Just got an email from PayPal saying the dispute has been resolved in my favor. Funds may take up to 5 days to appear and depend on the seller having sufficient funds in his account. Guess we'll see...
What would happen if there isn’t sufficient funds?
You think Paypal should hold payments from being withdrawn from a seller’s account until after the 45 day dispute time frame has lapsed?
If you used a Credit Card like VISA/Mastercard to pay for that via PP, it should be done with the bank within 2 working days, from my previous experience. It's very fast. I think anybody who had that email can check on Thursday via customer service hotline or online. Heck you can even check on Wednesday.
Just got a SECOND email from AL cancelling my order again. BTW, PayPal shows that my card has been credited, but it doesn't show up on my card activity yet. Oh, also decided to check Al's site to confirm order status and my login has been blocked! Dang! How will I purchase more stuff he doesn't have?
I'm glad you were paying attention the first time around. I was just about convinced to purchase one of Alfreds lights when you noticed his 'tricks' and actions. Your attention saved me a lot of trouble and maybe some money. Thanks VFMaddict
We have concluded our investigation into your case and have decided in your favor.
We were able to recover $39.00 AUD and this amount has been credited to you. Please allow five business days for this adjustment to be posted. If you are due any additional funds, we will make our best effort to recover the balance from the seller.
If the seller's account has insufficient funds to complete the refund owed to you, please be assured that we will take appropriate action against the seller's account, which may include limitation of the seller's account privileges.