How many people prefer to use Paypal?

[zieg85]

Chris,  I haven't bought anything from you as of yet.  I use PayPal exclusively to weed out the scams when doing business on the net, but I am not a business.  Being a business is different and if you take credit cards instead, I don't see what the problem would be to avoid the PayPal fees by dropping that form of payment that you accept.  PayPal is fast and if it is an impulse purchase that is where keeping it might be beneficial.  Most my stuff I sell is on Craigslist as well as other forums and the occasional ebay sale.  I know unless I REALLY want something on line from Ebay I only use PayPal.  US Postal Money orders work but cost + the trip.  My $.02.. No one should question your decision because of the cost of taking PayPal

[impalamark]

I love paypal and have used it to order from you in the past
makes it easy for me and puts  someone on my side when dealing with unknown
e-vendors
You are great and give good service so no problem if you stop but
I give a vote "for keeping"

thanks
MARK

Chris
just got through reading all the other responses and
if you stop I'll certainly understand why
Again your service and product quality were fantastic
and I will use you again paypal or not
M.

[stkcode]

Personally, I wouldn't accept credit cards period if possible.  I use to have a business many moons ago...and got shafted so many times by the cc companies (banks).  If the bank doesn't shaft you, the third-party processor will.  Basically, when you make a mistake...you eat it...when they make a mistake...you eat it.  I use paypal periodically...mostly only on ebay.  I too personally prefer money orders...as I don't like banks and all their high fees.  And wait until someone does a chargeback...you can feel your pocket emptying with fees.

Personally, I'd rather have low prices and pay with a money order.  Most people don't realize their products would be cheaper without credit cards...and I'm not just talking about the high interest rate their paying at their end.  The seller has to add their cc cost into the product...ie why cash discounts exist.  Without credit cards, prices should be lower by default.  At any rate...just need to get off my high horse now

[78 Chevyrado]

I only have a paypal account because there are things I want I can only buy WITH paypal. Otherwise I'd ditch it in a big hurry.  I havent had problems lately, but when problems hit they hit big time.  I just don't like paypal.  I like CC's better.  I don't send money orders either, on the net I want it paid and sent to me fast, can't wait on mailing a MO, yeah I'm impatient..

[RMC_SS_LDO]

I voted yes, simply because I use it all of the time.  I use it for the added buyer protections, but that is for purchases from outfits I have never used before.  I actually use PP for credit card purchases... go figure 

I would just as soon use a CC for anything here, even though I haven't ordered yet.  Give me a chance to get back from this Iraq deployment to get started on the truck!

Allen

[dustystrucktoo]

Postal money orders almost cost a dollar, then there is the time to have to go and rush and get it, then the postage.  Not to mention the time.  So then there is a want to have it sent priority...  You add the costs.
Yeah. United states Postal Service has money orders.  I don't believe that the Post Office is going to go out of business, nor do I perceive any problems with cashing one of their money orders.  If Pay Pal charges, add on that minor amount of a dollar or two for convenience to the customer.   If not, then prepare to wait for the letter with the money order in it.  Today is wednesday, If I have the time to make it to the Post Office on Saturday, you would receive the money order by next Friday.  (If I were toh ave to do that,)
Up to you.

[Dave Kay]

Well, I've had problems with PayPal in the past but nothing major. And I think it's pretty darn conveneint, like someone said, about buying stuff online at 3AM not having to fumble with CCard numbers, whatever. There's always that possibility of that one sale in the middle on the nite and if some customers are inconvenienced in the least, they'll just skip it and you got NO SALE.

Anyway, I'd say keep it Chris, unless the scammers are getting the better of your profits or the fees are being jacked up. Best O' Luck!

[Captkaos]

I think after all this feedback I will just keep accepting it.  Thanks Guys.

[ccz145a]

wondering if the store side for google checkout is affordable? I like using that, and summit accepts it <grin>

[Captkaos]

Don't really know Chip. 

[chevyh20]

i understand it can be lose/lose for the vendor. people can still use paypal by using their virtual credit card option. I can work around whatever you decide. 

[Skunksmash]

It is probly easier to use paypal, but i have never liked how much money they take for 'their cut'. I would certainly not blame you for not wanting to use them anymore. Still, your transactions might be faster if you use them.

[JRConnieK10]

I have but it realy doesn't matter there are other options. I our business we take visa/mc/disc. Never amex though I haven't tried paypal though. Probably won't either.

[musicitymafia]

I like Paypal and use it regularly.  I understand the fees associated with using Paypal but just consider them into the cost of doing business.  There are some businesses I would rather use Paypal with then offer up a credit card number.