time2roll wrote:
golfknut wrote:
We received an offer from an out of state buyer and he says he can provide us a certified bank check.
Is that a safe avenue?
Better than or different than a cashier's check?
Sight unseen? That is a big red flag.
I don't see a flag ;)
A bank's check can be re-deposited if the buyer decides not to buy the camper. Only thing he will lose is the check fee.
It is VERY common to work out a rough price range before long distance travel, with final price to be determined after looking at it, inspecting, haggling, etc.
We have taken cashier's check for 80% with cash to make up whatever amount the final number lands at and handle notary fees, etc.
We have ALWAYS discussed the full method of payment and transaction and schedule for ALL parties on the title (husband and wife both available?), notary location and hours, title details, etc.
We also ASK if they are comfortable or if they have any other questions before we schedule our trip.
We also exchange cell numbers/text and text them when we leave (after decent am hours of course), when we pass an agreed upon waypoint (accounts for travel time, traffic, etc). Also helps with any directions or delays.
Our last camper had an outstanding bank loan, but we met them at their bank, we all went to the Mgr's office where we presented our check and cash, the sellers wrote a check (drafted on that branch) for the balance, and the bank notarized and guaranteed the sale.
We did have to wait about 2 weeks or so for their bank and state to issue the title so we could get our plates and such. No big deal ;)
