Buying Domains from Brokers

How safe is it?

[potbelly]

I am considering buying a domain name from a broker.
(This is my first post so i wont name them.)

I have never bought this way before. Is it safe?

I am expected to wire a (to me) large amount of money.

Any bad/good experiences out there>
Thanks.

[Michael Anthony]

Never done it myself, but if you're nervous, ask to talk to some previous clients. The reaction will help you decide one way or another.

[jamesa]

You should use an escrow service to handle the payment.

[potbelly]

>You should use an escrow service to handle the payment.

Can you recommend one? how much do they charge?
I will be wiring from UK to US.
Thanks.

[bcolflesh]

UK place:

sedo.co.uk/services/s_escrow.php?language=e

US place:

escrow.com/solutions/domain_name/index.asp
(Site really slow at the moment...)