BuyMyAsphalt is not a dealer of any kind. We do not purchase equipment then re-sell the used asphalt equipment. The purpose of BuyMyAsphalt is for a private seller (or a dealer) to have the ability to post a piece of used asphalt equipment on this site and have the entire transaction done between the buyer and seller.
Frequently Asked Questions
Buyers
Authoritative Contact Numbers:
- FTC toll free hotline: 877-FTC-HELP (877-382-4357)
- FTC online complaint form: http://www.ftc.gov
- Canadian PhoneBusters hotline: 888-495-8501
- Internet Fraud Complaint Center: http://www.ic3.gov
- Non-emergency number for your local police department or state Bureau of investigation.
The following common-sense rules are good to follow to avoid would-be scammers:
- If possible, DEAL LOCALLY with someone you can meet in person - This one rule will probably curb 99% of all fraudulent scams.
- NEVER give someone any kind of financial information whether it is a bank account number, social security number, eBay/PayPal login info, etc.
- If a seller offers deals involving shipping or escrow services, stay away from them. Also, keep in mind that only a scammer will "GUARANTEE" your transaction.
- Since BuyMyAsphalt is not involved in the transaction of ANY piece of equipment, we WILL NOT handle payments, guarantee transactions, provide escrow services, or offer "buyer protection" or "seller certification" of any kind. If someone posts that BuyMyAsphalt guarantees a transaction, they are giving a false hope.
Most sellers scams will include but are not limited to one or all of the following:
- Refusal to meet face-to-face before or backing out of meeting face-to-face before committing to a transaction
- Escrow service of funds or a "guarantee" or "certificate" of some sort.
Use common sense and be careful!
Yes, the majority of the posts should be legitimate. The reason we say should is because like anywhere else, you might run into a dishonest seller. If you run into a post that you suspect to be fake, please Contact Us so we can investigate the post further.
Sellers
The following common-sense rules are good to follow to avoid would-be scammers:
- If possible, DEAL LOCALLY with someone you can meet in person - This one rule will probably curb 99% of all fraudulent scams.
- If someone wants to wire you funds via western union, moneygram or any other wire services, tell them NO DEAL! They are trying to scam you!
- WATCH for fake cashier checks & money orders. Banks will cash them, then hold you responsible when the fake is discovered weeks later. If you DO accept a cashiers check or money order, contact the bank it came from to find out if it is valid before accepting it!
Most buyers scams will include but are not limited to one or all of the following:
- Money Gram, Western Union, cashier's check (see above), money order (see above), escrow service
- an inquiry from a person far away who is usually in another country
Use common sense and be careful!
Absolutely nothing! BuyMyAsphalt.com is 100% free to both private individuals and dealers. At this time, we have no inclination to charge for posting on the site, nor do we plan to in the future.