Can foreigners safely buy used appliances on Danggeun Market (Karrot)?
I'm moving and want to buy a cheap secondhand fridge and washing machine, and I heard Danggeun Market is popular for this. My Korean is still weak so I'm worried about getting scammed. What should foreigners watch out for when signing up and trading, and how do I meet safely for in-person deals?
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You can sign up for Danggeun Market (Karrot) with just phone verification using your alien registration card. Large appliances like fridges and washers are usually sold for local in-person pickup, so set your neighborhood to your district in the app and search nearby listings. To avoid scams, check the seller's manner temperature and reviews on their profile, and whenever possible meet in person to inspect the item, such as noise, cooling, and leaks, before paying. Be cautious if someone insists on shipping or an upfront bank transfer; you can search their account number or phone on TheCheat (thecheat.co.kr) to see if they have a fraud history. For meetups, pick a public spot in daylight like near a subway station or an apartment security office.