Room for Rent and other rental scams
by Michelle Fri Mar 23, 2018 4:48 am
From: martin james <[email protected]>

I would like you to know that it is still very much available for rent, i am only willing to give it out to a Good and Responsible person. It's indeed a lovely and comfortable home and available to move in as soon as possible. It's a 1 bedroom apartment very spacious for a comfortable living. More pictures would be sent to you after we receive your next response.

Rent Per Month: $800(Including Utilities)
Gas, Heat, Electricity, Internet and Cable
Security / Deposit: $600 (REFUNDABLE)
1 Bedroom 1 Bath
# Central Air Conditioning
Long term lease available.

The building is well maintained. with a laundry on site. Over sized windows overlooking, and all the bells and whistles of a recent renovation! Kitchen with dw and stainless fridge, gas cook top, micro built-in. Bath with attractive tiled floor and walls. Wood floors, good closet space, hi-ceilings. Roof deck with spectacular City views and outdoor furniture for your relaxation. Laundry on-site.


I am a Pipe line Engineer,and i am renting out the apartment because i just got a contract in Cape Town (South Africa), and would be away for Two (2) years, so you can stay as long as you wish to, provided we have full corporation and better understanding.

I would like you to send me the below details:
Full name:
Present address:
Occupation:
Age:
Phone Number:
When you are planning on moving in:
Credit Status:
Period of time you are planning to stay, cos i won't be moving back to it:
Do you smoke?
Do you work late night?
How many people would be moving in with you?
How soon can you make the deposit?

There is no Registration fee and agency fee, since you are dealing directly with me the Landlord and that is why the home is affordable After i receive these details, i would get back to you soonest and then let you know my terms. Pets are allowed.Home still in Great condition.

I hope to hear from you soonest


This person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union, MoneyGram 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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