I do E-bay as I am furnishing dollhouses. Most things I buy are older, one of a kind and unique. Every seller (except one) I've used has been communicative, helpful and overwrapped rather than underwrap. UPS and USPS (especially) are to blame for my 2 out of hundred purchases and very few damages. I've had no problems with Paypal. But that said DH has good earning power and I know I worked hard at home and at my job before I could no more so don't need to worry. I know things would be very different otherwise. I use Amazon for things I can buy else where. For me E-Bay is like a computer museum but I like odd old stuff.