by Michelle
Mon Jun 01, 2015 4:16 am
Also seen using cell number 425-777-3944 and e-mail address [email protected]
This person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union, MoneyGram, pre-paid credit card or bank transfer with a promise that you can have the keys to a property that does not belong to him.
Sounds safe. It's not!
At other times, he will ask for proof that you are able to pay the deposit and rent due to a string of time wasters.
This proof is in the form of a Western Union or MoneyGram payment to a lawyer,a friend or family member.
In either case, if payment is made and you give this person the details, they will collect the money.
You will not hear from them again.
All the details such as names, addresses, pictures etc. that the scammer uses in order to back up his story, are stolen from elsewhere.
If you are reading this because you are looking for property to rent, and you are in contact with this thief you are probably searching Craigslist, Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment before viewing, then it will also be a scam. Please forward the mail to me at the address in my signature line and I will investigate and list them if necessary.
> On May 27, 2015, at 1:46 AM, Brad Fallon <[email protected]> wrote:
>
> Let me start by saying how much I appreciate your interest!
>
> Please check your attached file, I attached a few pictures of the
> apartment, just so you can have a better idea of what it looks like.
>
> I'm not really concerned with the money for rent and I'm not
> looking to make a business or a profit with it, I just want to find
> the proper tenant, someone responsible, dedicated, committed and
> trustworthy persons that can take very good care of the apartment,
> like it
> was his home.
>
>
> I'm the owner and my name is Brad Fallon, I love this place, it
> means a lot to me. It has been professionally finished and decorated
> with a modern color scheme that coordinates throughout.. it looks
> exactly like in the pictures, totally finished, fully furnished and I
> have the option of sending all my furniture into storage if you want
> to bring your own, no extra costs!
> The apartment has all the facilities and the utilities: washing
> machine, dishwasher, dryer, refrigerator, stove, oven, juice machine,
> iron, toaster, coffee maker, microwave, vacuum cleaner, stainless
> steel, everything you need!
>
>
> The lease is flexible, for short term and long term, can be month to
> month, min stay 3 month - max 10 years. The rent for one month is
> $820.00. The rent/price will not increase monthly, it will remain the
> same for the whole period that the contract will be signed for.
> The all utilities are included in this price (rent/month). No extra
> fees! It means: water, cable, gas, electricity, Internet, parking and
> washer/dryer in the apartment.
>
> About pets... there's no problem if you have pets, as long as you
> clean up after them!
>
>
> I want this rental to be as smooth as possible, I really need to take
> care of this matter asap.. let me know if you are really interested,
> so that I can send all the details, including application form, too.
>
>
> I think this is a good opportunity, don't miss out my apartment!
>
>
> Regards,
>
> Brad
From: Brad Fallon <[email protected]>
Date: 05-28-2015 1:56 AM (GMT-07:00)
To: Michelle Banks
Subject: Re: Apartment 1 bedroom - 1 bath w/parking,wifi,balcony...Edmonton, AB(close to U of A )
Dear Michelle
Nice to meet you!
I hope we can set up as soon as possible an appointment, to discuss the terms and view the apartment. You have a nice profile, you're a great person, with a good profile, you're the best to live in this comfortable apartment, of which I'm sure that you'll enjoy every day of it.
Now I'm going to give you a bit of information about myself and my family, I want to give you some insight into who I am... as I said before, I'm not looking to make a profit with it and this work to your advantage, making payments extremely easy from month to month. I'm a caring person who believes in taking good care of things!
I am currently 39 years old, married, I graduate the University of California — San Francisco and now I'm urologist doctor at UCSF Medical Center. I'm a mature individual, work hard for my family, very sincere, respectable and I love to meet new people. My wife is a doctor, as well, an OB/GYN, her name is Hannah, together we have one beautiful daughter.
It had been my father’s dream to become a doctor, during my dad’s second year in college, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor and, as many young Canadians did, my dad enlisted in the Army to do his patriotic duty. He was in the 29th Infantry Division which came ashore at Normandy Beach. My dad was decorated for his service to his country. He was my hero and my best friend. My father deserve all my thanks and gratitude for bestowing in me ethics which uphold a strong sense of service to others, duty to country and a love of God and family.
I inherited the apartment from my father when he past away, after that it has been totally updated and renovated, it looks exactly like in the pictures, ready for immediate move in! I'm originally from Canada, we thought about moving there, we tried several times to transfer our jobs, but unfortunately the things didn't work the way we've expected. I like it there, but our life is here now, in San Francisco, CA, so we decided to rent it and keep this beautiful apartment for our daughter, when she will grow up.
This is the second time I tried to rent it, I had a deal with somebody before, who said he will rent, only if we meet in person... I got a plane ticket, and guess what?! When I arrived there, he didn't show up! ..many people make promises and tend to not follow through, so don't get me wrong and don't take it personally, but I don't want to fall for it once more, no offence!
As I said before, the apartment is as described and you'll be able to inspect it this weekend, but if you find something that will not suit you, no need to rent it!
We can meet this weekend, I'll buy a plane ticket and I'll come in short time to discuss the terms and view the apartment, but first of all I have a small request, if you can help me.
My wife, also, has her apartment that try to give it to rent and I'd like to find a proper tenant, until this weekend, too, but I can't post an announcement from where I'm right now, (apparently I cannot place an announcement on Kijiji.ca, because I'm not in Canada) and I would appreciate, if you could help me!
E-mail me back and I'll give all the details about my wife's apartment and you'll create an free Ad on Kijiji, just in a few minutes!
I'll wait your quick response, because I need to know if I can count on this rental with you. I'll buy a plane ticket today or tomorrow morning and within 3 / 4 days I'll come back, this way I'll also reserve my apartment for you and refuse other offers!
Here is a pic of us!
Brad & family
From: Brad Fallon <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Apartment 1 bedroom - 1 bath w/parking,wifi,balcony...Edmonton, AB(close to U of A )
Date: May 2015
To: Michelle Banks
Dear Michelle
Thank you very much for your help.
These are details for my wife's apartment. I will try explain to you step by step, so please take a few moments and read my email carefully.
Ad Details:
Ad Type : I am offering.
Price : $1099.00
Bathrooms (#) : 2
For Rent By : Owner
Furnished : Yes
Pet Friendly : Yes
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Ad Title : Downtown Executive Fully Furnished Inclusive Luxury 3 Bedrooms
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Description:
Beautiful 3 bedroom fully furnished apartment in Downtown Calgary! Just minutes from all of the downtown amenities including great food, entertainment and the boardroom. On weekends, a short drive will take you hiking, climbing, biking, or to world-class skiing. This all-inclusive property makes living easy.
Rent includes all utilities including HD TV with PVR and NetFlix, Wi-FI, furnishings, bedding and all linens.
Features:
- Tastefully appointed to feel like home
- Plenty of storage space
- Patio with BBQ
- 3 large bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
Available: June 1st, 2015
Lease terms are flexible between monthly and annual. Rental rates are reflective of lease term.
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Email : I would appreciate it if you could post it today, because I can not make an account from where I am right now. Please use your account and forward me the people who are interested, simply their replies.
Phone : Optional... You can add a phone number, but it's easier to forward emails rather than forwarding calls, so you can specify to be contacted only through the website.
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Location : 13 Ave SW Calgary, AB T3C
Sub Area :
Address : 13 Ave SW Calgary, AB T3C
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You're a great person, with a good profile, you're the best to live in this comfortable apartment, of which I'm sure that you'll enjoy every day of it. I'm really happy that I chose you, so now I need to find a good tenant for my wife's apartment, too!
Can you send me a link or AD ID#, after you put it online, so I can look myself?
I am looking forward to hear from you with these details asap, so today or tomorrow morning I'll buy a plane ticket and next week I'll be there to meet you.
Thank you so much for keeping in constant communication!
I'm looking forward to hearing back soon and doing business with you.
Brad & family
This person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union, MoneyGram, pre-paid credit card or bank transfer with a promise that you can have the keys to a property that does not belong to him.
Sounds safe. It's not!
At other times, he will ask for proof that you are able to pay the deposit and rent due to a string of time wasters.
This proof is in the form of a Western Union or MoneyGram payment to a lawyer,a friend or family member.
In either case, if payment is made and you give this person the details, they will collect the money.
You will not hear from them again.
All the details such as names, addresses, pictures etc. that the scammer uses in order to back up his story, are stolen from elsewhere.
If you are reading this because you are looking for property to rent, and you are in contact with this thief you are probably searching Craigslist, Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment before viewing, then it will also be a scam. Please forward the mail to me at the address in my signature line and I will investigate and list them if necessary.
