by Michelle
Wed Apr 13, 2011 6:15 am
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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.
From: Shawn Potter <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Reply to your ad: Beautiful 1 remodeled Flat ready for move-in Guildford
To: Michelle Banks
Date: Tuesday, 12 April, 2011, 15:33
Hi,
Thanks for your email response, i am so excited you are interested in
my apartment which i am giving out for rent. Actually the apartment is
still very much available for rent. I resided in the apartment with my
Wife and our 2 years son,Before we relocated here in West Africa
due to my new post as the leading Evangelist here with CHURCH
OF GOD THE GOOD SHEPHERD.
The apartment is available for GBP280 per monthly including the
utilities, which i think is not too much, i just need someone with an
open heart, love and clean to occupy the home and put all my worries
off concerning the maintenance of the apartment . Since i am not
residing there again. As i told you earlier in the apartment listing.
The accommodation comprises of 1 Bedrooms, 1Bathroom.
Kitchen,Breakfast room,Bedroom, Bathroom and a separate
WC..Facilities Internet connection,Electronics like satellite TV and
which you have to pay for the subscription, a Sony DVD player, air
conditioning, alarm system ETC.
The kitchen is fully equipped with all necessary cooking utensils,
refrigerator-freezer, four-hob and oven, microwave, dishwasher and
washing machine.
Also the keys to the flat are right here with me, and the document.
Which i can send to you after all necessary agreement has be
accomplished.
Also i will like you to know that the rent charges is not really the
issue , but your absolute maintenance of the apartment , because that
is the only valuable property. So i wouldn't want an violation of my
property if finally rented by you. I will like you to treat the
apartment as your own okay.
Apartment Address: Flat 4 22 Jenner Road Guildford Surrey GU1 3PP UK.
INFORMATION BELOW IS NEEDED TO DELIVER THE KEYS AND DOCUMENTS
APPLICATION FORM.
1)Your Full Name
2)Your Full Address
3)How old are you?
4)Are you married?
5)How many people will be living in the home?
6)Do you have a pet?
7)Do you have a car?
8)Occupation?
9)Contact number
10)When are you willing to move in?
11)When are you willing to move out?
Pets are no problem.
I will be waiting for your mail so that we can to start to commence on
how to the keys and document..
Best Regards.
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.
