by Michelle
Wed Jun 22, 2016 10:34 am
Originally To: [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.
from: Rebecca Kerr <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Mendota Heights Rental Property 4057, 2BR
Thank you for your interest in the property listed for rent. You were the second to contact from the ad. The first prospective tenant no longer had to move because of his home situation. So we give the opportunity to you. We are now prepared to lease with flexible terms and just completed all new renovations. We will work together with you on move in date, lease length and security deposit.
I know that you want the exact address of the property but my husband does not want me disclose due to security reasons. We have had a string of break-ins, squatters and thefts at our other properties. We would like to prevent that with this property because of the renovations that have cost a lot of money. You'll be the first to move in with the renovations. That is why we want to confirm you have your updated report before we schedule a walk through.
All utilities are priced into the lease along with garage parking spaces. The appliances in the kitchen and laundry room were just installed. You have the option to pick your paint color and flooring before your arrival
When you want to come look at the place, then please visit the link below and grab your report. We use this site since it's it gives you 3 scores. Just fill out the form and indicate that you want the report. We are not concerned with any negative report items, it's more of a formality to ensure you have rental history. Simply get your report by CLICKING HERE
Keep in mind that you only have to bring your report to the tour. Please let me know when you grab your report. I can then schedule you for a showing of the place.
Thanks,
Rebecca
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.
