Bad Trader List - I need everyone's input. thanks

I agree with idea of putting a note on the list allowing others to make their own decisions about trading with the person.

 

Not to create more work, but it would be nice if there were 2 "lists".
A bad trader list - Do not trade with these people
A risky trader list - People who have screwed up, but made right. Trade at your own risk.

I know that is more work for you, but it might cover everything better

 

I don't think they should ever get off the list, but maybe something indicating that they're willing to trade again and will ship first. I'll trade w/ anyone if they're willing to ship first and we can agree on a trade that makes us both happy.

 

Same, they shouldn't come off quickly or maybe even at all. I like highlighting (maybe in green to help the subconscious) the names and adding a note so that people looking can see they made good. But once on there, I don't think the action that got them there should be forgotten.

 

He made good 18 months later?

I'd say he's in good standing now.

 

I like the 1 year "probation" setup. If that make good, and continue to take care of their trades for a year they should be cleared.

 

I like the idea of a note saying that they eventually completed the trade. That way the issue is open to the individual trader and not one person.

 

Eh, I think they should stay on the list. If someone turns over a new leaf and wants to rebuild trust, they can create a new account and start fresh so that their first bunch of trades will be approached with caution.

I wouldn't want someone who appears to have a bunch of good trade references and history (before they flaked) not be flagged to someone who doesn't commit to memory all of the bad trader happenings.

 

Everyone should know that if it happened once it can happen again.

Even if a trader is not intentionally setting out to screw someone over, when life happens your true colors come out.

People are put on the list for good reasons, I do not think eventually making good takes care of that.

No one should have to call you out to get a box.

 

Although fairly new on here, I'm putting my .02 in. I think that there really isn't a black and white to this and each case would be reviewed individually. I doubt there will be an overwhelming amount of people trying to clear their name (so not too much work on your end) but even if one person decided that they wanted back into the community and would make right what they did wrong however long ago, it would help that person they screwed over originally... and yes a note or something on the list to say they came clean.

 

I say once a bad trader always a bad trader. These people had been given ample opportunity to clear their name prior to being added and didn't do it. Can you imagine the forum explosion when a former bad trader given a second chance gets a new bad trader thread?

 

That person should stay on the list.

If that person wants to continue trading, let them deal with the headache of being on that list or having to ship first every time.

 

Of course you would "Bad_Trader"

 

It is ultimately up to the person trading with the person in question whether to risk it or not. I doubt many BA's will, but if the original bad trader made up for their mistake(s) with someone it is a win win and the BA community can choose to trade or not trade with them

 

The two list method would probably be better, or some kind of note attached to the list. I mention this mainly because it's still murky on what constitutes a "bad trader", meaning is a habitually late trader bad? Or someone who tries to make "bad" offers, deemed by the BA community, a bad trader? I don't know. I think people should be given a shot at redemption, though it is helpful to tip off future traders with a sticky warning them of potential pitfalls ahead, especially considering how fast this site is growing and changing.

 

Staying on the bad trader list forever send the message that such activity will not be tolerated.

I do like the idea of the "risky trader" list though. Seems there are lots of stories of people who are bad at communication, constantly delay their shipments, flake out on trades, etc.

Those people might not end up on the bad trader list, because they eventually come through, but having a sort of "buyer beware" list would be useful for those wanting to avoid such headaches.

 

Sure, I would trade with someone on the list...under my terms. They would need to send first, package would need to be received before I would send mine, fully disclosing this to them in advance. If they aren't cool with it and understand where I am coming from...they are probably just going to screw me anyway.

 

Risky trader - Difficult territory. Many risky traders eventually turn into bad traders, but calling someone out too early can cause problems. Once trader feedback is an option, this will be a dead topic. Until then, just keep your own list of people who may be flakes and warn your trading partners if you think someone is shady.

Bad trader list - Once you're on, you're on for a reason. It isn't like you weren't given a chance to plead your case, as there will be a thread dedicated to you before you're ever added. If you made one poor mistake and still find people to trade with you and ultimately redeem yourself, power to you. It's kinda like a criminal record in that sense.