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Title: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: MrCrappy on May 15, 2013, 08:20:36 PM I used to use Bitinstant to mt. Gox and then fun, fun, fun; however now mt gox looks like it's being DDOSd and Bitinstant's options have changed. Virwox? What the hell? Do I have to be a wizard for this? I just want to buy some coin. Can somebody point me in the right direction? I have been buying coin for over a year now with Bitinstant at Wal-Mart, etc with no problems. I assume this has something to do with the government and I'm really pissed!!!
thanks very much Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: Hawker on May 15, 2013, 08:24:48 PM Ebay ?
Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: ct1aic on May 15, 2013, 08:25:07 PM Try virwox: https://www.virwox.com (https://www.virwox.com)
Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: justusranvier on May 15, 2013, 08:26:27 PM Yes, you have to be a wizard. That's the price of being able to buy Bitcoins now, while they're still inexpensive.
Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: TooCasual on May 15, 2013, 08:27:28 PM I've used https://localbitcoins.com/ before. Just do small transfers if the person doesn't have any positive reviews... Then work up to larger numbers when you feel comfortable.
TC Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: bitbitcoins on May 15, 2013, 08:29:57 PM try bitbitcoins : http://www.bitbitcoins.com/
Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: Jace on May 15, 2013, 08:32:32 PM How about any of the many other exchanges out there? There's more than just MtGox you know.
I can highly recommend Bitstamp (http://bitstamp.net), just do an international wire transfer to their bank account, and buy some coins. They're pretty fast (way faster than MtGox anyway) with handling bank transfers. Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: cdog on May 15, 2013, 08:36:44 PM Id recommend Bitinstant at this time because its pretty clear that Coinbase is working with the Feds - i.e., all their data is provided to DHS, FBI, CIA, NSA, IRS...
Thats how they secured another round of venture capital - $5M I believe. They bent over for Uncle Sam to keep the doors open. Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: flix on May 15, 2013, 08:37:48 PM I've used https://localbitcoins.com/ before. Just do small transfers if the person doesn't have any positive reviews... Then work up to larger numbers when you feel comfortable. TC https://localbitcoins.com/ keeps growing... Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: acoindr on May 15, 2013, 09:12:01 PM I've used https://localbitcoins.com/ before. Just do small transfers if the person doesn't have any positive reviews... Then work up to larger numbers when you feel comfortable. TC https://localbitcoins.com/ keeps growing... Yeah, I think localbitcoins.com is key. People often say Bitcoin exchanges are the weakest link since they can be targeted to some degree, but person to person transfers will always exist. Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: 503guy on May 15, 2013, 09:20:37 PM How about any of the many other exchanges out there? There's more than just MtGox you know. I can highly recommend Bitstamp (http://bitstamp.net), just do an international wire transfer to their bank account, and buy some coins. They're pretty fast (way faster than MtGox anyway) with handling bank transfers. My bank charges $30 for international wire transfer -- any recommendations on banks with less fee? Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: neil_mccauley on May 15, 2013, 09:30:26 PM How about any of the many other exchanges out there? There's more than just MtGox you know. I can highly recommend Bitstamp (http://bitstamp.net), just do an international wire transfer to their bank account, and buy some coins. They're pretty fast (way faster than MtGox anyway) with handling bank transfers. My bank charges $30 for international wire transfer -- any recommendations on banks with less fee? That's about right for international wire. If you have a large balance at the bank or have been a customer for a very long time, some branch managers will waive the fee if you ask. I've gotten domestic wire and bank cashier's check fees waived by holding a moderate balance in my account. Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: ChinaCoin on May 15, 2013, 09:31:11 PM coinbase.com
Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: LoweryCBS on May 15, 2013, 09:32:11 PM http://www.btcquick.com (http://www.btcquick.com)
Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: oaxaca on May 16, 2013, 05:08:07 PM Iits pretty clear that Coinbase is working with the Feds - i.e., all their data is provided to DHS, FBI, CIA, NSA, IRS... Thats how they secured another round of venture capital - $5M I believe. They bent over for Uncle Sam to keep the doors open. This is bad news indeed. Can you give us more info on this? Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: aceking on May 16, 2013, 06:03:56 PM Try virwox: https://www.virwox.com (https://www.virwox.com) virwox is crap you will pay over 30% from their value Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: Wilikon on May 16, 2013, 06:23:18 PM http://www.btcquick.com (http://www.btcquick.com) +10 for btcquick.com I haven't been there in a while and was surprised by their new website. Great service. Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: farlack on May 16, 2013, 06:52:46 PM Uh, seriously do we need a guide.. Why do you need mtgox to buy bitcoin?
http://i41.tinypic.com/2v2w56a.jpg Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: bitbitcoins on May 16, 2013, 06:53:13 PM did you try direct exchange ? (using escrow service ?)
Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: SonofBits on May 16, 2013, 08:31:56 PM Id recommend Bitinstant at this time because its pretty clear that Coinbase is working with the Feds - i.e., all their data is provided to DHS, FBI, CIA, NSA, IRS... Thats how they secured another round of venture capital - $5M I believe. They bent over for Uncle Sam to keep the doors open. I'm not happy with bitinstant - they STICK it to you with hidden fees greater than their initial fee by giving you a LOUSY price point on the dollar to bitcoin exchange rate WAY outside the trading range. Title: Re: I'm sorry for this dumb question but how do I buy bitcoins now? Post by: bitcoinscanada on May 16, 2013, 10:13:08 PM Can somebody point me in the right direction? Canadians: BitcoinsCanada.ca (https://www.bitcoinscanada.ca) |
