Room for Rent and other rental scams
by Michelle Sun Jul 10, 2016 12:37 pm
From: Mark Fateme [mailto:[email protected]]

Subject: 333 Main St, San Francisco, CA 94105

Hello Michelle
Thanks for contacting me the apartment is available for short and long lease333 Main St, San Francisco, CA 94105 <http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&psj=1&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_qf.,cf.osb&biw=1366&bih=570&q=333+main+street+san+francisco&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=0x8085807abde5fea7:0xeeae686ce6893b04,333+Main+St,+San+Francisco,+CA+94105&ei=aVijT-iRLcyRgQe15uAl&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CBsQ8gEwAA> Immaculate 1bedroom plus den unit offers open living/dining room space that is perfect for entertaining and personal relaxation. The bedroom is luxurious, spacious, and is complemented by an oversized walk-in closet. The bathroom is the ideal balance of function and luxury featuring an extra-deep soaking bathtub, travertine flooring and surround, granite countertops, and rich walnut-colored Studio Becker cabinetry. Additional modern appointments include an in-unit washer and dryer, large parking space, and all the amenities of the renowned Infinity development. Welcome home to the perfect refuge for the city dweller. Unit Features:•Functional layout with open kitchen and dining / living area + large den / office• Chef’s kitchen with Studio Becker Cabinetry, Granite counters, Bosch and Thermador stainless appliances• Luxurious bath with an extra-deep soaking bathtub, travertine flooring and surround, granite countertops, rich walnut-finished cabinetry, and Watermark sink fixtures
• Master suite with spacious walk-in closet• Convenient access parking space• Air conditioning and an in-unit washer and dryer• Central location on block off the Embarcadero waterfront and in the heart of South Beach One Bedrooms unit Lease Plan -Monthly rent is $2,000 with a refundable security deposit of $1000.
We also offer special discount on the following below; 1. Pay 3 Months rent in advance and get 10% discount.
2. Pay 6 Months rent in advance and get 15% discount.
3. Pay 1 year rent in advance and get 25% discount.
Thank You,
Mark Fatemeh


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.
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