I have used both and for the most part prefer Amazon. Much better reviews and faster shipping, especially if you have Prime truck delivery to your location. Very easy returns. I have sold and bought on eBay. Selling is a royal pain because of all the fees as well as people who can try to rip you off. I had to resort using black light markings in hidden places so that people didn't buy my stuff and then try to return one that was broken or damaged in it's place. Buying is better (eBay protects the buyers and pretty much penalizes the sellers), but you have to be really careful that something isn't being shipped directly from China. I ran into that where location said California, but when I got the tracking number it was coming from China and taking 3-4 weeks. We always packed very carefully and securely but not everyone does that and then you have to go through a lot to get your money back. I just prefer the no hassle with Amazon.
If anyone is not aware, Amazon has a "Smile" program where a small bit of your purchase goes toward the charity of your choice. You can go in and check if your favorite charity is there. Once you choose your charity you purchase through smile.amazon.com instead of just regular Amazon. I bookmark the smile site and use it exclusively. The % is very small, but it costs me nothing and is easy and I figure the charity can use anything they can get.
As far as Paypal...........if there is a problem you have to go through PP to get it straightened out, even if you use a CC. Plus I'm not sure if other CC benefits apply. I have never had a problem with any of my CCs when it came to a problem and I have instant access to them as well as the other benefits, like extended warranties. The only time I use PP is if I don't have any other choice and really want the item.
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