Avoiding Scams and Fraud in Construction Equipment Transactions

[USefulMachines03]

Buying heavy equipment can be tricky, one wrong move and you're out thousands. I had a near miss with a used backhoe where the paperwork was sketchy and the seller wanted cash only. How do you guys avoid scams and make sure the deal is solid? Thanks

 

[NickBriston]

Good question, curious what red flags everyone looks for early on, especially with paperwork and payment methods, before things start feeling off.

 

[PunchLister]

big red flags for me are cash-only deals, rushed timelines, and paperwork that doesn't match the machine-using reputable platforms, verified sellers, and escrow or traceable payments has saved me a few headaches