Room for Rent and other rental scams
by Michelle Sun Oct 28, 2018 6:45 am
From: Alicia michu <[email protected]>

Hello,

I got your Email in Response to my House for rent, My Name is Rev Patrick Michu I lived in the House with my Late Father leaving the house for me and my Family as the new owner...I work in the Missionary Preaching More of the Word of God to the Unbelievers Idol Worshipers Out there who Try to Reap or Take Advantage of the Needy..Actually I am looking for a Responsible Tenant or Applicant who could Maintain the House put it in a Great Shape take care of the House for me and My Family with Utmost Care, I did Know How much i spent on my Property trying to Renovate The House Early This Year and I would never want you to Waste my Time or Anyone Time..If you need a Good Place to call a Home I Think you could Give this a Trial and Opportunity. I am currently in Texas with my Family on a Missionary Trip and would be Staying here for 2 to 3 years, I will be coming to check on you time to time on how you taking care of the House Once in 3 Month, My Wife and I Plan on Purchasing a New Home Once we get back to the State...

AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Patio/Party Deck, Cable TV, Ceiling Fans, 24 hours Internet service, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, security alarm, Pets Friendly, Refrigerator, Washer / Dryer.

NOTE:I WOULD WANT YOU TO KNOW AM NEW IN THIS LANDLORD BUSINESS AND I AM REALLY LOOKING FOR A GOOD TENANT WHO COULD TAKE CARE OF MY LATE FATHER HOUSE IN MY ABSENCE... IF INTERESTED KINDLY FILL OUT THE RENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

House Address:4489 Road M SE,Moses Lake, WA 98837
Rent Per Month: $700 (Including All Utilities)
Security Deposit: $800 (Refundable)
Total move in cost: $1500
Comfortable 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom
All utilities are included in the rent.
Property Type: Single-Family Home
Pets are fully welcome.

Rent Questionnaire

Name: ________________ Date of birth ______/______/_______
Phone Home: ______________Phone work: ____________________
Phone Mobile: ____________________________ Email address: ___________________
Current address: _______________________

EMERGENCY CONTACT
Name: _______________________________________
How related: ______________________________________
Phone home: ______________ Phone work: ________________ Phone mobile: ________________
Address: ______________________

GENERAL INFORMATION

How soon do you want to move in: __________________
How long do you think you would be renting from us? _______________________
Reason for leaving: ________________________
References, Current Landlord Info, Job History and Income? ________________
Do you smoke or drink? ________________
Do you have a car?__________________
Occupation___________________
Picture of the occupant If available_____________
Are you married?____________________
How Much Do You Have At Hand Right Now If You Are Asked To Secure The Property Today________________

I ____________, CERTIFY that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for tenant screening as may be necessary in arriving at a tenant decision. I understand that the landlord may terminate any rental agreement entered into for any misrepresentation made above.I will be looking forward to hearing back from you with all this detail, so that i can have them in my file in case of issuing your rent payment receipt to you and for contacting you. Your quick response will be highly appreciated, so that we can discuss on how to get the documents and the keys of my property to you via Express Delivery Services.You can Call me or Text Me @ +19736926182

Best Regards
Rev Patrick Michu


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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