Breeder asking for cash...

PorkandBeans · 11-08-2012, 02:03 PM

Should this be a red flag?

We met the breeder, the puppies and parents were great, the papers were in order, etc. and everything seemed ok so we put a deposit down on a puppy. I used a personal check for the deposit but the breeder is asking for cash for the remaining amount.

Does this seem strange to anyone else? I guess it's just because I never carry cash on me.

qbchottu · 11-08-2012, 02:06 PM

Most, if not all, breeders ask for cash. Personal checks bounce and after you have one or two screw you over, it's better to deal with cash. You also do not need to pay your sales tax if you pay cash. Nothing out of the ordinary.

They won't let you pay by check unless they know you personally.

DJEtzel · 11-08-2012, 02:08 PM

They may just want to make sure that such a large sum doesn't bounce. I wouldn't worry about it as long as you're getting a contract or "reciept" to prove you paid what you did.

N Smith · 11-08-2012, 02:09 PM

Depends, will you get a receipt/bill of sale etc?

Are they asking for cash because they will not take personal checks for the final amount? This is pretty common, the breeders usually ask for the certified check, money order, cash or in some cases paypal payments for the final amount of the purchase price. OR they will take a personal check but with the understanding that you cannot pick up your puppy until the check has cleared.

If they are not providing you with a bill of sale, I would be asking why. They may be trying to keep the cash under the table, but more importantly you need paperwork backing up the fact that you bought and paid for that dog and that you are the legal owner, in case something were to come up in the future.

Just my opinion, but thought I would throw it out there.

LaneyB · 11-08-2012, 02:09 PM

I never really asked my breeder - I paid the deposit with a check but brought cash for the rest because I assumed she would be more comfortable with cash. It doesn't seem like a red flag to me.

GsdLoverr729 · 11-08-2012, 02:13 PM

I paid for Koda in cash (though she is from a BYB, I was given my money back the last time she saw her breeder because he is just so happy with her treatment, training, etc).
But I also plan to pay for my next in cash, when I get him from a reputable breeder (: I have always thought this was just the most comfortable and reliable way.

PorkandBeans · 11-08-2012, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N Smith

Depends, will you get a receipt/bill of sale etc?

Yes, I received a receipt for the deposit amount and I'm assuming she'll do the same for the remaining sum as well.

Thanks for the replies everybody, I guess I just forgot what it was like paying for something that's not online with a credit card...how sad is that?

GsdLoverr729 · 11-08-2012, 02:25 PM

Lol maybe do like I do, always keep a small amount of cash with you so that you remember how fun it is xD

Courtney · 11-08-2012, 02:26 PM

I paid cash, it was requested. My contract reflected the exact amount paid. It was no big deal to me and actually expected. As mentioned, checks bounce and most do not accept credit cards.

Sunflowers · 11-08-2012, 02:28 PM

PayPal deposit here, and the difference in cash.

11-08-2012, 02:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
PorkandBeans Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 47	Breeder asking for cash... Should this be a red flag? We met the breeder, the puppies and parents were great, the papers were in order, etc. and everything seemed ok so we put a deposit down on a puppy. I used a personal check for the deposit but the breeder is asking for cash for the remaining amount. Does this seem strange to anyone else? I guess it's just because I never carry cash on me.

11-08-2012, 02:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
DJEtzel Crowned Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Posts: 3,592	They may just want to make sure that such a large sum doesn't bounce. I wouldn't worry about it as long as you're getting a contract or "reciept" to prove you paid what you did. __________________ Danielle, owner of... Fraggle Rock Collars & Three lovely boys; Fraggle Vom Richcreek CGC Sir; Rescued APBT Red Dog's Reconnaissance Man

11-08-2012, 02:13 PM	#6 (permalink)
GsdLoverr729 Knighted Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: North Ga, USA Posts: 3,179	I paid for Koda in cash (though she is from a BYB, I was given my money back the last time she saw her breeder because he is just so happy with her treatment, training, etc). But I also plan to pay for my next in cash, when I get him from a reputable breeder (: I have always thought this was just the most comfortable and reliable way. __________________ Kymmey http://KaohzandKumatz.yolasite.com Mom To~ Dakoda (b/t GSD), Simi (b/w DSH), Nashoba (sable GSD)

11-08-2012, 02:25 PM	#8 (permalink)
GsdLoverr729 Knighted Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: North Ga, USA Posts: 3,179	Lol maybe do like I do, always keep a small amount of cash with you so that you remember how fun it is xD __________________ Kymmey http://KaohzandKumatz.yolasite.com Mom To~ Dakoda (b/t GSD), Simi (b/w DSH), Nashoba (sable GSD)

11-08-2012, 02:28 PM	#10 (permalink)
Sunflowers Crowned Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Central Florida Posts: 4,683	PayPal deposit here, and the difference in cash. __________________ Norden von Narnia--Hans, dob 1-15-2012 http://pdgf.pitapata.com/uC6lm4.png

11-08-2012, 02:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
qbchottu Knighted Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 2,714	Most, if not all, breeders ask for cash. Personal checks bounce and after you have one or two screw you over, it's better to deal with cash. You also do not need to pay your sales tax if you pay cash. Nothing out of the ordinary. They won't let you pay by check unless they know you personally.

11-08-2012, 02:09 PM	#4 (permalink)
N Smith Master Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Whitehorse, Yukon Posts: 535	Depends, will you get a receipt/bill of sale etc? Are they asking for cash because they will not take personal checks for the final amount? This is pretty common, the breeders usually ask for the certified check, money order, cash or in some cases paypal payments for the final amount of the purchase price. OR they will take a personal check but with the understanding that you cannot pick up your puppy until the check has cleared. If they are not providing you with a bill of sale, I would be asking why. They may be trying to keep the cash under the table, but more importantly you need paperwork backing up the fact that you bought and paid for that dog and that you are the legal owner, in case something were to come up in the future. Just my opinion, but thought I would throw it out there.

11-08-2012, 02:09 PM	#5 (permalink)
LaneyB Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 431	I never really asked my breeder - I paid the deposit with a check but brought cash for the rest because I assumed she would be more comfortable with cash. It doesn't seem like a red flag to me.

11-08-2012, 02:26 PM	#9 (permalink)
Courtney Crowned Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Ohio Posts: 4,401	I paid cash, it was requested. My contract reflected the exact amount paid. It was no big deal to me and actually expected. As mentioned, checks bounce and most do not accept credit cards.

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