My understanding so far, is that a small piece of this is to get away from fees, fees, and more fees! And take back a bit of (financial, privacy, fraud) control. At this point it is looking to me like there is a whole lot of that taking place! Obviously, this will take time as anything worth doing does. And I need to learn more
Can I not just stay clear of any "service" (eg....Mtgox) needing fees from me, keep privacy, do it very straightforward and simple without getting screwed, and get some currency (bitcoins) in my wallet asap? I would think it wouldn't be too difficult.
Is it possible, or must I initially go through this process? Do I need to hop a plane to Vancouver to use the ATM if I want it to be that simple?!! Or is my lack of patience showing its ugly head lol
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Very very new to bitcoins! I have a lot of self educating to still do. But meanwhile.....
I have read many different articles and sites, trying to grasp the concept. I have the basic jist of it. Would be an amazing thing if we could all come together and actually make this work. My concerns with anything new is being able to spot the scams. Not knowing enough (techy) I am worried as a newbie it will happen to me!
I came to the conclusion that MtGox was the best route to go, for getting started, and purchasing some bitcoins. Had a few red flags go off when they needed scans of personal documents. But I went ahead and did it!! I am at the point of now needing to do an International Bank Transfer. Told it will take up to(or longer) than 10 days to actually reach my account. When I started this process the bitcoin was valued at 195, it is now approx. 335!! Not happy about that!!! If things keep progressing, I can only assume its value (cost for me to purchase) will be even higher in 10 days!
I JUST WANT TO BUY COINS NOW!!!!.....GRRRRRRR
Started reading some of the threads on here yesterday, and noticed some people are feeling like MtGox is a scam of sorts. I am leaning towards the same conclusion. WTF now?!!! I am back at square one, if I decide not to do the bank transfer this afternoon as intended.
I have a wallet with MtGox...not clear to me if that is "MY" personal wallet, or just for use as long as I am dealing with MtGox? Seems to me that I can just set up a wallet (new one if needed), meet someone in person locally (or online) and buy some coins. The "Im still too ignorant" part is my issue though!!! Personal key, where/who I obtained my wallet through, my bitcoin address, is the transaction legit, etc etc ? So frustrated that I am unclear on this and require more time to sift through all the technical info, in order to purchase without being taken advantage of. Meanwhile, the bitcoin keeps climbing in value.
So, all of that being said...should I just put faith in someone from the community and hope they are willing to assist me in setting up a new wallet(if needed), and buying coins from them? How would I find someone locally(trustworthy) to do this? Is anyone out there able to assist? It would get you a free cup of coffee or bubbly beverage lol . Oh ya, and the wonderful feeling of knowing you helped out your fellow man (woman actually) enter the exciting world of Bitcoins haha
I am from Winnipeg, and would like to do this in next day or two. I have the cash now, to purchase. Can you help me?
I have read many different articles and sites, trying to grasp the concept. I have the basic jist of it. Would be an amazing thing if we could all come together and actually make this work. My concerns with anything new is being able to spot the scams. Not knowing enough (techy) I am worried as a newbie it will happen to me!
I came to the conclusion that MtGox was the best route to go, for getting started, and purchasing some bitcoins. Had a few red flags go off when they needed scans of personal documents. But I went ahead and did it!! I am at the point of now needing to do an International Bank Transfer. Told it will take up to(or longer) than 10 days to actually reach my account. When I started this process the bitcoin was valued at 195, it is now approx. 335!! Not happy about that!!! If things keep progressing, I can only assume its value (cost for me to purchase) will be even higher in 10 days!
I JUST WANT TO BUY COINS NOW!!!!.....GRRRRRRR
Started reading some of the threads on here yesterday, and noticed some people are feeling like MtGox is a scam of sorts. I am leaning towards the same conclusion. WTF now?!!! I am back at square one, if I decide not to do the bank transfer this afternoon as intended.
I have a wallet with MtGox...not clear to me if that is "MY" personal wallet, or just for use as long as I am dealing with MtGox? Seems to me that I can just set up a wallet (new one if needed), meet someone in person locally (or online) and buy some coins. The "Im still too ignorant" part is my issue though!!! Personal key, where/who I obtained my wallet through, my bitcoin address, is the transaction legit, etc etc ? So frustrated that I am unclear on this and require more time to sift through all the technical info, in order to purchase without being taken advantage of. Meanwhile, the bitcoin keeps climbing in value.
So, all of that being said...should I just put faith in someone from the community and hope they are willing to assist me in setting up a new wallet(if needed), and buying coins from them? How would I find someone locally(trustworthy) to do this? Is anyone out there able to assist? It would get you a free cup of coffee or bubbly beverage lol . Oh ya, and the wonderful feeling of knowing you helped out your fellow man (woman actually) enter the exciting world of Bitcoins haha
I am from Winnipeg, and would like to do this in next day or two. I have the cash now, to purchase. Can you help me?
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