@ypdc_dennis wrote:
But obviously another change made by the paranoid folks who want to prevent off-ebay sales by increasing the communication distance between potential buyer and seller.
I agree completely, but not only is the communication distance increasing, the likelihood that an inexperienced seller will accept any first offer will increase with this kind of intentionally deceptive email.
This sort of email was clearly intended to bamboozle newer sellers with the message that "you need to take this offer -- now!". The whole thing is filled with leading language, pushing urgency: "The buyer is waiting ..."; "Your First Offer -- we hope it's the lucky one!"; "Listing ends soon..."; "Buyer's feedback 100% positive" (LOL -- we know how much that means).
It's all a not-too-thinly veiled attempt to ensure the novice (or nervous) seller jumps at the "Respond Now" button. EBay's guile at its best.
Like you, I don't use Messages to look at an offer. Hopefully these shifty shenanigans aren't also going on through the listing's offer link. I want an opportunity to know my buyer's ID and look at their history before making a decision on an offer, especially on a significant listing.
