Buy and sell with confidence.

Most deals on BulBul.af go smoothly. The ones that don’t almost always break one of these four rules:

• Pick a daytime hour and a place you know — a shop you’ve been to, near a police chowki, or a popular café. Both sides should feel comfortable.
• Take someone with you for big items (cars, motorcycles, expensive electronics). Two pairs of eyes spot more.
• Don’t share your home address upfront — meet at a public landmark and only go to a home if you’ve built some trust over chat first.
• Carry only the cash you need, and bring it in small denominations so you don’t have to count a huge bundle in public.

• Phones & electronics — Power it on, dial a number, test the cameras, check the battery health. Ask for the original box if the listing says “original”.
• Vehicles — Check the documents (registration, ownership, insurance) match the seller’s ID. Look at the chassis number against the documents. Take a test drive.
• Property — Visit in daylight, check ownership papers (qabala/title) against the landlord’s ID, ask neighbours how long they’ve lived there. Get the rental agreement in writing.
• Jewellery & gold — Test the karat with a trusted goldsmith before you pay. A 10-minute detour is worth it for an expensive piece.

Most scams follow the same pattern: pressure, an unusual payment method, or a price that’s too low. Here’s what to watch for.

• Use your own photos. Watermark them if you want — buyers trust real images more than catalogue shots.
• Write an honest description. Mention any small defects or wear. It builds trust and saves time at meet-up.
• Reply to messages within a day. Quick, polite replies convert browsers into buyers.
• Verify your email and phone — the green Verified badge makes a real difference.
• Count the cash before the buyer leaves with the item. Use a pen to mark any high-value notes if you’re worried about counterfeits.

• Compare a few listings before you reach out. Knowing the fair price helps you spot scams and negotiate calmly.
• Use the in-app Chat first. It keeps a record if anything goes wrong and lets you share photos / questions before driving across town.
• Prefer sellers with the Verified badge and a few active listings — established accounts are less likely to be throwaways.
• Ask for an extra photo of something specific (serial number, charger, tyre tread). Scammers usually can’t provide it because they don’t own the item.

If you spot a fake listing, a scam attempt, or someone behaving badly in chat, please tell us. We read every report.

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