Since you posted this thread in the Customer Support subforum, I'm guessing it is directed at us. In which case, my reply is as follows: Are you serious? You made the decision to go against SR recommendations about remaining in escrow. You made the decision to finalize early. You chose to take that risk. I'm sorry the vendor got away with your funds, but seriously, the escrow system is in place FOR A REASON - it provides protection for the vendor and the buyer. There is absolutely nothing that SR can do for you if you choose to trade outside of that system. I apologize if this is harsh, but it's frustrating that you made the decision to take that risk and now that it didn't pan out, you want the benefits of the system you chose not to use!