Can a customer refuse a PayPal refund?

Question

Freelance

The situation in short: a customer found me on a dribble, made me an advance payment of 50%. But then something happened to him, and he decided to change his mind about working, although a lot of time was spent discussing the project and many calls. As compensation, he offered me to leave a 10% deposit. I made payment via PayPal, during this time I refused other potential orders. If I refuse to make a return, which side will PayPal take?

Answer 1

It is possible, but the moderators can show off and go towards the customer (they are brainless)
, besides, I think 50% for such expenses is quite a normal amount.

Answer 2

be careful! maybe they are laundering money through you on paypal.
If you make a return, only after a delay of at least 30 days. And in support of the same, write your assumptions, or call them yourself, they know this scheme and will understand you.