Room for Rent and other rental scams
by the.smiths Thu Apr 21, 2011 7:40 am
PARIS RENTAL SCAM:

My asking price is 500 per month , Bills are included in rent + 3 weeks of rent as deposit . A total of 900 secures it all.

We are offering 2 Double rooms ,It comes fully furnished, (suitable for students)/Friends or couples. The room is in good size bedroom with new mattress, carpets, one large wardrobe, quite a lot of storage and central heating and airy with large windows and is cosy and welcoming.

The apartment is very clean and I want to rent it to someone who will be careful and thoughtful.

Just to mention few, it includes:

Central Heating, Refrigerator, Ironing Board, Good wireless internet Connection, Washing machine, Dishwasher, Microwave Oven, Television with Built-in DVD Player, Coffee Maker, Double Sofabed in Sitting Room, Dining Area, Hairdryer, Internet connection, phone, washing machine with dryer, cable TV and most important a parking place.

I am working in Ireland and I am here with my family. For viewing the best would be to reach an agreement and fix a date when I came back.

As being very busy with my work, time is very important for me, in conclusion no free time to waste. Before my Husband and i come down I would like to be certain about your rent intentions.

If there are any questions please feel free and ask me.

1)How old are you?
2)Are you married?
3)Do you have kid(s)?
4)Do you have any pet(s)?
5)Do you have any criminal records?

I would also like to know how many persons will occupy the apartment and for how long would like to sign the rent contract.

I will like to have your phone number in case we need to call you to talk to you.

Waiting for your response


Don't trust this so-called "Alonso Perez".
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by Con Warner Sun Apr 24, 2011 4:47 am
This person asks for a deposit payment via Western Union or MoneyGram with a promise that he will send the keys through a courier company.

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 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.

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.


From: Alonso Perez - [email protected]
Subject: RE: $700 / 2br - 2 bedroom apartment

Thanks for your responds... Find attach pictures.

If we decide to proceed with this transaction, I will have to contact Crownline Property ( The Agent ) and provide them all the necessary information, so they can start the process right away. You will receive a notification from them shortly after that, together with all the instructions to follow and the invoice as well.

Regarding the payment, you will be instructed to deposit the money to the Agent account via bank wire. They will hold and insure your money until you check the apartment and decide if you want to take it or not. That is how their protection policy works. As far as my concerns, I will be glad to know that crownline Properties Services has the possession of the money during the delivery period. That is my insurance.

As soon as the funds have been paid, they will immediately start the shipping process.The keys and Original contract will be delivered at your address in no more than 24hrs. You will be given 2 days inspection period from the day you receive the keys and contract at home. If you decide to rent the apartment, then you will have to authorize the funds to me, and the transaction will be complete. If you will not be satisfied with the apartment, you will be able to send the keys and contract back through the same service and ask The agent to return the deposit to you.

my lawyer and i will come down to seal the deal between you and i after you view the apartment and want to it.Then everything will be done.

If you wish to proceed with the renting, please provide me your full name, address so I can initiate the deal through The agent right away. Your initial deposit is 1300Usd

You can reach us on .After i get your details, I will prepare the contract and send you a scanned copy which you will have to sign and send back to me if you want to proceed. .

Crownline Website : www.crownlineproperty.co.uk

Thank

Email: [email protected]

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