Venmo/Zelle Payment Dispute — Etsy holding funds for 45 days

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Started by statute_of_limitations_ed_18 · Sep 9, 2023 · 1,606 views · 2 replies

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statute_of_limitations_ed_18 OP Sep 10, 2023

I'm dealing with a situation and need some guidance.

Etsy holding funds for 45 days. I've been dealing with this for about 6 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

The amount being held/disputed is approximately $35,325. I have tried contacting their legal department 6 times with no resolution.

Should I hire a lawyer for this or try to handle it myself?

average_joe_8 Sep 18, 2023

I ended up filing with the appropriate government agency, which cost about $4-8 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

nine_to_five_grind_3 Jan 22, 2024

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

Pro tip: always escalate. The frontline people can't do anything/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

Venmo/Zelle Payment Dispute — Etsy holding funds for 45 days

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