True enough...they still may try to rip you off but in the event that it does happen....you're a little more protected. Plus, I think that people who accept paypal are less likely to scam because they know that the follow up won't be an individual tracking down his check or money order but rather a bank or credit card company with a team of people who are very experienced at resolving these issues.

But yes, you're right. I think feedback has and will be the #1 telltale as to who you're dealing with and how well the transaction is likely to go!