Opinions on buying locally

[killmanatees]

Hi, I'm somewhat new to bitcoin and want to buy locally but I am somewhat uncomfortable meeting someone with large amounts of cash and also with bank information online. On localbitcoins.com there is an option for meeting in person with cash but not one for meeting with a certified check or money order which I would be more comfortable with. Are there any other similar sites to localbitcoins or other options to buying. My coinbase wallet allows me to link a bank account but I'm not so sure about that option.

Thanks for reading and thanks in advance for advice.

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[Purps]

Just link your bank account, what's the worst that can happen? 

[sweetNlow]

I understand where you're coming from about meeting people in person with large amounts of cash, you never know. Never used localbitcoins, but you can deal solely with a reputable member. Maybe you can ask the seller if they would accept a money order as payment. As for linking a account to coinbase, you should be safe. Its a US based company out of San Francisco I believe. I just linked my bank account to my coinbase, currently waiting on the deposit verifications 

[sf_btc]

I sell on localbitcoin.com and I can tell you that buying using direct bank deposit is easy and trustworthy if you pick anyone with positive feedback. No need to meet, just go to their bank deposit the funds and soon you will have your BTC.

[rajbandi]

Bit expensive almost 10-15% charges more ,

[thatcoinman]

when i buy my coins, i look for people locally that sell them at almost nog fee.

just people that are willing to cashout without the hassle of waiting on transfers from the exchainges. that way we both win.

so most of the times i just ask people i know

[franz2]

I can offer bitcoins in Germany by Cash
Im from NRW

[Whitesoulz]

Locally has always interested me, definitely a good question. Thanks for the answers thus far!

[ajax3592]

Well, there's always a little risk involved i anything you do in your life. 
Just spot a good seller with high rating, deposit the amount in their bank.

[TookDk]

To OP, just for the curiosity, what country are you located in?

[Sindelar1938]

You are on the right track with your thinking, local is the way to go
All the best

[DrG]

I think most local sellers would only want to deal with cash since MO and checks are traceable.

You could trying posting in the marketplace and use an escrow.

[thesims]

It is always a trouble to trade bitcoin with currency locally


Everyone want stay anonymous


 

[Funny Kitty]

have never tried to buy with cash locally. Bought with bank deposit. not optimal - high fee, but not much choice.

[rganle]

buying locally from your friends is best.