Should I ask buyer to rate me?

OK… So… I’m pretty new to Reddit so I’m still learning how it works on here. But I had made a comment in a post about a month ago of someone saying/asking pretty much the same thing & people weren’t to happy with it saying it’s bugging/harassing the buyer.

IMHO… This is what I would say, I’ve done it before & they were more than willing to give it (only when we’ve had communication/they’ve messaged me the same thing)… ‘I’m so very happy you’re happy, it really does mean a lot to me. If you don’t mind taking a few seconds to rate me on your experience/happiness with your item, I’d be very grateful. If not I’d completely understand if your not comfortable doing so.’

That is the only time I’ve mentioned a rating is when they message me with the same thing OR if their package is taking longer than normal tracking it, so I watch it til it’s delivered and then I say this… ‘I’m so very sorry your package took longer than normal/expected. I hope you’re happy with your item. If you don’t mind taking a min to rate me & let people know what you’re the happiest about, I’d greatly appreciate it. If not I completely understand.’ I hope to see you back here soon & I very much appreciate you!

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