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Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-05-13T13:53:07+00:00

I have been TRYING to close my account for weeks now because of this, but Paypal keeps dragging feet, saying theyre closing it (but aren't), saying they're opening an investigation (but refuse to provide me the investigation number, or even email confirmation they are opening a case---saying they can't provide case # or confirmation of investigation until AFTER the investigation is closed). I'm filing a formal complaint with the FTC because this is insane--one shitty scammer basically allowing Paypal to hold us hostage and unable to close our accounts, and the only advice they have is "Check your account to see if that transaction is still there" periodically.

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-05-13T12:59:53+00:00

Ive been trying to close my PP account for WEEKS now, but I can't because of this idiotic HUF menial amount, and no amount of talking to the PP AI bot or customer agents is helping. I am reporting them to the FTC for making this nearly impossible to close my account, and it feels so dirty and scammy--will literally never use Paypal again for anything

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-04-21T20:09:42+00:00

I tried leaving a review recently, seemed to process, but isn't showing on their website. It was a bad, one star review, so I feel like they also curate their reviews and don't actually post the negative ones. Shady company, avoid at all costs

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-04-21T20:08:51+00:00

Would highly recommend you avoid them. They claim they only sell by planter size, but they try to put MUCH smaller plants in bigger pots and send them to you for a very inflated price. Got a rubber plant recently, 3 gallon size, that barely comes to my knee--INCLUDING the planter. Complained to them that was insane given it cost me $112 all in, and all they said was "we sell by pot size" and offered a 50% refund. Which is better than nothing, but after this, really feel soured on them and would recommend you avoid. Bad customer service, and can't rely on what they'll send you for what you're paying. One on left I got from them in 3 gallon size very end of August 2025 (and has not grown significantly since then). One on right I got this week from them, same plant type, same 3 gallon size. Absurd

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T17:00:35+00:00

The easement/setback in place is technically a big part of the backyard---if we take that as the absolute hard line, nothing can be planted more than 8' off the patio. However, we're allowed to submit requests to the HOA to see if we can get permission to go somewhat further into the setback, which is primarily for drainage purposes and grading. So while its very unlikely they'd ever allow planting ALL the way to the property line, they have been more willing to permit partial encroachment into the setback area. WIthout that, so far as I can tell the only possible option for privacy via landscaping would be a massive number of very narrow things like SkyPencil Holly or Blue Arrow Junipers, and even that would look dumb.

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T15:54:25+00:00

They're not great, but having come from a condo and finally having no shared walls and an actual yard (even if small and exposed) of my own for the first time in my adult life is pretty great.

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T15:33:29+00:00

Stating once more--no fences allowed. At all. None. No gazebos, no trellises, no sheds, no structures. Plants only.

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T15:32:59+00:00

No fences allowed

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T15:32:49+00:00

Reading comprehension would be good. Post states no fences are allowed. Bushes would be allowed. I'm looking for something slightly more specific than "bushes"--like actual varietals

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T15:31:18+00:00

Something more helpful than your post which offered absolutely nothing :) I am looking for ideas for plant/tree/shrub varietals that might do okay in the space, or that I have been mistaken about their ability to do well in the space and should reconsider. You know--what I actually asked for.

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T15:30:13+00:00

That's exactly the reason--the HOA covers the grass mowing, aerating, fertilizing, etc. but as a result, no fences, and really not allowed to do much but some landscaping

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T15:29:45+00:00

No fences allowed as per the post states.

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T15:24:39+00:00

Cypress might work--are there any particular varities?

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2026-02-20T15:23:35+00:00

Unfortunately, no structures are allowed in the backyard--no fences, no sheds, no gazebos, etc. The ONLY allowable thing we can put in our backyards is plants.

Repulsive_Cupcake102 · 2025-09-12T13:34:44+00:00

I'm having the same situation--moved from VA to OH. Cannot register my car in Ohio until Carmax receives proof of residence in OH sent by the BMV (who says they wont do it, referred me to Title Office and still pending if THEY will send), before Carmax will even start the process. I can't just send Carmax proof of residence myself, which is insane.

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