by Michelle
Sun Sep 18, 2011 5:23 pm
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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: woddy smith ([email protected])
Sent: Wed 9/14/11 5:47 PM
To: Michelle Banks
Hello
Thanks for your response,i really appreciate your response,i am the owner of the house,it is located in Castleforbes Square, Castleforbes Road, Dublin 1, Dublin 1, Dublin City Centre ,I resided in the house with my family,But i am presently on Transfer from my place of work to london uk to head our branch overthere and presently my house is still available for rent for 600 per month including bills and utilities like Linen, Washing Machine, Dryer, Iron, vacuum cleaner,
It is Newly furnished and equipded,the furnitures are new and well decorated.also it is located near public transport,there are shoping mall,Gym,schools and more beter facilities in the area,below are some of the items in the house
- Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Cooking rings, Oven, Dinnerware and serving pieces, Toaster, Coffee Maker, Kettle, Mixer.
- TV, cable TV basic access, Internet by ADSL-CABLE + WIFI ACCESS.
- Heating: Electricity 1 big double and one individual (with wardrobe)
Due to the fact that i couldnt get a trustworthy agent and i dont have anyone overthere to leave the keys with,i have to take the keys along with me because we dont want our house to be used any how in our absence that is why we took it along with us here,Pls i want you to note that i am a kind and honest person and also i spent alot on my property that i want to give you for rent,so i will solicite for your absolute maintenance of this house and want you to treat it as your own.
The keys will be sent to you Through Dhl courier service upon confirmation of deposit,the deposit will depend on how long you want the house for and before i accept any deposit from you i will email you a contract agreement form for your assurance.Get back to me so that we can proceed.
Kind 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.
