[meteorite-list] Question for dealers - accepting foreignchecks in the US

[Jim Wooddell]

Hi all!

Anne is right on with this one.  It places all the burden on the buyer. And 
the threat, per Anne's instruction, is minimal.
I've never had an issue using this procedure.

Jim Wooddell
https://k7wfr.us



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> Much simpler yet,
> Ask that customer to go to his bank and send a wire transfer to your bank.
> He will need your Bank account number and routing number (it is right on
> your checks), and your Bank's "Swift Code". Call your bank and they will 
> give
> you that information.
> Usually it takes 2 to 4 days depending on the banks themselves, and when
> the money is in your bank there is no further problems, he can't take it 
> back,
> you can send the stuff. And he will be the one paying the transfer fee.
>
> And just in case you worry about giving your banking information to a
> stranger, you can open a separate account with a minimum amount in it, 
> just for
> wire transfers.
>
> Anne M. Black
> http://www.impactika.com/
> IMPACTIKA at aol.com
> President, I.M.C.A. Inc.
> http://www.imca.cc/
>