What route should I go?

[WE Matthew]

So I am going to give another go at a stealth account. I have heard conflicting theory since I have found this great site. I could one use a friends address or 2 Use my po box. I like the idea of being able to receive mail. Is anyone considering it risky to not be able to pick up mail? I wont be able verify SSN with PP so the account wont last to long.

[fox20c]

I would go the PO box route as long as it has not been burned previously with other accounts. Being able to get mail is always a plus when you can.

[SaiJin]

I'd second the Po box.

It gives you a lot more control and much less questions from your friends.

BUt do try to use the physical address of the box .

[bjammin]

I have not used any PO Boxes, but I think I am on the verge of getting one. I have used friends addresses, with them having full knowledge of it and them possibly not being able to open a new EB account with the same address. And I have used random addresses like the local MickyDs or Tire Shop or Gas Station etc etc. With both accessible and unaccessible addresses, I usually allow my customers to just keep the item if there is an issue with it. But, at times, I wish I had the peace of mind knowing that I had access to all my stealth addresses if needed.

[WE Matthew]

If I go with the po box what is the scope on DBA's? Can I Get a DBA of anther person? if so how does that work? Do I bring in documentation saying im doing business as another person. I have not registered yet so I could use any name or business if that is whats needed.

[WE Matthew]

That seems to be a dumb question now. I have a key and I bought the big box so most packages wont be sent to the counter were I may require an ID.

[WE Matthew]

Originally Posted by SaiJin

I'd second the Po box.

It gives you a lot more control and much less questions from your friends.

BUt do try to use the physical address of the box .

The physical address of the box? do you mean leave the PO part out of it?

[rsot]

PO Box works.

As for providing SSN and such...it is still possible to operate several stealth pp's...spread sales...to avoid triggering the request for SSN...

[ssean759]

If you have the chance get a ups mailbox. It comes up as a suite not po box. eBay sees it as a apt. In your name. Also after a while it comes up in public records search. Also previous address never used work very good to and can use own name.