Hi all,
I've decided to create a brand new
eBay Stealth account and put it to test.
After creating the account I had it linked to a new stealth PayPal which is VCC and real bank account (WellsFargo) verified.
On the second day, I went ahead and listed 10 items ranging from $3 all the way to $70 dollars.
The new account has a 10 items/$1000 Limit.
After about 10 days I had sold 7 items and as expected, PayPal held the funds but after shipping out on time and posting tracking numbers, PayPal started to releasing the funds.
At this point the account was about 15 days old.
At the same time, I've decided to push it a little further by using this account for purchases as well.
So I started checking out many iPhone listings as I was on the market for one.
So I submitted a bunch of offers to sellers (10 to 15 offers) and this point eBay sent me a message stating that my account was on hold.
I decided to call eBay to see if they could help. I had all the information for my stealth account in front of me. The phone number used to create the account was still active and I used a softphone app to call them, so same number would show up on their caller ID.
I pulled up the address on google maps just in case they would ask questions such as nearby street names or what color the house I lived in was and etc... I also had a weather report for the zip and current time for that time zone, just in case they ask. Turns out, they never asked...
The rep was nice and told me that the account was on hold due to my activity pattern which was unusual for a new account.
But after checking the 3 feedback I received and all the tracking numbers I've uploaded, he lifted the hold.
I asked if I would have any problems either buying or selling with this account. He said that since I called to resolve, I wouldn't have any further problems as long as I keep providing a good service and don't get any negative feedback.
At this point, the account is about 20 days old and still active. I have sold all 10 items so I'm not able to list anything else until a get a limit increase.
I am able to make purchases. No problem with that.
I decided to push my luck again and called to increase my selling limit but the rep told me that I had to wait for the 30 days to be up in order to be eligible.
I process and ship orders out within 1 business day. Shipping method is 2 days. I also offer free shipping on all orders.
Anyways, I just wanted to give you a little feedback on my experience with this account and since this is a test account, I will keep pushing the envelop to see how far I will get.
I will keep posting my progress here in case anyone find this information useful.