by Michelle
Sun Nov 07, 2010 3:38 pm
[email protected] wrote
The thief will tell you that you can rent his accommodation only if you can prove that you have genuine interest. He will ask you send money by wire transfer (normally Western Union) to yourself or a member of the family to show that you have sufficient finances and that you are not a "time waster".
Another variation of this scam is that you need to send (by Western Union) money in order that the keys and other documents can be couriered to you
He will ask you to send him the transfer details.
Make no mistake ! Western Union Transfers can be picked up virtually anywhere in the world and with the minimum of identification. They are almost impossible to trace once the money has been collected. You will never get to see the accommodation or your money again.
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 Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment by Western Union 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
"Hi,
Thanks for the interest in my flat. I have attached the pictures of the rooms. It is a 3 bedroom and 3 baths. I currently occupy one room so i have two rooms available now for rent. One room is bigger than the other. The bigger room cost lb350 while the smaller room cost lb300 a month. I am looking for students or professional people to occupy the rooms, Deposit is only lb400 plus 1st month Rent. All common areas like kitchen, dining room, living room, washer/dryer are accessible. All you pay is rent and the flat takes care of the bills. A little about myself... I'm a 31 year old single (VERY BUSY). I am easy going and neat. I am not smoking and I haven't pets, All I ask is that you don't bring ANY drama! I work approx. 75 hours a week so I'm out of the house a lot. super laid back and non-judgmental. Pretty mellow and quite, except for an occasional get-together with friends. Pets are okay.
Address: 119 Edward Street, Brighton, BN2 0JL
All inclusive package includes:
o Gas
o Electric
o Water
o Council Tax
o TV License
o Wi-Fi Internet access
o Virgin Digital Cable TV
o Cleaner
Furniture & Appliances Included:
o Double Bed
o Bedroom Furniture (wardrobe, desk, chest of drawers, bedside table)
o Combi boiler (meaning hot water available 24 hours a day)
o Bathroom with bath and shower
o Toilet
o Kitchen
o Fridge
o Freezer
o Microwave
o Oven
o Hob
o Washing machine
o FREE on street parking
o Gas safety Certificate
o Electrics safety certificate
o Mains powered smoke alarms
Lease Lengths:
- 1 Month Minimum
Please let me know your preference on flatmates.
1. Female, male or either
2. Other information.
Can you tell me a little about yourself? I also attached the tenancy form, kindly fill and email it back to me for review.
Thanks
I am really looking forward to reading from you soon!
Regards,
Benjamin."
The thief will tell you that you can rent his accommodation only if you can prove that you have genuine interest. He will ask you send money by wire transfer (normally Western Union) to yourself or a member of the family to show that you have sufficient finances and that you are not a "time waster".
Another variation of this scam is that you need to send (by Western Union) money in order that the keys and other documents can be couriered to you
He will ask you to send him the transfer details.
Make no mistake ! Western Union Transfers can be picked up virtually anywhere in the world and with the minimum of identification. They are almost impossible to trace once the money has been collected. You will never get to see the accommodation or your money again.
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 Gumtree or similar listing sites. If you receive any requests from 'Landlords' asking for some kind of payment by Western Union 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
