We shared a tiny table at Think Coffee during the morning rush. You asked to borrow my pen for your crossword and guessed “espresso” for 9-down. If you need a partner for Sunday puzzles, let’s grab a cup together.
Never pay down a deposit in a bank account until you have met the seller, seen signed a purchase agreement.
No serious private advertisers ask for a down payment before you meet.
Receiving an email with an in-scanned ID does not mean that you have identified the sender. You do this on the spot, when you sign a purchase agreement.