New Stealth Account Strange Issue
Hi guys!
Well a strange thing happened to me with a newer stealth account I created, and I need some advise.... Here's the background:
The account is about 45 days old, I always age them a bit and get browsing history before selling. I sold exactly one item, a non-brand pair of mechanics gloves just to get started and start building feedback. I got the BS new MC999 restriction, called in and had the restriction removed, yada yada yada...
However, when June 1 rolled around, my selling limits were exactly 0/0. Strange I thought, but I thought that maybe it was because I had yet to verify my Paypal account by attaching a bank account. So I did that and decided to call in to have my selling limits changed. However, the CSR proceeded to do the public record verification on me! I've never had this happen with a new seller account for no reason at all.
Ok, so now I think the account is toast, and I opened a BofA account that can never even be used. I obviously failed the verification, but played stupid when the rep said the verification did not pass. He then asked what I would be selling, and I told him basic stuff like the mechanics gloves that I had already sold. Basically, I just said I'm doing spring cleaning around the house and want to make a little extra cash, typical stuff.
He then gave me a 20/$1000 initial selling limit, even after failing the verification! However, he did say that in order to raise limits, I will need to fax in photo ID and utility bill. Now, I have no problem with photoshopping and faxing it in, but my question is...SHOULD I?!?! I mean, the account now has new selling limits which I'm fine with. I'm not sure if I should just wait it out, sell on the account in the same slow manner, build feedback, and see if the limits get auto-raised? Or am I now a target of T&S and I will be eventually suspended without faxing the necessary paperwork? The CSR did not specify a timeframe for faxing either. Here is a copy of the e-mail I received. Sorry for being so long-winded, and thank you in advance for any input!!
eBay document request SR# xxxxxxxxxx
Hello xxxxxx (xxxxxxx@gmail.com),
As part of our efforts to keep eBay a safe and enjoyable place to buy and sell, we ask members to verify their contact information and provide us with more information about the items being sold. These actions are not a reflection of your account’s activity, but rather a preventative measure.
We ask that you please fax us the following information:
- A cover letter with your user ID, email address and a valid phone number to reach you.
- A copy of the front and back of your driver's license or other government-issued ID.
Please include a copy of a recent credit card statement, bank statement or utility bill if this ID does not reflect the address that is registered on your eBay account. We encourage you to black out any account numbers on this document for your security.
Fax all documents to:
ATTN: Seller Vetting
U.S. number: 1-801-I-SUCK
Please allow 3 business days for processing. Once the review of these documents is complete, you will be contacted via email. We appreciate your taking the time to provide us with this information and look forward to partnering with you in order to establish a strong, successful selling history on eBay.
Best regards,
Doucheface
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