Best Way to Sell Single Signed Ruth?

[Bonk!]

Thanks for all your help and input. I have an out-of-state buyer, and would appreciate any advice on the transaction. I've done a Bill of Sale that says he will pay me via Paypal and that I have produced everything he needs to be assured of the ball's condition. As soon as I receive the funds I will send the ball via overnight delivery. I will also send him the JSA authentication as soon as I receive it. I've told him I will keep the funds in my Paypal account until I receive confirmation of delivery. Am I overlooking anything?

[CW]

Be absolutely certain to get insurance and ALSO signature confirmation so they have to sign for the package. I would also be hesitant to ship overseas since this is a one time deal where you don't want any headaches.

I would also recommend doing the opposite of keeping the funds in your paypal account. I would withdraw the funds to your bank account, and ONLY ship the ball once the funds are confirmed to be in your bank account.

Others may chime in, but I'm pretty sure those are two pieces of good advice.

[Bonk!]

He's in New Jersey, so that's only kind of overseas.

I'll think about the Paypal thing - I wanted to give him some assurance that I am not scamming him.

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by Bonk!

He's in New Jersey, so that's only kind of overseas.

I'll think about the Paypal thing - I wanted to give him some assurance that I am not scamming him.

Depending on the distance(could also fly) you could also exchange it in person for cash at a police station.

How did you get a JSA LOA if you have the ball and do not have the LOA in hand?

[Bonk!]

JSA didn't affix a stamp to the ball. They gave me the ball back and are expediting the LoA. That's an interesting idea about meeting him. I'm in Boston and he's in NJ. If he'd meet me in CT that would work.

[MrSeven]

Flying might not actually be that bad of an idea. Boston to Newark can be had for under $100 round-trip.

[Exhibitman]

I would NOT use paypal for that large of a deal. Too many chances for the buyer to mess with you and too many horror stories. If I am fortunate enough to get a deal like this one as a seller I insist on a wire transfer, cash or cleared funds via check or money order before I ship. Alternatively, I would suggest meeting in a neutral place, like a bank, and doing a cash deal once the JSA LOA is in hand and you can straight up trade it. Or using an intermediary (such as an attorney) or escrow to handle the exchange.