Buying a iphone 5s off craigslist?

So i'm planning on buying an unlocked or tmobile iPhone 5S. Can someone give me tips so i don't get scammed. I heard people claim the phone is stolen after they sell it and the iphone becomes disabled. So i need tips on how to buy it safely

Added (1). also how do i make sure people don't claim insurance, the guy claims to have the receipt and box so is that good enough

Well check it when they give it to you

Reset it as soon as you get it so they can't change any settings from icloud or lock it.

Read this about verifying an iphone is not stolen: http://www.justtext.com/messageboards/20140127095337.html

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