One being Saxophonist56 as he purchased my Adams A1 trumpet and returned it after agreeing to no refunds. I was and now am out $2000 because of this incident. Also, a user names Matt4885 who has been posting the same posts over on the market place on a daily basis. Thanks!
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Don Herman rev2
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PostPosted: Thu Mar 02, 2017 5:32 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

The Moderators have nothing to do with the Marketplace. Contact the sysadmin via PM or email, username trumpetherald. It may take a few days for him to get back to you.
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JacobLythgoe
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PostPosted: Sun Jan 21, 2018 7:15 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I think that the rule of posting 5 times before selling is a bit much. Just be smart about who you are buying from. Call them on the phone and ask the right questions.
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theslawdawg
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PostPosted: Sun Jan 21, 2018 7:55 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I’ve been a TH member for over a decade....I routinely read posts but rarely post myself. That doesn’t make me a scammer because I have less posts. I have sold and bought many things through TH. What I recommend is maybe creating a feedback/review option so people have some selling history. It won’t prevent the first time scammers but it will create more peace of mind for most folks.
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PostPosted: Sun Jan 21, 2018 8:02 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

JacobLythgoe wrote:
I think that the rule of posting 5 times before selling is a bit much. Just be smart about who you are buying from. Call them on the phone and ask the right questions.


I agree, but according to my low post count, I am a potential scammer.
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Christian K. Peters
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PostPosted: Sun Jan 21, 2018 9:09 pm    Post subject: Marketplace Reply with quote

Hello all,
After reading all the responses, I have come to the conclusion that the using the marketplace is a privilege of being an active member on this site. My definition of active member is one who has made meaningful contributions to the various forums. I think if people want to sell their wares without paying their 'dues' can go to craigslist, ebay, facebook marketplace or other websites. We don't pay a fee to the TH, but our lent experiences to others in this brotherhood, gives us the opportunity to use the TH site. I know this sounds like other issues facing us these days, but it is NOT a matter of life or death, if you know what I mean.
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razeontherock
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PostPosted: Sun Jan 21, 2018 9:58 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I agree that if we had a separate sub-forum for the purpose of giving props to good sellers, as well as any other feedback, that would help. Hopefully our membership would not turn it into a headache, requiring policing by our mods.

A compromise solution could be set it up and as long as it runs smoothly let it go, if it needs babysitting lock it down? With a sticky speaking to this statement of purpose.
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trumpetherald
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PostPosted: Mon Jan 22, 2018 8:53 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hi all:

The current plan is to build a seller rating feature into a new version of the site. This would provide the needed feedback for potential customers.

Thanks!
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dstpt
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PostPosted: Mon Jun 18, 2018 6:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I need verification of the seller Harry Wallace...new member.
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Trombacan
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PostPosted: Mon Jun 18, 2018 9:18 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Regarding Harry Wallace, I just bought and paid for his set of Yamaha mouthpieces (june 15) and just got sent a paypal refund with no explanation.
Proceed with caution.
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dstpt
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PostPosted: Mon Jun 18, 2018 9:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Trombacan wrote:
Regarding Harry Wallace, I just bought and paid for his set of Yamaha mouthpieces (june 15) and just got sent a paypal refund with no explanation.
Proceed with caution.

I'm convinced that he's a scammer.
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