by Michelle
Sun Apr 10, 2011 4:30 am
From: almond faith <[email protected]>
Date: 2011/4/9
Subject: MY FLAT DETAILS INCLUDING THE PICTURES
To: Michelle Banks
Hi,
Thanks for showing interest in my flat. The flat is still available and is located in a very good environment and comes with a very good price 300GBP per bedroom per month all bills included (gas,water,electricity,council tax,unlimited internet). The refundable security deposit is 500GBP. I just need you to know a couple of things about me and the flat. My name is Faith Almond, I work with an engineering company in Liverpool so I and my family we have relocated to Liverpool. I am not planning to sell the flat so I decided to let it out to someone who will take good care of the flat for me. I need to know a little about you and maybe a scanned copy of your ID. I attached a couple of pictures of the flat to this email, let me know iif you find the flat with interest so that I can proceed with my terms. I dont need not just anybody but somebody that will take very good care of my property, if you take a good look at the price you'll see it so cheap.
MY FLAT ADDRESS AND DETAILS
My flat Address:.....Lennox Gardens, Chelsea,
Post code........SW1X 0DB
Situated in a highly desirable Chelsea location this outstanding two bedroomed lower ground floor flat has been beautifully designed to provide this stunning living space ideal for entertaining.
The property features two patio paces and access to the communal gardens.
The principle rooms comprise parquet wood floor reception room with French doors providing a wealth of natural light and access to the patio, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, master bedroom with a modern en suite bathroom, one additional bedroom, and shower room.
Lennox Gardens is ideally located close to the many amenities of King's Road and Knightsbridge.
For transport, the nearest underground station is Sloane Square (Circle and District).
Please I will also like to ask you some question below and I will be glad if you can answer me with sincerity.
1) Do you have the rent and deposit with you presently?
2) Do you have pet?
3) Do you have any responsible family or friend`s in London?
4) Are you renting it alone or with someone?
5) Which country are you from?
6) Can I have look at your ID at viewing?
7) can I get any recommendations from your previous landlord?
8) when do you intend to move in?
9) When will you be available for the viewing?
10) most importantly, will you take good care of my property?
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.
