In a message dated 3/23/00 12:11:07 PM Eastern Standard Time, JordanVw@AOL.COM writes: << has anyone of you ever got ripped off from ordering something online w/ a credit card? never tried it before, just wondering what the general consensus was on online credit card transactions... >> Never had any real problems (ie. fraud stc.). generally I try to stay away from anything sketchy looking. I also NEVER use my Visa Checkcard only my Credit card. The problem with using a checkcard is that if there were a problem it could really screw you for hundreds of dollars. This is also a good thing not to use to make or pay for hotel reservations. I know because I work in a hotel and the card you give at checkin is authorized for often more than the actual transaction. With a check card as soon as the card is authorized at all, the amount is deducted from your available balance for as long as 2-3 days. My .02 Stefan Weir
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