Question about purchases at shows

[Gerardo]

Ive bought 1 snake at a pet store and the rest ive purchased online (another one was picked up at a show but everything was done online). When i deal with breeders its with email or txts which means everything is on record. My question is how do you guys deal with somebody at a show? If you pay cash there is technically no evidence of you even talking to that breeder. Do you make them send you a txt or email acknowledging your deal or how does it work?

[kylearmbar]

They should have hand receipts to fill out, just make sure to ask for one and don't lose it

[rascal_rascal_99]

Only speaking for myself how I do things...I don't normally give a receipt with every sale, you normally would get a feeding card and a business card from me. I do carry a receipt book with me though and am happy to fill one out for anyone who needs or wants one. If it's a square payment, then I always ask the buyer for their email addy to send them a digital receipt, or can send it to their cell phone if they'd prefer.

[bcr229]

If the breeder is a bona-fide business he should be charging sales tax and you should get a receipt. A hobbyist will likely be cash & carry, though you may get a hand receipt.

[Alicia]

If the breeder is a bona-fide business he should be charging sales tax and you should get a receipt. A hobbyist will likely be cash & carry, though you may get a hand receipt.

Yep, this. Some shows will even require each buyer to leave with a receipt. Really, unless you're in state that doesn't have a sales tax, expect it.

It's good to get all that stuff, anyway. For me, I always write down who I purchase snakes from, along with the date and all their info, save their card, etc. But I can get kinda crazy with records. If someone isn't willing to provide contact info and follow up . . . walk away . . .

[Gerardo]

Ive only been to two shows and didnt plan on buying anything either time so i just looked but i plan on going to to the NARBC in March and I do plan on getting something. Thanks for the advice.

[MicheC]

Ive only been to two shows and didnt plan on buying anything either time so i just looked but i plan on going to to the NARBC in March and I do plan on getting something. Thanks for the advice.

I'll be there too!

[iCandiBallPythons]

I use square which can either text or email a reciept of purchase whether paid in cash or cc

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