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It's nice when the experience is pleasant, fast (unless I drag it on), informative and responsive. Granted, there's a lot of money changing hands, but even with that, I've had less than pleasant attitudes or have even been brushed off altogether.

So a special shot out to Tracy B, Steve I, Eric C, Kyle F, Dave S and Jeff C. I'm speaking only of my latest dealings but there are so many more out there that are mention worthy. Why not post yours? Don't they deserve it?

Thank you, Guys!

Kenny
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5.4 BCI (Developing Project)
1.1 Eastern Indigo (Takata/Bruce)
2.3 Western Hognose (Albino/Het Albino)
2.2 Ball Python (Het Pied/Spider/Pastel)
1.1 Chondro (High Yellow/Sorong)
1.1 Kimberly Monitor
1.0 Ctenosaura Conspicuosa (Sexy Tame!)
1.1 Sahara Uromastic (Deer Fern Red Phase)
2.2 Crested Gecko
0.1 Jungle Carpet Python (Trophy)
0.0.1 African Long Neck Turtle (Pet)
1.0 Pitbull (Exceptional)
1.2 Kids (Hybrids)
0.1 Ball and Chain (Used)

>>It's nice when the experience is pleasant, fast (unless I drag it on), informative and responsive. Granted, there's a lot of money changing hands, but even with that, I've had less than pleasant attitudes or have even been brushed off altogether.
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>>So a special shot out to Tracy B, Steve I, Eric C, Kyle F, Dave S and Jeff C. I'm speaking only of my latest dealings but there are so many more out there that are mention worthy. Why not post yours? Don't they deserve it?
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>>Thank you, Guys!
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>>Kenny

And Steve at Boa Morph....sorry!
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>>5.4 BCI (Developing Project)
>>1.1 Eastern Indigo (Takata/Bruce)
>>2.3 Western Hognose (Albino/Het Albino)
>>2.2 Ball Python (Het Pied/Spider/Pastel)
>>1.1 Chondro (High Yellow/Sorong)
>>1.1 Kimberly Monitor
>>1.0 Ctenosaura Conspicuosa (Sexy Tame!)
>>1.1 Sahara Uromastic (Deer Fern Red Phase)
>>2.2 Crested Gecko
>>0.1 Jungle Carpet Python (Trophy)
>>0.0.1 African Long Neck Turtle (Pet)
>>1.0 Pitbull (Exceptional)
>>1.2 Kids (Hybrids)
>>0.1 Ball and Chain (Used)
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5.4 BCI (Developing Project)
1.1 Eastern Indigo (Takata/Bruce)
2.3 Western Hognose (Albino/Het Albino)
2.2 Ball Python (Het Pied/Spider/Pastel)
1.1 Chondro (High Yellow/Sorong)
1.1 Kimberly Monitor
1.0 Ctenosaura Conspicuosa (Sexy Tame!)
1.1 Sahara Uromastic (Deer Fern Red Phase)
2.2 Crested Gecko
0.1 Jungle Carpet Python (Trophy)
0.0.1 African Long Neck Turtle (Pet)
1.0 Pitbull (Exceptional)
1.2 Kids (Hybrids)
0.1 Ball and Chain (Used)

"Mike, can you do them for $$$ shipped?" sure, no problem. Never heard from him again.(or he calls six months later and still want them for that price)

"Mike, I can get them from Joe Schmoe or Ben Dover for $200.00 less" So why are you emailing me?

"Mike, are you interested in trading for a black and white Cal King and a ball python?" (politely) No thanks

"Mike, these boas will be illegal next year, why not get what you can for them now. I'll give you $200.00 for him shipped" Um, on a thousand dollar snake......no

"Mike, please let me know what's your BEST price" Um....its all in the ad

THIS IS MY FAVORITE

"Hello Sir, my name is Franz, my client is very interested in your animals. My method of payment(and I love this) is a money transfer or certified check. Please give me your best price and I will pay you as soon as I receive the snake" Please respond as soon as possible.

This is not to say that I didn't have decent transactions but in my opinion, there has been a major decline in serious people out there when it comes to Boas anyway.

Take care and I hope everyone is having a safe and happy winter. Mike Panichi
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Honesty is my only policy
www.mikepanicreptiles.com

LMAO Mike,I had everything done you said and more. Got to love it.
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Marcs Reptiles

>>"Mike, can you do them for $$$ shipped?" sure, no problem. Never heard from him again.(or he calls six months later and still want them for that price)
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>>"Mike, I can get them from Joe Schmoe or Ben Dover for $200.00 less" So why are you emailing me?
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>>"Mike, are you interested in trading for a black and white Cal King and a ball python?" (politely) No thanks
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>>"Mike, these boas will be illegal next year, why not get what you can for them now. I'll give you $200.00 for him shipped" Um, on a thousand dollar snake......no
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>>"Mike, please let me know what's your BEST price" Um....its all in the ad
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>>THIS IS MY FAVORITE
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>>"Hello Sir, my name is Franz, my client is very interested in your animals. My method of payment(and I love this) is a money transfer or certified check. Please give me your best price and I will pay you as soon as I receive the snake" Please respond as soon as possible.
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>>This is not to say that I didn't have decent transactions but in my opinion, there has been a major decline in serious people out there when it comes to Boas anyway.
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>>Take care and I hope everyone is having a safe and happy winter. Mike Panichi
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>>Honesty is my only policy
>>www.mikepanicreptiles.com

That sucks...."thanks, Kenny that price is fine" -2 days later- "I hate asking this, but I just broke the cage getting it ready, can you cut me a break so I can afford a new cage" (I said no) -a day before the exchange- "I just found out im pregnant, can you give me a discount" I gave the discount to some else. As for me, I've spent on average, 18k/yr the last 3 years...just spent 10k this year and it's not even Feb yet! Far from rich, closer to broke but this is what I chose to do. I was just excited with the process this time around and wanted to share.
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5.4 BCI (Developing Project)
1.1 Eastern Indigo (Takata/Bruce)
2.3 Western Hognose (Albino/Het Albino)
2.2 Ball Python (Het Pied/Spider/Pastel)
1.1 Chondro (High Yellow/Sorong)
1.1 Kimberly Monitor
1.0 Ctenosaura Conspicuosa (Sexy Tame!)
1.1 Sahara Uromastic (Deer Fern Red Phase)
2.2 Crested Gecko
0.1 Jungle Carpet Python (Trophy)
0.0.1 African Long Neck Turtle (Pet)
1.0 Pitbull (Exceptional)
1.2 Kids (Hybrids)
0.1 Ball and Chain (Used)

LMAO
How bout this one, I got this one 4 times in the last year alone.
"My car just died and I have to spend my money to get my car fixed. If you still have the animal in like 2-3 weeks, I can pay you"
It crossed my mind to put this statement in my next add. 'Please dont inquire about this snake if you dont have reliable transportation, because there is an extremely high chance your car will break down right before you send payment for this animal.' lol