Safety
How to buy and sell safely: handover and payment
Hand the item over in person in a busy place, check it before paying, and pay by cash or TWINT at the handover. Paying a stranger in advance is the biggest risk.
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How do you spot a classifieds scam in Switzerland in 2026?
Most classifieds scams involve advance payment or a fake payment link. Pay only at the handover, never enter card details to receive money, and contact your bank and the police straight away if you are caught out.
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Renting a flat in Switzerland: how do you avoid deposit scams?
Never pay a deposit or rent before you have viewed the flat and signed the lease. In Switzerland, the rent deposit is capped at three months’ rent and goes into a blocked account in your name.
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