Know what you are buying first
A consumer should first read carefully the item listing before proceeding to order. Shopper must grasp the seller's shipping criteria and the fees associated to it.

Shopper should opt for a secured payment mode
Make sure that the mode of payment asked by the seller is protected. This should be clear to the consumer so as to avoid forthcoming danger of fake deal or scam.

Shopper should be knowing the return and refund policy
Buyers should acquaint themselves before paying to avoid future problems in case where consumer look forward to receive a refund.

Know the seller's contact details
The consumer should know, by all means, the dealer's contact details before sending the payment. This is one of the way to protect one's cash.

Wire transfers?? Yes OR No
The consumer find a good deal requiring payment through wire transfer. Don't go for the product as ebay management does not approve this mode of payment & offer no protection if it turns out to be a scam.

Maintain records of deals
Shopper should make a documentation of all the purchase and the items purchased on eBay. It proves to be very useful in case of future discrepancy.

Avoid spontaneous offers
The Shopper should be alert and get rid of spontaneous offers and fake services. The eBay management only provides protection for deals made with eBay-approved services.

So bear in mind these points & get ready to enter the world of global shopping.