We suggest only dealing with licensed hams.

If possible call the person and talk to them before finalizing deal. 

Do NOT send PayPal payments as a “Personal” or “Friends or Family” payment. 

Don’t send equipment or money to the person’s “office” or “girlfriend” or “daughter”, etc. 

Make sure the person is not impersonating a ham by verifying that you are sending money or equipment to their address listed with the FCC. 

We suggest using Signature Confirmation when Shipping