Method for an escrow function during a transaction using an electronic/physical mail address database framework
CA 2436608 A1 · Owner: Morris, William A. · Inventors: Peters, John Eric; Morris, William A.
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A method is provided for an escrow function in conjunction with providing an intermediary role between a buyer and a seller utilizing a network. First an , agreement is facilitated between a buyer and a seller to transact utilizing a network. Next, an electronic mail address is received from the buyer utilizing the network. Payment is then accepted from the buyer for goods being sold by the seller utilizing the network. Thereafter the payment is held. The seller , is then provided with the electronic mail address for shipping the parcel. In operation, the shipping entity is capable of utilizing the electronic mail address to determine a physical mail address of the buyer and tracking …
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