> For example: A bounced check from another
> country can be as much as 2 1/2 times the cost
> *to the seller* than a domestic bounced check.

A bank check can't be refused because it's already 
paid and guarantee by the bank. When you get a 
check from another country, it will usualy be that 
kind of check because you can't do a personal 
check in a differant currency.

> Not to mention, why should the *seller* have to 
> research a way to be able to accept an 
> international payment?

I guess that it depend if you want more bidders 
and so sell at a higher price or not. (as for
researching, you can always use PayPal, 
international money order and cash)

Cheers,
Yann Stettler